H&W Technical Project Manager

What you'll do

Mars Health & Wellness (H&W) is a collection of Business Units that house fast growing, insurgent brands such as KIND, Nature’s Bakery, and Tru Fru. Health & Wellness is investing substantially to maintain the trajectory of our hyper growth Brands and will continue to increase as the result of the platforms acquisitions.

We are on the lookout for a driven and detail-oriented individual to play a pivotal role as Technical Project Manager within our team. In this multifaceted position, you will spearhead various initiatives spanning across our organization's spectrum, supporting H&W with large projects across different business units such as KIND, Natures Bakery, and Tru Fru. From managing the day-to-day activities to ensuring successful project startups, you'll be at the forefront of handling capex projects, capacity and network optimization, support driving innovation, renovation efforts, and more.

This role calls for effective communication and collaboration skills to liaise with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to delve into capital expenditure projects, contributing to their seamless execution within designated parameters. If you're passionate about engineering, project management, and making a tangible impact in a dynamic environment, this position presents an exciting opportunity for growth and professional development. Whether a recent graduate, or experienced professional, we welcome your enthusiasm and expertise to join our team.

And here is how you'll do it

• Scope, Plan, and Manage: Oversee multiple projects across diverse business units within the Health and Wellness Platform, assisting in developing project plans, budgets, and schedules for CapEx projects.
• Accurate Execution: Ensure precise project timelines, anticipate risks, and execute projects with excellence, adhering to budgets, quality standards, and established KPIs. Coordinate resource allocation and vendor management for timely delivery.
• Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact between Business Units and key stakeholders for network optimization and capacity within projects, building communication processes and managing change of scope approvals.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead cross-functional teams effectively, resolving complex issues to align priorities, standards, and budgets with project scope and drive project success
• Business Understanding: Develop a deep understanding of the Health & Wellness Platform (KIND, Nature Bakery, and Tru Fru's) business overall, including strategic growth, innovation, operational, quality, and commercial activities.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with key stakeholders to align project objectives with business goals and priorities.
• Best Practices Application: Apply project management best practices to enhance efficiency, ways of working (WoW), and cross-functional effectiveness.
• Process Refinement: Contribute to the refinement of commercialization processes to optimize value, speed, and quality.
• Comprehensive Documentation: Maintain thorough project documentation and communication for transparency and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Risk Management: Recognize and mitigate potential risks, facilitating clear and timely communication between project teams, stakeholders, and senior management.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and drive continuous improvement initiatives within project management processes.

What you'll bring to KIND

• Proven Program and Project Management: Demonstrated skills and results in program and project management.
• Strong People Skills: Ability to drive change, influence, and facilitate groups with diverse perspectives, fostering consensus and alignment.
• Effective Organization: Strong organizational skills, especially in managing complex or CapEx projects, while also supporting other team members with organization
• Communication Skills: Solid written and oral communication skills, with clear storytelling and compelling recommendations.
• Problem-Solving Ability: Excellent problem-solving ability in uncertain and tactical situations, with a bias for action through collaboration.
• Flexibility and Adaptability: Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment, comfortable with ambiguity.
• Accountability: Hold accountability and responsibility for Project KPIs, including Budget, Schedule, Manufacturing Performance, and Successful Start-ups.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset: Creative and solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to 'think like an owner.'
• Forward-Thinking: Capability to anticipate future challenges and opportunities.
• Commitment to Excellence: Demonstrated commitment to excellence, high quality standards, and attention to detail, acting as a strong business and operations partner to Business Units, educating, informing, consulting, and influencing to deliver priorities while balancing risk.
• Passionate: Passionate for KIND, Nature’s Bakery, and Tru Fru, as well as, enthusiastic about healthy snacking and genuine desire to help make the world a kinder place, committing to always spreading and celebrating kindness
• Professionalism: Uncompromising in your professionalism and ethical conduct, with ability to remain level-headed and maintain focus on the critical tasks

You have...

• A minimum of 5 years relevant experience in program and project management
• Bachelor’s degree with a focus on engineering, operations, or related field
• Knowledge of IBP (integrated business planning)
• Proficiency in project management tools and software (Microsoft Project, Smart Sheet, Asana, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds
• Knowledge of sourcing, procurement, quality, supply chain, and manufacturing processes and procedures
• Effective relationship management skills, both internal and external

Pluses (if applicable)

• Knowledge of CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods)
• Familiarity with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and regulatory requirements is a plus
• Background in sourcing, procurement, quality, supply chain, and manufacturing processes and procedures
• Ability to travel 15 - 40%

Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range for this position is $86,000.00 - $122,500.00. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ.