Strategy Project Manager, Strategy Support - Lakeland

Publix • Lakeland, FL

1d • $83,070 - $124,670 • Hybrid

About The Position

As an extension of the CEO's office, Publix's Strategy Support department helps leadership turn strategic priorities into well-executed outcomes that improve performance and enable long-term growth. The team clarifies priorities, aligns leaders and teams, and drives disciplined execution on important initiatives.

The Strategy Project Manager leads business-critical, cross-functional projects, bringing structure, momentum, and accountability to complex work. The role partners with leaders across business areas to manage multiple projects, translating goals into clear scopes, disciplined plans, and coordinated execution.

The position is based in Publix's corporate offices. Many corporate offices offer work from home up to one day a week, with policies varying by business area and discussed during interviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in business, psychology, accounting, engineering, or a related analytical discipline, or equivalent work, formal training, or certification experience.
• At least four years of work experience in a corporate environment, including at least two years managing projects at the individual or group level.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and persuade.
• Expertise in stakeholder mapping, navigating organizational dynamics, and using collaborative engagement approaches to build trust and alignment.
• Strong learning agility, including the ability to quickly assimilate complex information, conduct independent research, form and test hypotheses, and consider opposing viewpoints.
• Critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills, including experience synthesizing complex inputs into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Understanding of research methodologies, data synthesis, and evidence-based problem-solving techniques for project planning and operational improvements.
• Comprehensive knowledge of organizational and project management principles, including structured planning, sequencing short- and mid-term projects, and coordinating priorities across concurrent projects.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Project.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to travel occasionally with overnight stays and work a variable schedule, including extended hours, weekends, and holidays, as business needs require.
• Must be at least 20 years old, willing to operate a vehicle, and have driving record verified.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate degree in business, engineering, accounting, psychology, or a related analytical discipline.
• Five or more years of corporate work experience, including at least three years directly working in project management.
• Project management certification such as CAPM, PMP, PgMP, or Six Sigma.
• In-depth knowledge of organizational development principles and proven change management methodologies for leading multi-year, cross-functional transformation initiatives.
• Comprehensive understanding of the grocery and retail industry, including emerging trends, regulatory landscape, competitor strategies, and market disruptors.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Project.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of MS Power Apps and Power Automate.
• Knowledge of generative AI tools to drive innovation or process improvement.
• Knowledge of PowerBI reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams through the full project lifecycle.
• Build trust-based relationships and respectfully challenge assumptions.
• Apply structured problem-solving and project management methods.
• Maintain clear project plans, timelines, and reporting to provide transparency.
• Manage project scope, risks, and dependencies to support delivery.
• Communicate progress, risks, and decisions clearly to stakeholders.
• Prepare project scopes, decision documents, and executive-ready materials.
• Support change management and communication to enable adoption.

Benefits

• Year-end bonus of one month’s extra pay each year, prorated in the first year, if the associate remains employed through the bonus check issue date.
• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost.
• Opportunity to purchase additional shares of Publix's privately held stock.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Group health, dental, and vision plans.
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria.

What This Job Offers

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