Job Title: Associate Brand Manager / PM (Seasonal & Special Projects)

Job Summary:
We're seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Project Manager to support end-to-end operations in new product development and marketing initiatives. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in managing cross-functional projects from Stage Gate handoff through completion. This role is ideal for a self-starter with strong project management skills.

Required Qualifications:

Strong project management background
Process-oriented mindset
Excellent communication skills
Ability to hold team members accountable diplomatically
Adaptable to rapid organizational changes
Proficient in tracking project workflows
Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills
Desired Characteristics:

Open-minded and flexible
Eager to learn and ask insightful questions
Ability to navigate complex cross-functional environments
Comfortable working in a dynamic, evolving organizational structure
Work Environment:

Hybrid work model (currently 2 days in-office)
Primary location: Erlanger, Kentucky
Potential indirect support for Mexico operations
This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive innovation and operational excellence in a growing, dynamic organization.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage formal project charters
• Coordinate cross-functional team collaboration
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project timelines
• Host and facilitate project meetings
• Track and communicate project progress
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks
• Ensure timely completion of project milestones
• Close out projects formally with comprehensive documentation
• Collaborate with the marketing and product development teams to execute seasonal product launches and manage customer-specific packaging and display needs.
• Lead project management activities including tracking timelines, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and managing internal processes like Stage-Gate.
• Interface with internal departments including Packaging, Supply Chain, Procurement, Regulatory, and Customer Planning to ensure timely execution of seasonal initiatives.
• Manage data and documentation entry, follow-up, and system updates required to progress seasonal SKUs through the commercialization pipeline.
• Work with external agencies and vendors on packaging development, display creation, and promotional materials.
• Provide regular updates to internal stakeholders and ensure alignment across all functions on seasonal project statuses.

Requirements

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication (written, verbal, presentation) skills.
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally with departments such as Sales, Supply Chain, R&D, Packaging, and Regulatory.
  

Desired Characteristics:

• Process-oriented approach

• Eager to ask questions

• Proactive in communication

• Adaptable to organizational changes

• Able to hold team members accountable professionally

Desired Skills

Marketing, Advertising & Account Services

Additional Information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience or familiarity with the Stage-Gate process.
• Hands-on experience launching new products or managing product lifecycle initiatives, ideally in the food and beverage industry but not required
  

Engagement Details:

• Contract role with potential to be hired on full-time; potential for extension or future full-time opportunities depending on business needs.
• Hybrid, mostly remote with up to 2-days onsite in Erlanger, KY facility
• Immediate start preferred