Strategic Project Manager / Chief of Staff (hybrid)

Franke•Smyrna, TN

66d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and adaptable Strategic Project Manager / Chief of Staff to directly support the Division CEO in Smyrna in driving cross-functional, global, and high-impact regional initiatives. This role is a critical connector within the division, ensuring structured execution of strategic priorities, hands-on problem solving, and agile support across a dynamic set of topics-from project oversight and M&A activity to executive presentations and special initiatives. This is an ideal opportunity for a smart, analytically minded, and fast-learning professional early in their career who seeks exposure to global operations, senior leadership, and diverse business challenges.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Economics, or a closely related discipline from a recognized institution
2-5 years of hands-on experience in project management roles within matrixed organizations, management consulting firms, corporate strategy departments, or global operations teams
Proficiency in enterprise-grade project management platforms; Smartsheet experience strongly preferred.
Demonstrated exposure to mergers & acquisitions (M&A), strategic planning, or high-complexity, cross-functional project environments
Experience working in international settings or with geographically dispersed teams is highly desirable
Exceptional analytical and structured problem-solving skills; adept at breaking down complex challenges into actionable insights and solutions
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a proactive mindset and strong ownership of deliverables and timelines
Strong verbal and written communication skills; confident in presenting to and influencing senior stakeholders across business functions
Fast learner with a high degree of intellectual curiosity; thrives in dynamic environments and adapts quickly to new tasks and challenges
Comfortable working across diverse cultures, time zones, and organizational contexts; demonstrates sensitivity and inclusivity in global team interactions

Nice To Haves

Experience working in international settings or with geographically dispersed teams is highly desirable

Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Oversight
Own the tracking, coordination, and execution follow-up of division-wide strategic projects, using the Franke project management methodology and Smartsheet tools.
Serve as a hands-on project leader or project controller for critical regional projects with high business impact.
Ensure alignment across stakeholders and maintain structured documentation, status reporting, and risk tracking.
M&A Contribution
Support the Division CEO and business development teams on M&A pipeline activities, including opportunity assessment, business case preparation, and project management of key due diligence workstreams.
Strategic Problem Solver & Special Initiatives Deployment
Act as a versatile resource who can be rapidly deployed to address urgent, high-impact, or cross-functional business challenges.
Step into strategic initiatives or sensitive topics that require immediate structure, momentum, or executive-level oversight.
Executive Support (Non-Administrative)
Prepare presentation materials for the Division CEO and leadership team for global town halls, board briefings, strategic offsites, and investor or partner meetings.
Conduct analysis and build narratives to support strategic decision-making.
Business Insight & Liaison
Build a broad view of the business by interfacing with regional and global leaders.
Contribute thought leadership and structured input on division-wide topics, identifying improvement opportunities or synergies.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Vision, Dental, and more) starting day 1
Free onsite health clinic (located in our Smyrna, TN facility)
Free life insurance
401k match up to 4%
PTO and 11 paid holidays

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