Job Description
Johnson Service Group is actively searching for a Program Management professional with experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry. This is a contract-hire position with a Fortune 500 leader in the CPG arena.
The Program Manager will be a key member of the Program Management Office (PMO) supporting the Kitchen Product businesses, set out to develop world-class project execution. The main responsibility is to manage and guide a global cross-functional team through the stage-gate process in order to develop, commercialize and launch innovative product solutions that meet cost, schedule, and scope requirements.
Responsibilities:
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The Program Manager will be a key member of the Program Management Office (PMO) supporting the Kitchen Product businesses, set out to develop world-class project execution. The main responsibility is to manage and guide a global cross-functional team through the stage-gate process in order to develop, commercialize and launch innovative product solutions that meet cost, schedule, and scope requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Independently leads New Product Development (NPD) projects of various complexity.
- Leads project planning sessions to collaboratively develop standardized timelines (networks) for projects.
- Utilizes MS Project to develop project schedules with a focus on the critical path.
- Responsible for delivering key PMO Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) of project timing, cost, quality, and budget.
- Partners with Brand Marketing and R&D to define project scope & design.
- Lead formal weekly team meetings and communication methods that drive project execution and completion.
- Identifies, monitors, and recommends mitigation plans to project risk. Reports status of project progress and risks to leadership.
- Participates in/leads post launch audit output evaluations to recommend advancements for continuous improvement of project execution practices.
- Ensures project outputs are consistently high-quality deliverables, on time and within budget to all business objectives.
- Communicates project expectations and plans to the project team members, leadership, and other stakeholders in a clear and concise fashion.
- Leads identification, negotiation, and support of resolution to issues within cross functional teams.
- Maintains documentation as required by the stage-gate development process.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 3-5 years of relevant work experience in new product development and project leadership roles.
- Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Program Management Office experience required.
- PMP certification preferred.
- Strong focus and ability to facilitate relations between cross functional teams in various locations.
- Expertise in structured project management methodologies (e.g., critical path).
- Familiarity with basic manufacturing processes and production planning.
- Logical and creative problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Working knowledge of project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Project Online and SharePoint.
- Develops and maintains constructive and cooperative working relationships.
- Highly effective organization and planning skills.
- Ability to support the needs of and interact appropriately with cross-functional personnel.
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Numbers & Facts
| Location | Atlanta, GA |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 1,000 to 1,499 employees |
| Year Founded | 1984 |
| Website | https://www.jsginc.com/ |
About Company
At JSG, We Understand People
It is our mission to empower people, help our clients reach their goals, and hire motivated individuals.
Since our start in 1984, we’ve worked hard to establish our present position as the most effective cross-industry staffing and consulting solution available.
Headquartered in Chicago, IL with local offices throughout the United States and Canada, JSG proudly serves a diverse range of industries with the right solutions to help clients reach their company goals. Our client-centric approach enables us to create personalized solutions for businesses in need of top-tier talent. Our dedication doesn’t stop at our clients. We strive to connect candidates with opportunities that match their skills and goals. More than just a go-between, we are a dependable bridge, uniting top talent with suitable opportunities, facilitating shared opportunities and growth.
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