Project Manager- Supply Chain Transformation

fairlife•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Project Manager – Supply Chain Transformation is a key leadership role responsible for driving major supply chain process improvement projects and driving new ways of working. This position works closely with cross-functional teams across the organization to deliver transformative initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and support business growth. The impact of this role is significant, as it ensures projects are completed on time and within budget, directly contributing to fairlife’s reputation for innovation and operational excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, PMP/PMO certification preferred
2-5 years’ experience in project management
Demonstrated Supply Chain project experience and successfully implementing IT infrastructure and/or enterprise software projects strongly preferred
Strong math and reasoning ability
Microsoft Planner and Project Management software experience preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Willingness to learn and communicate advanced technical systems and processes
Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment
Proficiency in English: Comfortable with both written and verbal communication, including reading and writing.

Responsibilities

Responsible for Supply Chain Transformation projects, focused on IT, procurement, planning, logistics and other categories as assigned
Lead, manage, and provide oversight to define project scope, develop and track project budgets, generate detailed project schedules with clear deliverables and timelines, identify, and assign task owners, and resource subject matter experts
Prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently, adhering to deadlines and ensuring all established milestones are met
Ensure project management methodology is rigorously followed and Project Management software is being kept up to date on all Supply Chain projects
Effectively follow project financial controls (RFI, RFA, RFP)
Schedule and lead project review meetings providing regular progress reports to all key stakeholders and senior leadership
Develop and lead steering committees for large, complex projects
Identify and resolve issues that place projects or supply chain at risk
Work collaboratively with cross functional teams to continuously improve business processes
Utilize analytics, process mapping and tools for project life cycle management to meet business needs
Ensure city, county, state, and federal regulations relating to projects and implementation are met
Other responsibilities in accordance with business needs

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective day one!
Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance)
Paid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance
Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10,000)
Parental support & family care benefits, including childcare resources and lactation support
401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match
Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work-life support
Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants)
Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)
Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential
Rewards & recognition, matching gifts, free product, and Business Resource Groups