Just Born, Inc. · 2 weeks ago
Associate Project Manager - New Product Development
Bethlehem, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expJust Born, Inc. is a family-owned candy manufacturer that has been creating joyful moments for generations. As an Associate Project Manager – New Product Development, you will help drive progress on strategic projects by leading key project workstreams and managing processes to ensure project delivery on budget and on time.
Food and BeverageManufacturingProduct Design
Responsibilities
Support and lead project planning, and execution activities
Maintain project management systems by ensuring accurate data, timely updates, and reliable reporting for leadership visibility
Lead weekly cross-functional meetings & project updates
Responsibility for integral parts of the stage gate process
Assist in resource allocation, alignment, and scheduling to optimize team efficiency and ensure project delivery on budget & on time
Strengthen connection points across project teams and executive leadership by delivering clear updates, surfacing feedback, and supporting effective decisions
Proactively identify potential risks & issues, escalating when needed, and identify / support mitigation strategies to keep projects on track
Drive adoption of best practices and identify continuous improvement opportunities in project management methodologies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
3+ years in project coordination, portfolio management, and/or project management
Experience working in cross-functional and/or matrixed environments
In-depth understanding of project management methodologies, data analysis, and Stage Gate processes
Ability to translate information across technical teams (R&D, Packaging, Operations) and commercial teams (Marketing, Sales)
Skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and various project management tools
Strong organization and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in dynamic settings
Comfortable analyzing information and proposing practical solutions
Proven ability to lead through influence & gain cross-functional buy-in
Preferred
Preferred project management experience in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), Food/Beverage, or Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)
Proven ability to build dashboards and reporting key performance metrics is a plus
Benefits
Competitive Compensation: Base salary, Achievement Awards, and generous 401(k) with company contributions.
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, HSA contributions, and flexible options.
Work/Life Balance: Hybrid work model, paid time off and holidays from day one.
Wellness & Growth: Onsite wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and Employee Assistance Programs
Company
Just Born, Inc.
Just Born, Inc. is a family-owned candy manufacturer that has been creating joyful moments for generations.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ronald Izewski
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Joane Hockenbury, SHRM-CP, PHR (she/her)
Senior Vice President & Chief Human Resource Officer
Recent News
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