Sr. Analyst, Process & Portfolio Management

Constellation Brands•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Senior Analyst, Process & Portfolio Management will be responsible for supporting innovative initiatives (new product development, line expansions, package changes, etc.) through the Stage Gate Process. This role will work on several different types of product launches and will utilize formal project management methodologies to lead projects. This position partners with Project Managers and internal partners to follow the Stage Gate process and handles detailed steps and deliverable for all stages of assigned projects. This person will also handle tasks and content within Constellation’s project and portfolio management system and provide project updates as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree required
Experience: 4-8 years in business role
Demonstrated skill and success at Project Management and/or Certification in Project Management
Project management experience preferred, including new product development and execution experience.
Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently with shifting priorities.
Strong relationship management skills
Successful in solving problems and consulting with cross-functional business partners.
Demonstrated organization skills, attention to detail, and timeline management.
Excellent written and presentation skills.
Willingness to work successfully in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
Ability to travel to sites as needed.

Nice To Haves

MBA or MS degree would be nice to have but not required.
CPG or Beverage industry experience
Standout Colleague (“Can-do” Attitude)
Results Oriented
Problem Solver
Excellent Presentation Skills
Effective at navigating change and working “outside” the box
Strong relationship builder
Keen Attention to Detail
Strategic and Process driven mind set

Responsibilities

Develop project timelines, outline resources, and demonstrate an understanding of interdependencies between tasks throughout the process of commercializing a new item.
Shepard low to medium complexity projects through the Stage Gate process, and compile postmortems for review.
Lead cross-functional meetings outlining action items for follow ups as guidelines for the core project team(s).
Coordinate cross-functional input (ex.: R&D, finance, supply chain, insights, marketing) for new projects.
Facilitate project communications (project status, action items, achievements) to key partners and ensure teams are responsible for completing tasks at hand.
Work to address the various needs, concerns and expectations of the partners in planning and executing the project.
Understand hurdles to a project’s success and work with project teams and cross-functional business partners to propose resolutions.
Ensure gate deliverables and updates for the Monthly Stage Gate meetings are delivered timely and accurately for his/her projects.
Establish and maintain meaningful relationships throughout cross-functional teams.
Consult on continuous/process improvement initiatives and opportunities