Supply Chain Project Manager

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

At HP Hood LLC, we celebrate our differences. Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives are fostered to create an inclusive work environment. We are at our best when we respect and value each other - One Team One Company!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, 401k matches, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. This position is also eligible for our bonus program.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Job Summary:

The Project Manager oversees and coordinates various projects within the Organization utilizing the Management of the Change framework. This role involves planning, executing, and closing projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and meet the desired objectives. The Project Manager collaborates with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality, research and development, and other departments driving project success and operational efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Builds and leads project timeline, defines the critical path, tracks activities to ensure functional team members meet agreed-upon deadlines, generates and communicates status reports, and escalates critical issues.

• Leads project teams and provides clear direction, guidance, and support throughout the project lifecycle.

• Facilitates team meetings in-person and virtual

• Identifies and resolves any issues or risks that may impact project delivery.

• Support Product Trials by facilitating the pre-post trial meetings and providing on-site support Operations.

• Develop strong relationships and collaborates effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

• Actively manage project lifecycle and provide regular status updates

• Ensure project objectives align with overall business strategies

• Monitors deliverables to meet intended outcomes and adjust accordingly to meet Company results

• Adheres to the Management of the Change process with key performance indicators (KPIs)

• Provides ongoing training of the Manage of Change process and supporting tools

• Possess a level of product knowledge

• Support Continuous improvement efforts by providing an open, collaborative space to lead after-action reviews that identify areas of improvement and highlight best practices.

• Up to 25% travel required

• Other duties assigned by your manager

Education and Experience:

• BA/BS Degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Operations research, or related field or relevant experience.

• MBA preferred.

• CAPM or greater preferred

• APICS CPIM and CSCP certification preferred

• Proven experience of 3-7 years in Project Management, preferably in Operations Management/Supply Chain Management, and experience with cross-functional teams.

• SAP experience preferred

Skills and Competencies:

• Advanced project management skills utilizing Microsoft Project and other tools (Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

• Strong leadership skills, including motivating and inspiring team members.

• Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work, with minimal oversite

• Apply leadership, coaching, and influencing skills to run cross-functional teams and drive multiple projects forward, ensuring time, prioritization, and resources are used effectively and efficiently to meet project and business objectives.

• This is a hybrid position based in the Central New York area.

• For candidates based in NY this position typically pays between $93K - $106k.

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

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