RBPRSLLC is looking for candidates to fill the position of Planning & Innovation Project Manager. On-Site position in Fullerton, CA. No visa sponsorships supported, no agencies please.
Top reasons to work for our client:
Great team environment!
Manager is well respected by team!
Inclusive Workplace
Awesome career development opportunities!
Full benefits
What you will be doing:
Oversee R&D and innovation projects, including management of the NPD stage-gate process.
Lead the overall R&D project management and product development aligned with business objectives.
Develop and manage the stage gate process of innovation from ideation through commercialization.
Maintain R&D project plans and monitor project work, identifying variances in timelines and budgets.
Communicate regularly with all stakeholders on project progress.
Develop partnerships with external innovation project partners, including co-packers.
Facilitate collaboration projects by assisting with communication between headquarters and stakeholders.
Assist with special R&D project assignments as needed.
Manage the R&D center budget and control monthly expenses.
Draft and assist with R&D's annual/midterm strategic planning and administrative management.
Monitor and report on R&D performance and industry trends.
Experience you will need:
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, food science, technology, industrial engineering, or a related field.
10-13 years of experience in marketing or product development within CPG food manufacturing.
5+ years in product development or NPD management.
CAPM certification preferred with CPG marketing or product development experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Intermediate proficiency in MS Office, Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Forward-thinking individual capable of driving innovation in a fast-paced environment.