Project Manager, Commercial Execution

Saputo Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K with ESOP participation

PTO and paid holidays

Employee recognition programs

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Career development opportunities

Community engagement through Saputo

Smoke-free workplace

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is seeking a Project Manager, Commercial Operations in Milwaukee to lead cross-functional commercial projects from initiation through launch.

You will collaborate with sales, marketing, finance, R&D, and operations to ensure timely, on-budget delivery of product initiatives. The role requires strong PM skills, data-driven decision making, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of project management experience in commercial manufacturing operations or similar.
• Experience leading cross-functional stakeholder projects.
• Strong PM skills with ability to manage multiple complex initiatives.
• Analytical problem-solving with data-driven decision making.
• Excellent communication and collaboration capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional commercial projects aligned with business goals.
• Oversee full project lifecycle from initiation to launch and closure.
• Manage key customer initiatives and co-ordinate with internal stakeholders.
• Collect and input data for internal systems supporting launches.
• Engage stakeholders and keep teams updated on progress and risks.
• Develop detailed project timelines with milestones.
• Monitor progress, address risks, and keep projects on time and budget.
• Analyze data, report performance, and recommend improvements.
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Data-driven decision making

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Multi-priority management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Marketing, Finance, or related field

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

The Project Manager, Commercial Operations is responsible for overseeing and executing key commercial projects from initiation through completion, ensuring they meet business objectives, timelines, and budgets. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including sales, marketing, commercial strategy, supply chain, and operations—to drive product initiatives and ensure seamless execution of commercial priorities that support the company’s growth and success in the marketplace.

How you will make contributions that matter…

• Project Management: Lead and manage cross-functional commercial projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs.
• End-to-End Coordination: Oversee the full project lifecycle through launch execution, monitoring, and closure. Maintain clear communication with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Manage key customer initiatives through the internal system, including, but not limited to, private label launches, product changes, exists, or transitions; review of customer RFI requests with multiple internal stakeholders or any other customer requests that require co-ordination.
• Lead the collection and input of data required for internal systems to effectively execute on launches or product changes
• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the key interface with the sales team and the main point of contact for project stakeholders, including marketing, sales, finance, R&D, operations, and external partners. Hold stakeholders accountable for timely deliverables and provided updates and resolve issues as they arise.
• Management of timelines: Develop detailed project timelines for all projects, including clear milestones.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and proactively address potential delays or issues to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget guidelines provided by stakeholders/cross-functional teams.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Track project performance metrics, compile reports, and present key updates to stakeholders. Provide actionable recommendations based on performance and feedback.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements to streamline project execution, enhance efficiency, and reduce costs.

You are best suited for the role if you have…

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in project management in commercial manufacturing operations, sales, or a similar industrial role.
• Experience in managing projects with multiple cross-functional stakeholders to deliver strong business results.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to drive decisions and improve performance.
• Excellent communication and collaboration capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Competencies:

• Collaboration:Builds strong partnerships across teams to drive results.
• Data-Driven Decision-Making:Leverages analytics to inform approach.
• Attention to Detail:Ensures accuracy and quality in all work
• Adaptability:Thrives in dynamic and evolving business environments

We support and care for our employees by providing them with…

• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help employees care for their families, such as: Comprehensive benefit programs that include medical, dental and vision insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401K, Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP), paid time off.

• Employee recognition and incentive programs.

• Opportunities to contribute to your community via a Volunteer Time Off (VTO) program and site engagement activities

• Development opportunities that enhance their career fulfillment.

• Opportunities to contribute to communities and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products.

• Work in a smoke-free environment that promotes a healthy and wellness focused lifestyle.

Salary Range: $89,695- $117,725
Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, educations, skills and training.
Hybrid office: 4 days in office, 1 day remote

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

Accessibility

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EEO

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