Program Management SpecialistLocation: St. Louis, MOCompany: Fortune 100 Food & Beverage ManufacturingInitial term: Dec 31, 2026 (position expected to run longer)Schedule: Onsite Monday - Thursday, Friday WFHAbout This RoleWe are looking for an agile, detail‑oriented professional to support the delivery of innovation initiatives and the day‑to‑day maintenance of our innovation portfolio data. This role combines hands‑on project coordination with portfolio data support, helping ensure that projects stay on track and that portfolio information is accurate, up‑to‑date, and usable.You will work closely with cross‑functional teams to track progress, maintain data across systems, and support reporting and governance activities. This role is critical in enabling smooth execution of innovation projects and providing reliable information for team coordination and leadership visibility.What You'll DoAs a Project ManagerMobilize and lead teams for execution of strategic and tactical projects ranging in complexities across multiple brands for the North American marketAlign project goals and develop end‑to‑end project plans integrating requirements and activities to ensure on time, in scope delivery of product to meet project objectives and key success criteriaManage risks and changes with proficiencyManage key stakeholders and execute role as the neutral, objective voice of the projectDrive fast and informed decision making to Senior leaders in the organizationChampion Marketing Ops framework(s) and ensure programs, roles/ responsibilities are executed consistently within the stated requirements (internal framework, I2L (Idea to Launch) Framework)Evolve processes, tools, and ways of working within ownership of Marketing OperationsAs a Data AnalystMaintain and update innovation portfolio data across systems and toolsEnsure data accuracy, completeness, and consistency through regular audits and clean‑up activitiesSupport teams in entering and updating project data, acting as a go‑to resource for questions and troubleshootingTrack key portfolio metrics, flag discrepancies or gaps and drive resolutionAssist in standardizing data formats, naming conventions, and templatesWhat You BringBachelor's degree from an accredited institution3+ years' experience in project/program management and/or product development in a CPG environmentFamiliarity with Smartsheet or similar systemStrong project management and organizational skillsHigh attention to detail with a focus on data accuracyComfort operating in ambiguity and fast‑paced environmentsClear and professional stakeholder management and communication skillsProblem solver with a continuous improvement mindset$64 per hour + OvertimeMedical insuranceVision insurance401(k)Disability insurancePosition is available for U.S.-based applicants only.#J-18808-Ljbffr