Product Development Project Manager
Welcome to a better way, an authentic way. Welcome to Nature’s Way.
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Our reason for being, the purpose that inspires our work every day, is quite simple: Help people live healthy lives.
When we help people live healthy lives, we build a happier, healthier world for everyone.
How we go about our work drives TRUST in who we are, what we do, and the products we produce. That means something important to the world, and it means the world to us.
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Our products to be the gold standard
Our words to be true
Our claims to be honest,
Our actions to have integrity.
Together we work with an awareness of how even small actions affect others, an attitude of kindness and concern for each other, and a drive for action that helps people live healthy lives.
It’s the best way. The right way. The only way. Nature’s Way.
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SUMMARY
The Product Development Project Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating new product development and product improvement initiatives across the organization. This role requires a strategic mindset, strong collaboration skills, and the ability to manage multiple cross-functional teams and external partners. The Project Manager ensures that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with the company’s strategic, product, and cost objectives. The Project Manager’s primary function is to coordinate and be the central point of contact for all necessary internal cross-functional groups and external vendor activities to bring a project from concept to completion.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Other duties may be assigned as needed.
- Lead the coordination and execution of assigned project plans, ensuring each phase is delivered on time and within budget.
- Schedule and facilitate recurring project meetings with cross-functional team members designated by functional leaders.
- Monitor project progress and performance, providing timely updates and status reports to stakeholders.
- Proactively identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues to ensure successful outcomes.
- Foster a collaborative team environment that encourages open communication and creative problem-solving.
- Support the coordination and execution of projects involving external contract manufacturers, as assigned, working closely with relevant internal departments.
This position does not require supervisor responsibilities, however, must be able to effectively work with multi-functional teams in the organization who participate in project work by indirect reporting relationships. Responsibilities may include training, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising project team performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Science, Business, Manufacturing, or related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of project management experience in a manufacturing environment preferred but demonstrated experience in other industries will be considered.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification desired
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to make sound decisions independently.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Project, Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Willingness to travel as needed to support project execution
As a Nature’s Way employee, you’ll enjoy a wide variety of benefits that offer the support you need to truly live what you believe.
All benefits are effective on day ONE of your employment!
Medical Option to select either a PPO plan or one of 2 high – deductible medical plans that includes a company contribution to your personal health savings bank account.
Dental Delta Dental PPO & an option to select an enhanced dental plan.
Vision Routine preventative coverage under medical plan and an option to elect additional voluntary coverage
Time Off All employees receive 11 holidays off per year, as well as paid time off that starts at a minimum of two weeks per year.
401K Plan Company match of up to 4% as long as employees contribute a minimum of 6% to the account. An additional profit-sharing contribution is also made to employee accounts if the company meets its annual targets.
You’ll also enjoy a variety of other benefits that support your long-term health and wellness:
- Company provided short-term & long-term disability
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Voluntary critical illness & accident coverage
- New parent phase-in program & paternity leave
- Educational assistance reimbursement
- Product discounts & a wellness program
- Free Fitness Center
Start Helping People live Healthy lives today!
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)