Manager of Project Management

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Effectively manage and utilize project manager resources through established standards and best practices to support Alto-Shaam's growth objectives & NPD projects
• Identify training and support needed to ensure that project managers have correct tools to do their tasks
• Lead, coach and mentor team for additional responsibilities within Alto-Shaam
• Communicate status to upper management on objectives
• Preparation of the project plan, assists with managing the plan and develops and implements project tasks
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of project status, changes and other control records necessary for completing both internal and external tasks
• Manage the NPD (New Product Development) process, including setting up team meetings, project schedules and action plans
• Facilitate team meetings, record and distribute meeting minutes, and report delays to the appropriate functional lead
• Identify potential project risks and develop/implement strategies to minimize impact
• Develop and implement strategies for controlling deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines
• Proactively communicate project schedules, change proposals, and related activities with product managers, project teams, and upper management
• Manage projects as needed, including full range of project management responsibilities
• Obtain market segment knowledge by attending tradeshows, traveling with Sales team, and participating in customer meetings

Requirements

• Minimum two-year technical degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent experience; Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred
• Previous project management experience preferred
• Experience in the food service industry a plus
• Previous supervisory experience desired
• Basic project management experience in a technical environment
• Strong Microsoft Project (or equivalent), Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills
• Strong communication skills both oral and written
• Team Player
• Customer Focus - Maintaining awareness of and seeking to meet the needs and wants of the customer
• Leadership Orientation - Actively seeks ways to act as a role model, guide, develop and mentor others within the organization
• Initiative - Engages in proactive behavior and looks for opportunities
• Adaptability - Responds effectively to changes in situation or information
• Analytical Thinking - Logically breaks down problems and looks for solutions
• Must be detail oriented, highly organized, and a quick learner

Nice to Have

• Experience in the food service industry
• Previous supervisory experience

Qualifications

• Minimum two-year technical degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent experience
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred

Benefits & Perks

• Earn an annual bonus on your gross income, which has averaged 15% over the past five years
• Low Cost premiums for full coverage healthcare with wellness participation
• 11 paid holidays and generous earned PTO
• Advancement opportunities to grow through our career ladders program
• Tuition assistance to pursue a degree or certification
• Fitness reimbursement for gym memberships, classes, or training sessions
• Biannual performance reviews with yearly merit increases
• Annual free lunch with the company president to celebrate your work anniversary