Project Manager

Mars; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five Principles guidance

Mars University

Company bonus

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Project Manager to steer product and launch projects from planning through post-launch evaluation. You will partner with the activity lead to scope, plan, and time projects, and guide cross-functional teams to execute with discipline and visibility into risks.

You will coordinate with stakeholders at all levels, leveraging MS Office tools and, if possible, MS Project to support schedules and milestones.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of business experience in Brand, Innovation, Supply Chain or Finance.
• 1 year of Project Management experience or related work.
• Proficiency in MS Office; MS Project is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify targets, critical success factors and scope of the project
• Build cross-functional team and communicate with stakeholders
• Lead the team and the project through stages and gate process, managing risks and mitigation plans
• Prepare projects for Portfolio Management Review

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Description:

The Project Manager has overall responsibility for facilitating the planning and execution of product and launch projects in terms of development, launch execution, and post launch evaluation. The Project Manager will partner with business (the Activity Champion - whomever is leading the activity), to facilitate and manage the scoping, planning and timing of any given project. The role is responsible for leading project teams to successfully plan and execute projects. This will allow to focus on execution, improved visibility to risks and issues, and will help to establish a culture of discipline and excellence in execution.

What are we looking for?

• 3+ years of business experience (either Brand management/ Innovation, Supply Chain or Finance function), including 1 year of Project Management experience or related work
• Proven ability to effectively manage stakeholders at all levels to achieve business objectives
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Project would be an advantage

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Identify targets, critical success factors and scope of the project
• Build cross-functional team and build communication with stakeholders
• Lead the team and the project through the stages and gate process, managing risks and creating mitigation plan
• Prepare projects for Portfolio Management Review forum.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.