[Remote] Project Manager - Product Innovation & Launch

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Mars Snacking is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead product innovation and launch initiatives from planning through commercialization and post-launch evaluation. The role coordinates cross-functional teams, manages project scope, schedules, resources, risks, and budgets, and improves execution processes and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead Product Innovation Projects: Manage multiple product innovation and launch projects from ideation through to commercialization, working closely with R&D, marketing, supply chain, finance, and other key stakeholders
• End-to-End Project Management: Oversee the entire project lifecycle through QUEST process, including scoping, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure. Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with key cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project goals, timelines, and deliverables. Facilitate collaboration across departments to solve challenges and ensure seamless product launches
• Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership, vendors, and third-party partners. Provide regular project updates and escalate risks as needed
• Resource Planning and Allocation: Ensure that resources (both human and financial) are effectively planned and allocated to meet project goals. Identify gaps or bottlenecks and proactively address them to keep projects on track
• Risk Management: Identify potential project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively address issues as they arise to minimize impact on project timelines and deliverables
• Process Improvement: Continuously seek opportunities to improve project management processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the execution of product innovation and launch projects
• KPIs and Metrics: Track key project performance metrics, including time-to-market, budget adherence, and post-launch success, to ensure continuous improvement and learning for future projects
• Innovation Focus: Stay abreast of industry trends, customer needs, and emerging technologies to help drive innovative product solutions and ensure competitive advantage

Skills

• US Citizens Only (USC)
• 15+ Years Required
• CPG Experience Mandatory
• Competencies: Business Insight, Collaborates, Communicates Effectively, Drives Results, Manages Complexity, Organizational Savvy, Plans and Aligns
• A proven track record in product innovation
• A deep understanding of cross-functional project management
• PMP is a nice to have

Benefits

• Remote USA

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