Who We Are
CAULIPOWER uses the power of veggies to make healthier, easier versions of the food you crave that taste like the food you crave. CAULIPOWER's first innovation, cauliflower crust pizza, created a white-hot category in 2017. Today CAULIPOWER is the #1 cauliflower crust pizza, the #1 natural pizza, and #1 gluten-free pizza in the U.S. In addition to pizza, the CAULIPOWER family of innovative products now includes chicken tenders, pizza bites, and more. Come #JoinTheVegolution!
The Opportunity
CAULIPOWER is looking for a high visibility, dynamic Project Manager to support the operations team in commercializing both innovation & renovation projects. This role will report to the SVP of Operations and will have a front row seat in a small but mighty organization of talented professionals.
What You Will Do
As Project Manager, you will play a critical role on the team delivering commercialization projects to market. In this role, you will…
Manage several innovation/renovation initiatives concurrently with strong attention to detail.
Follow Stage Gate and other processes recommended by the Project Management Office.
Be responsible for creating project timelines aligned with cross-functional partners (Innovation, QA, Packaging, Supply Chain, Creative).
Actively monitor projects to ensure milestones are delivered on time, keeping internal teams organized and on track.
Analyze and evaluate data depending on the project.
Perform risk reviews and proactively raise issues, delays, and risks, and work with the team to resolve.
Manage project workflow in partnership with other departments, own and execute project related tasks to ensure on-time and quality deliverables.
Proactively monitor and measure performance against metrics and project baselines.
Report on project performance and lead effective team meetings.
Update all project management plans and project documents.
Provide real-time feedback to make the team more effective and efficient.
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners.
Who You Are
As the ultimate team leader with a “can do” attitude, you are a perfect fit because you….
Have a minimum of 3 consecutive years of professional experience in Project Management in CPG innovation.
Enjoy working in a fast-paced, high-growth, entrepreneurial environment that is continually evolving.
Possess team-building skills that include being able to motivate, inspire, and influence your team.
Are excited by the challenge of figuring things out and managing several high priority projects at once.
Are a team player that can quickly build trust within your team and cross-functional partners.
Have demonstrated a proven track record of accountability and alignment with cross functional players.
Are very organized, detail oriented, and an analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
Are proactive, self-motivated and possess the initiative and time management skills necessary to be successful.
Have a proven ability to multi-task while ensuring projects stay within the timeline.
Enjoy working autonomously with little direction needed.
Possess exceptional verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
Have exposure to Project Management software (ideally SmartSheets and Microsoft Teams).
Manufacturing experience a Plus.
Have experience in the food/beverage industry.
Have a bachelor’s degree.
What we Offer
Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 per year commensurate with experience with bonus opportunities
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance for you, and optional coverage for your family
Disability and Life Insurance
401k Retirement Plan
3 weeks PTO, 11 paid holidays and sick time: we value your work life balance
A high performing, rewarding and tight knit team culture
CAULIPOWER is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating and celebrating a diverse work environment. We hire solely on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, sex, gender expression, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status.