Job Description

Job Title: Project Manager


FLSA Status: Exempt


Position Type: Full-Time


Location: Hybrid - 4 Days in Office / 1 day WFH


Reports To: Chief Operations Officer (COO)


COMPANY OVERVIEW:


At Universal Nutrition, our people are the heart of everything we do. From groundbreaking research to innovative product development, marketing, sales, operations, and distribution. We are a team driven by a shared mission. We harness science, technology, and human ingenuity to fuel both body and mind, empowering people to pursue their passions every day. We started as a family business, and no matter how much we grow, that entrepreneurial spirit remains. Some of us have been here for decades and some have just started, but everyone belongs. Open communication and mutual respect define us. At Universal Nutrition, we are driven to push boundaries as a team and make a lasting difference.


JOB OVERVIEW:


We are seeking a highly motivated Project Manager. This role is a full-time exempt position that is reporting into the COO. The ideal candidate is someone that thrives in a fast-paced, changing environment, can see the big picture while being able to create the details to support it. The incumbent is someone who is comfortable with change but can hold firm in difficult circumstances. The ideal candidate enjoys the challenge of learning systems and what data they can provide to help stabilize workflow and allow for better planning in the future. This individual thrives in small teams where everyone is a significant contributor to the success of the department.


RESPONSIBILITIES:


Own a pipeline of projects as a key leader responsible for the execution of project timelines and outlining of resources, with a strong understanding of linkages between tasks throughout the process of commercializing a new item.

Create and own project timeline and Gantt charts to identify and track critical path/activities, dependencies, risks, and contingencies with all teams to ensure on-time delivery.

Support cross-functional project teams (which may include Formulation Team, Marketing, Sales, Packaging, Operations, Regulatory) from project onset through to launch

Develop and implement project charters, Gantt charts, and metrics, obtaining partner alignment, identifying project risks and developing mitigation plans, and lead conflict resolution

Utilize effective communication skills to appropriately inform various levels of the organization and team members in a timely manner

Frames and communicates project questions to facilitate informed and agile decision taking

Maintain and facilitate Stage Gate process, project plans, issues, test plans, and formal documentation for stakeholder meetings

Act as the "project advocate" in overcoming obstacles and keeping projects progressing through the Stage Gate process.

REQUIREMENTS:


5+ years of project management experience, preferably in the CPG space

Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects with varying levels of complexity

Excellent stakeholder communications experience, attention to detail, and multi-tasking

Proven success working effectively with all levels of management and across different departments

Ability to manage high volume and turnaround

SCHEDULE OPTIONS:


Hybrid Work Schedule with 4 days onsite/1 day remote

OFFERINGS:


For individuals that meet the requirements of this role, dependent upon skillset and merit the salary range for this role is $120,000 - $140,000

This role is eligible for any short-term incentive type bonuses.

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance offered, and cost shared between employer and employee

401K Match - Safe Harbor Match

Employer sponsored Life, Basic AD&D, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance, additional buy-up insurances available

Paid time off at competitive rates to the market, paid SICK leave

Employee Resource Center & Telehealth medical offerings

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Universal Nutrition is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We expect every member of our community to do their part in cultivating and maintain an environment where everyone has the opportunity to feel included and is afforded the respect and dignity they deserve. All decisions related to hiring, compensation, training, evaluating performance, or terminating is made fairly and merit based.