Innovation Project Manager

4 weeks ago


Carol Stream, Illinois, United States The Fresh Factory Full time

Job Summary:

The Fresh Factory is seeking a highly skilled Innovation Project Manager to support the development of new business initiatives and drive the commercialization of new food and beverage products. This role will be responsible for managing the end-to-end commercialization process, from concept to launch, and ensuring that all commercialization meets food safety and quality parameters.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage the commercialization of new food and beverage product projects, including new product development, product launch, and post-launch evaluation.
  • Lead the Stage-Gate process for all assigned projects, ensuring timely and efficient decision-making.
  • Coordinate project review team meetings, ensuring input from all stakeholders and key approval and development decisions.
  • Create project plans, coordinate activities, and ensure adherence to plan and visibility to status of each project.
  • Serve as project lead, communicate project plans, schedule, and budget with all relevant departments.
  • Identify and escalate potential risks to timelines/success of commercialization efforts.
  • Manage and prioritize competing priorities among various projects and stakeholders.
  • Coordinate across all functions the development and input of all internal and external documentation, required to enable the product to be produced and sold.
  • Responsible for change management and its execution.
  • Manage the execution of required ERP setup to facilitate the Commercialization process through the R&D department and coordinate with all other setup across all functional areas.
  • Coordinate with R&D, Supply Chain, and Quality on new item and vendor approval and setup.
  • Vet and determine the feasibility of new projects. Recommend go or no-go decisions.
  • Act as liaison for internal customers (Sales, R&D, Finance, Customer Service, Supply Chain, Operations, Quality, Engineering) for day-to-day product activities and questions.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent in experience.
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in Project Management or leading projects at an established company.
  • 2+ years of experience working at a food manufacturing company.
  • Prior experience running Stage Gate processes.
  • Prior experience with new product commercialization.
  • Prior experience with new manufacturing line launches or equipment installations a plus.
  • Strong organization skills and an ability to manage multiple high-priority projects at once.
  • Ownership mindset and consistent delivery on commitments.
  • A willingness to challenge our way of work to maximize our resources and enhance our success.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills.
  • Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, evolving business environment.
  • Good working knowledge in Microsoft Excel and project management software.
  • Ability to work autonomously and seek guidance where necessary.
  • Ability to work under pressure and be comfortable with ambiguity.
  • A self-starter and self-motivated individual with a positive attitude and ability to operate and influence cross-functionally.
  • Must speak English; Spanish nice to have but not required.

Physical Requirements:

May be required to spend time in cold room and wear Personal Protective Equipment when applicable to manage the commercialization process.

Benefits:

Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance and 401k. Great team and on-the-job training. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.



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