Strategic Project Manager – Purchasing & Merchandising

Grocery Outlet

Emeryville (CA)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Grocery Outlet in Emeryville, CA is seeking a Project Manager, Purchasing & Merchandising to partner with the Chief Purchasing & Merchandising Officer. You will establish the operating rhythm of the department, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and ensure priorities advance with clarity and accountability.

You will manage a portfolio of strategic initiatives, develop plans and dashboards, and prepare executive materials for senior leadership.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business, project management, merchandising, supply chain, operations, or a related field.
Typically five or more years of experience managing complex projects and cross-functional initiatives.
Strong ability to plan, track milestones, mitigate risks, and drive accountability across stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain a holistic portfolio view of key Purchasing & Merchandising priorities, projects, and strategic initiatives.
Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, milestones, dependencies, risks, action items, and status reporting for key departmental initiatives.
Partner with initiative owners to establish clear objectives, deliverables, ownership, timelines, and measures of success.
Serve as a key connection point between Purchasing & Merchandising and the Enterprise Transformation function, ensuring alignment with broader plans.
Coordinate complex, cross-functional initiatives involving multiple departments and partners.