[Remote] Project Manager - Ventures Procurement
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Stefanini Group is a global provider of outsourcing and IT digital consulting services, and they are seeking a Project Manager - Ventures Procurement. The role involves leading productivity projects focused on raw materials and packaging, driving cost savings and efficiency improvements through supplier and supply chain changes.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end productivity projects involving supplier changes, supply chain optimization, and specification modifications for raw materials and packaging
- Support development of and maintain detailed project plans with clearly defined milestones, timelines, and deliverables in line with expected ATO dates
- Identify risks, dependencies, and critical path items; proactively develop mitigation strategies
- Identify suppliers to meet specifications aligned with R&D
- Engage and align cross-functional partners (e.g., R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, Regulatory) to deliver key milestones
- Facilitate working sessions and drive accountability across stakeholder groups in conjunction with PCM organization
- Remove barriers and escalate issues as needed to keep projects on track
- Continuously evaluate and validate the financial viability of each project throughout its lifecycle
- Track projected savings vs. actuals and flag deviations early
- Prepare business cases and financial analyses to support decision-making
- Provide regular status reports to upper management on project progress, risks, and financial performance
- Prepare and present approval requests to senior leadership at key decision gates
- Maintain clear documentation and audit trails for all project decisions
Skills
- Proven experience in project management within procurement, supply chain, or CPG/manufacturing environments
- Strong understanding of raw materials and/or packaging sourcing and specifications
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams without direct authority
- Financial acumen – ability to build and assess business cases, track savings, and evaluate project ROI
- Excellent communication and presentation skills for executive-level reporting
- Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies
- Experience in a Ventures, innovation, or high-growth business environment
- PMP, Six Sigma, or equivalent certification
- Background in supplier transitions, specification changes, or reformulation projects
- Familiarity with stage-gate or similar project governance frameworks
Benefits
- Open to fully REMOTE candidates in EST / CST but local to East Hanover, NJ is preferred
- Monday-Friday 8 hours per day
- W2 option
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