Project Manager, Commercial Execution

Saputo • Milwaukee, WI

6d • $89,695 - $117,725 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and executing key commercial projects from initiation through completion, ensuring they meet business objectives, timelines, and budgets. The role works closely with sales, marketing, commercial strategy, supply chain, and operations to advance product initiatives and commercial priorities that support business growth and marketplace success.

The role coordinates the full project lifecycle, including launch execution, monitoring, and closure. It manages customer initiatives through internal systems, such as private-label launches, product changes, exits, transitions, customer RFI reviews, and other customer requests requiring coordination. The Project Manager also leads the collection and entry of information needed for internal systems to execute launches and product changes.

As a key interface with the sales team and project stakeholders, the Project Manager coordinates with marketing, sales, finance, R&D, operations, and external partners. The role develops project timelines and milestones, monitors progress, manages risks, addresses issues and potential delays, tracks performance metrics, reports updates, and recommends actions based on performance and feedback. It also identifies process improvements to streamline execution, increase efficiency, and reduce costs.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of project management experience in commercial manufacturing operations, sales, or a similar industrial role.
• Experience managing projects with multiple cross-functional stakeholders to deliver business results.
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, including ability to use data to drive decisions and improve performance.
• Excellent communication and collaboration capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated collaboration and ability to build strong partnerships across teams.
• Ability to leverage analytics for decision-making.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Adaptability in dynamic and evolving business environments.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, finance, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage cross-functional commercial projects in alignment with business goals and customer needs.
• Coordinate projects through the full lifecycle, from initiation and launch execution to monitoring and closure.
• Maintain clear communication with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Manage customer initiatives through internal systems, including private-label launches, product changes, exits, transitions, RFI reviews, and other requests requiring coordination.
• Lead collection and entry of data required by internal systems to execute launches and product changes.
• Serve as the key interface with the sales team and the main point of contact for project stakeholders.
• Hold stakeholders accountable for timely deliverables and updates, and resolve issues as they arise.
• Develop detailed project timelines and milestones; monitor progress, manage risks, and address potential delays to support on-time delivery within budget guidelines.
• Track project performance metrics, compile reports, and present updates to stakeholders.
• Provide actionable recommendations based on project performance and feedback.
• Identify process improvements to streamline project execution, enhance efficiency, and reduce costs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit programs, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k).
• Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Paid time off.
• Employee recognition and incentive programs.
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO) program and site engagement activities.
• Development opportunities to support career fulfillment.
• Smoke-free environment focused on health and wellness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level