Program Manager

Oregon-Freeze-Dry; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Life and disability insurance

Pet insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Mountain House product discounts

Job summary

Oregon Freeze Dry in Albany, Oregon is seeking a Program Manager to oversee the company's project management function and align initiatives with strategic priorities. The role partners with executives and business units to ensure projects deliver expected outcomes.

You will develop plans, manage schedules and milestones, drive accountability, and lead cross-functional teams through change. Strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum six years in program management, project management or strategic planning.
• Minimum four years leading and managing teams.
• Strong knowledge of project and program management principles, tools, and methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Company's project management function and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, timelines and reporting tools.
• Identify risks and mitigation strategies to drive timely resolution.
• Foster cross-functional coordination and standardized practices across the organization.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and professional behavior.

Skills

Project management

Strategic planning

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Excel

Teams

Job description

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Are you ready for your next adventure?
At Oregon Freeze Dry, innovation isn’t just a buzzword, it’s our foundation. We are a purpose-driven company with six decades of expertise in freeze-drying technology. Best known as the makers of Mountain House© meals, we are experts in advanced lyophilization solutions that can help people live healthier lives. Our headquarters in Albany, Oregon sits at the crossroads of science and nature, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes that fuel bold ideas and transformative breakthroughs. We're driven by a commitment to quality, creativity, and continuous improvement, and we're always looking ahead to what's next. We’re proud of our legacy, but our future is even more exciting. If you're passionate and ready to make an impact, Oregon Freeze Dry isn't just a place to work, it's where your adventure begins.

We are looking for a Program Manager who is responsible for the Company'sproject management function and supports the successful execution of strategic business priorities. This role oversees cross-functional projects, drives accountability for key initiatives, manages internal communications related to organizational priorities, and provides oversight of strategic plan implementation. Working closely with executive leadership and business partners, the Program Manager helps align teams, resources, and objectives to ensure projects and strategic initiatives achieve intended outcomes.

You will get to:

• Support the execution and ongoing management of the Company's strategic planning process, ensuring organizational priorities, initiatives, and goals remain aligned with business objectives.
• Monitor progress against strategic initiatives, key milestones, and organizational objectives, providing visibility, status updates, and recommendations to executive leadership.
• Partner with business leaders to ensure strategic priorities are effectively communicated, understood, and translated into actionable plans across the organization.
• Develop and manage internal communications related to organizational priorities, strategic initiatives, leadership updates, and company-wide programs.
• Create and maintain content for internal communication channels, including digital signage, intranet platforms, town halls, presentations, and employee communications.
• Oversee the Company's project management function, ensuring projects and initiatives are appropriately prioritized, coordinated, and aligned with organizational objectives
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, timelines, milestones, and reporting tools to support successful execution of strategic initiatives and business projects.
• Identify project risks, resource constraints, and implementation challenges; partner with stakeholders to develop mitigation strategies and drive timely resolution.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance project management processes, tools, and best practices to improve consistency, efficiency, and organizational execution.
• Identify opportunities to improve project execution, cross-functional coordination, and organizational effectiveness through process improvements and standardized practices.
• Exhibit regular and reliable attendance on a full-time basis.
• Be responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflect positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices.
• Embody OFD’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department and company culture.
• Exhibit strong leadership, coaching and development to engage team members and build a cohesive team.
• Identify, recruit, and retain top-notch talent.
• Set performance standards and supports growth through delegation, continuous feedback, goal setting, and performance management.
• Foster an inclusive, safe and respectful work environment.
• Champions OFD’s culture and empowers employees to take ownership of their learning and growth.
• Maintain transparent communication. Appropriately communicate organization information through department meetings, one‑on‑one meetings, email, and regular interpersonal communication.
• Provide oversight and direction to the team members in accordance with OFD’s policies and procedures.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Generally, a minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience in program management, project management or strategic planning, with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, Project Management, or related field.
• Generally, a minimum of four (4) years of experience leading and managing teams.
• Strong knowledge of project and program management principles, tools, and methodologies.
• Knowledge of strategic planning, goal deployment, and organizational performance tracking
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and initiatives in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong organizational, planning, and project coordination skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify risks and recommend solutions.
• Ability to facilitate meetings, drive accountability, and follow through on action items and strategic initiatives.
• Proficiency with project management systems and Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams .

Thriving together: Your OFD Total Rewards and Benefits:

• Customize your healthcare coverage: including medical, dental, and vision options to fit your needs.
• Boost your savings: Choose an FSA or HSA for extra flexibility.
• Plan for your future: enroll into our 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting.
• Peace of mind: Life and disability insurance to keep you and your loved ones protected.
• Furry friends: Pet insurance for your four‑legged family members.
• Recharge & Refresh: Enjoy paid company holidays, PTO and sick time
• Give back: join us in making a difference with community support opportunities.
• Score savings: Unlock exclusive employee discounts and special savings on Mountain House product.
• Spread the word: Earn bonuses for referring awesome new team members.

Oregon Freeze Dry is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace. We value diversity and are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre‑employment drug screen and background check.