Project Manager

Liquid I.V.; El Segundo (CA); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Generous PTO and sick policy

Wellness classes

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Liquid I.V. is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex projects within the Strategy & Operational Excellence team. This role requires a business-minded leader with 7+ years of project management experience, preferably in CPG/FMCG. You will be responsible for scoping, executing, and evaluating projects while managing relationships with key stakeholders.

The position offers a hybrid work environment and a salary range of $124,000 - $148,000 annually, along with exceptional employee benefits including comprehensive health insurance and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in project management required; experience in CPG/FMCG/manufacturing preferred.
• Strong capabilities in risk management and contingency planning.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills capable of maintaining strong relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, cross-functional projects from scoping through successful execution.
• Responsible for the application of project management methodologies and best practices.
• Develop and manage a project tracker and communicate progress to stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Cross-functional Leadership

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or a relevant field

Tools

Wrike

Job description

Liquid I.V. is looking for a motivated, action-oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment to join the Strategy & Operational Excellence team as a Project Manager in the Project Management Office (PMO). In this role, you will lead the complex, cross‑functional projects from scoping through successful execution and post‑evaluation. The ideal candidate is a business‑minded practitioner of project‑management methodologies with experience in consumables who excels at leading cross‑functional teams through trust and partnership to deliver extraordinary results.

Functions and duties of this role include, but not limited to:

• Responsible for the application of project management methodologies, best practices, and standards
• Development and management of projects including scoping, establishing timelines, milestones and deliverables, meetings and stage gate progression, influencing and driving accountability and results including OTIF execution
• Leadership and coordination of communication with main stakeholders, project teams and steering teams
• Proactively identify, document, manage and escalate project issues and risks
• Resolve project related conflicts through skilled negotiation, tact and diplomacy, where necessary becoming involved
• Conduct project reviews post key project stages and share learnings for future projects as best practice. Ensure feedback on End to End is captured and actioned
• Manage day to day operational aspects of project execution and scope
• Develop and manage a project tracker, generate weekly project reports, record, and maintain project documentation, and communicate progress to all stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a relevant field required
• 7+ years of experience in project management required; experience in CPG/FMCG/manufacturing preferred
• Project Management software experience (Wrike preferred)
• Expertise in leading cross‑functional business process projects
• Strong organizational and teamwork skills, ability to multi‑task
• Thrive in a fast paced and ambiguous environment
• Ability to manage stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Exceptional interpersonal skills capable of maintaining strong relationships
• Ability to communicate effectively and manage organizational change
• Time and timeline management skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Strong organizational, multi‑tasking and self‑direction capabilities
• Strong capabilities in risk management and contingency planning
• Attention to detail even under pressure

What We Give

• 100% company‑paid medical, dental and vision insurance for employees (PPO, HMO and Kaiser options)
• A 401(k) plan with company match, short and long‑term disability coverage
• A generous PTO and sick policy that includes 13+ paid annual holidays
• Wellness classes (fitness, mental health, nutrition, finance, etc.)
• An Employee Assistance Program, including membership for guided meditation for all employees
• Monthly tech and wellness reimbursement
• An infinite supply of Liquid I.V. for endless hydration

Work Environment

• Hybrid environment. Most responsibilities of this job will be handled from the office. Travel: 10% of the time

Compensation band for this position is $124,000 - $148,000 annually. The exact salary is determined by various factors including experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal company equity, and budget. The listed range is applicable only to the annual base salary and does not include additional perks, benefits, or applicable bonus eligibility comprising the total compensation package.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Liquid I.V. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.