Program Manager

Vanguard Packaging, LLC.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard Packaging, LLC. is seeking a Program Manager in Kansas City, MO. This role is crucial for supporting sales and operations by managing program timelines and ensuring project consistency with company goals. Responsibilities include leading program planning, managing multiple projects, and maintaining effective communication with sales and operations teams. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in project management and proficiency in MS Office. Occasional travel will be required, approximately 10-15%.

Qualifications

• 3 years of program/project management experience.
• Experience in managing multiple projects.
• Ability to travel on occasion.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and implementation of program.
• Ensure all projects meet established deadlines.
• Manage inventory process with internal and outside facilities.

Skills

Program/project management experience

Proficient in MS Office

Strong organizational skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Project

CRM tools

Job description

Program Manager

Professional Kansas City, AR, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1083

JOB SUMMARY

This location specific Program Manager will support sales and operations by managing execution steps within the lifecycle of a program timeline through scheduling, overall coordination, implementation, execution, and completion ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments, and goals. This position requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.

DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Lead the planning and implementation of program.
• Ensures all projects stay on track and meet established deadlines through timelines.
• Evaluates problem situations to identify causes, gathers, and processes relevant information, generates possible solutions, and/or resolves the problem.
• Sets priorities, develops a work schedule, monitors project progress, and tracks and oversees details/data / information/activities.
• Manage inventory process with internal and outside facilities. Review inbound/outbound information for accuracy and discrepancies while Communicating results to required internal/external contacts.
• Responsible for researching, tracking, and resolving retailer invoice deductions related to receiving discrepancies. Investigates and disputes customer deductions by submitting claims through retailer online portals (e.g., Retail Link).
• Assesses situations to determine the importance, urgency, and risks, and collaborates to make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organization.
• Maintains strong communication lines with sales team, operations team, and or clients regarding all programs assigned.
• Reduce financial risk associated with projects by being proactive and communicating concerns to associated parties and management.
• Identify and document opportunities for improvement throughout the lifecycle of a project.
• Review and ensure that all assigned projects are scheduled and managed according to customers’ expectations.
• Track specific aspects of a program from concept to shipment,
• Ensure all projects meet company quality standards.
• Grows healthy/professional relationships with coworkers, retailers, & suppliers
• Focuses on driving process improvement initiatives that will enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Occasional travel to support the business of approximately 10% - 15%.
• Attendance is an essential duty.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBLITIES

• Additional duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED or combined equivalent education and experience
• 3 years of program/project management experience
• Previous experience in managing multiple projects
• Proficient in MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and CRM tools.
• Strong organizational and follow up skills.
• Ability to travel on occasion.

Preferred

• Experience in the corrugated, printing, packaging, or manufacturing industry.