Project Manager, Product Launches

Summary

We’re a naan traditional company…This role is critical to coordinating all the product launches at FGF Brands. This role is responsible for flawless execution of all the product launches in a pre-assigned product category. This role requires ability to manage multiple projects, attention to detail, understanding of the FGF supply chain and understanding of production and especially packaging capabilities of the production lines.

This role entails problem solving along the critical path of a project, as required.

• FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
• Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
• RRSP matching program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.

• Effectively manage the critical path of multiple product launches; this entails coordinating with multiple groups in the organization who contribute to a product launch.
• Based on thorough understanding of the manufacturing process of the respective product category and of the FGF supply chain, the Project Manager is responsible to take action to avoid conflicts that could delay the launch or to solve problems, in tight collaboration with other groups, to ensure launch timelines are met
• Liaise and follow-up with various external stakeholders to ensure all project related tasks are followed-up and executed on-time and on-schedule (i.e. customers, suppliers)
• Responsible to escalate issues as needed
• Provide packaging recommendations when new formats are required; this entails a thorough understanding of the product, of how it will be marketed and of the FGF packaging capabilities
• Participate in Innovation Sessions with our suppliers, as required
• Attend all trials for the assigned product portfolio
• Thoroughly understand the profiles of all customers as their product introduction protocols will differ
• Ability to provide project updates to Sales and / or customers in an accurate, concise manner
• Other duties, as assigned

• 3+ years of relevant experience in a project management / Co-ordination role is preferred
• Post-secondary education in Business or Industrial Engineering or a relevant field
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task
• Strong organization, problem solving, critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Passion to thrive in a constantly changing environment with shifting priorities.

Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.
Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.