Project Manager - 15 Month Maternity Leave Contract …, Mississauga

Position Responsibilities

End-to-end project management delivery from initiative ideation to in market. Project management leadership of new product/offering commercialization projects for all channels. Project management leadership of new product offering, packaging and graphic-only commercialization projects, high complexity CCRs (savings projects) among others.Coordinate and support cost build-up, CIR development, material set-up/readiness, scale‑up efforts and launch/post‑launch metrics. Responsible for directing and managing project scope, planning and implementation consistent with established project priorities. Execute projects utilizing common processes and metrics established by the Operations Business/ Project Management team.Support ConAgra Business Strategy through delivering multiple projects on time. Ensure proper application of project management tools, Stage Gate models and prioritization. Prepare and maintain project status within PMO Tools (Accolade). Provide risk assessments on project– identify and outline mitigation steps with team leads and functional owners.Lead project teams in identifying, defining, and resolving system and business process problems, distinguishing between symptoms and root causes. Coordinate and support cost build-up, material and systems set‑up/readiness, packaging development, scale‑up efforts, tracking of packaging run‑outs/transitions related to assigned projects as well as launch/post‑launch metrics.Work closely with R&D, Co‑Manufacture, Market Development, Sales, Brand, Procurement, Finance and Supply Chain functions to deliver projects and drive the top and bottom line. Provide regular status reporting and milestone progress on the overall projects. Work closely with US operations business team to coordinate changes being driven by US domestic teams that impact Mexico&Global Markets existing portfolio for both growth and savings projects. Additional duties as required. Qualifications

BA/BS degree in Engineering, Food Technology, Business Administration, or related field. 3+ years project management experience in a manufacturing/supply‑chain environment. PMP or working towards certification. Exposure to multiple supply‑chain and other business disciplines (Marketing, Sales, Purchasing, Manufacturing, S&OP, Logistics, R&D, etc.) in previous positions or project work preferred. Exposure to new product commercialization and start‑up procedures. Strong understanding of manufacturing unit operations. Requires solid project and influence management skills to lead cross‑functional project teams without direct reports.Ability to resolve conflict and provide decisive, respected leadership. Highly cooperative leadership and communication style; effective written and verbal communication with functional and technical partners. Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently. Strong problem‑solving aptitude. Excellent communication skills at all organizational levels.Ability to troubleshoot problems and recommend solutions. Adept at working within a matrix organization. Compensation

Compensation Pay Range: $79,000-$116,000 Benefits

Health: Comprehensive healthcare benefits, mental wellbeing support and wellness spending account. Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, wealth accumulation program and access to discounts. Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement.Balance: Paid‑time off, flexible work‑schedules, Employee&Family Assistance Program and volunteer opportunities. Location&Travel

Position seats in Mississauga office. 5 % travel. Possibility of extension. Equal Opportunity Employer

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or any other protected factor. Conagra is committed to working with and providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email . We will make a determination on your request for accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.

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