Senior Project Manager

Tyson Sales and Distribution•Springdale, AR

About The Position

The Senior Project Manager establishes, implements, and maintains project management practices across the organization. The role combines PMO governance with direct leadership of strategic projects, including innovation initiatives, compliance programs, and cost-saving opportunities. It ensures projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget while driving process improvement, standardization, and cross-functional collaboration. The position may lead PMO team members and indirectly guide project managers across multiple projects. Travel requirements vary by position and business unit. Candidates must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Professional team members are expected to use approved AI tools responsibly, safeguard sensitive information, follow company policies, and validate AI-generated outputs. People leaders are also expected to support responsible AI adoption and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, supply chain, computer science, or a related field.
At least 7 years of direct project management experience, including leadership of large, complex projects and PMO governance.
Experience developing and deploying project best practices and policies.
Strong organizational and detail management capabilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to influence and collaborate across multiple business units and geographies.
Skill in risk management and conflict resolution.
Advanced proficiency in MS Project and Microsoft Office Suite.
Willingness and ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, following company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
PMP or equivalent Project Management certification.
Familiarity with JIRA, SAP, and other enterprise systems.

Responsibilities

Define and document project lifecycle policies, methodologies, and success criteria.
Oversee project governance processes, including approvals, prioritization, and resource allocation.
Develop and deploy standardized tools, templates, and reporting frameworks for project execution.
Lead cross-functional teams through complex projects using stage-gate and best-practice frameworks.
Build and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and risk assessments.
Communicate expectations and progress clearly to stakeholders at all levels.
Identify and mitigate high-impact risks, and troubleshoot issues to maintain project momentum.
Conduct post-project reviews and make recommendations for continuous improvement.
Mentor and coach project managers and team leads.
Design and deliver training on project management standards.
Promote collaboration across multiple business units in a matrixed organization.
Perform other duties as assigned.