PMO Project Manager

Synergy Flavors•Wauconda, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Synergy Flavors, part of the Carbery Group, is seeking a PMO Project Manager to join their growing PMO team. This role is crucial for bridging project execution and organizational change, involving the management of key cross-functional initiatives and the development of processes, tools, and habits to improve project execution company-wide. The position requires close collaboration with various business teams and senior leadership, offering a blend of structured tasks and the flexibility to adapt and drive progress. The ideal candidate is organized, data-driven, and an effective communicator who can manage ambiguity and multiple priorities.

Requirements

2–4 years in project management, program management, business operations, or consulting
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field
Strong organizational skills and a track record of following through
Comfortable using data to inform decisions and explain project status
Clear communicator who can work effectively with people at different levels
Able to handle ambiguity and manage multiple priorities without losing focus

Nice To Haves

CAPM or PMP certification, or active coursework toward it
Advanced PowerPoint and Excel skills
Experience with project management tools
Hands-on experience with enterprise platforms

Responsibilities

Keep project status reporting organized and up to date across the Synergy portfolio for leadership visibility.
Manage specific project portfolios from intake through closure, ensuring adherence to standards and preventing oversight.
Run training and onboarding for project leaders and end users on project methodologies and tools.
Own the execution of strategic company initiatives, including planning, timeline management, and team coordination.
Develop detailed project plans considering dependencies, resources, and risks.
Ensure cross-functional teams remain aligned and accountable for their commitments.
Identify and address potential problems proactively.
Manage project closure, including conducting post-mortems and documenting lessons learned.
Identify and address inefficiencies in project execution, developing improved and repeatable processes.
Help establish project management rhythms such as planning cycles, reporting cadences, and regular meetings.
Structure the documentation and sharing of decisions.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning as needed.
Provide clear and honest updates to leadership and stakeholders regarding project status, timelines, trade-offs, and realistic expectations.
Facilitate decision-making processes and discussions to ensure project momentum.
Build cross-team relationships to foster collaboration.