POSITION SUMMARY STATEMENT:
The Project Manager, Global Project Management role will manage product related projects with broad cross-functional team members, pre-determined time constraints and/or inventory risk. The person selected for this role will be responsible for guiding scope of the project and through the commercialization phase of the project. Projects managed by this role may include new product launches, reformulations of existing products and/or movements of existing items between suppliers.
This role where critical thinking, clear communication, and strong leadership skills will help you navigate complexity and deliver meaningful results. We are looking for someone who confidently takes initiative and thrives in an outgoing, people‑focused environment.
DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
- Drive projects through all phases, which may include concept through availability at local distribution centers across both countries (America and Mexico).
- Create and manage the project timeline by identifying project dependencies and critical path.
- Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and interested parties in a timely and clear fashion as project evolves.
- Help define and drive project milestones within necessary timing. Elevate risks to meet product timeline and secure senior management approval to move forward as appropriate.
- Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential challenges, and devise contingency plans.
- Facilitate communication between team members located in Corporate and Regional offices.
- Maintain constant communication with other Project Management Team Members as well as a working relationship with teams located in the region.
- Have a thorough understanding of the process and exhibit flexibility and creativity to fine tune timelines to project needs.
- Regularly publish agendas, project timelines and project notes to all interested parties.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
WHAT’S SPECIAL ABOUT THE TEAM:
You’ll join a collaborative, dynamic group that plays a major role in shaping the success of innovative product launches across North America!
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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