Associate Product Development Project Manager I

Qualifications: 

· Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, Business, Project Management, or a related field preferred.

· 3+ years of experience in food product development, R&D, QA, project management, operations, or a related food industry role.

· Experience in food manufacturing, commercialization, or project management highly preferred.

· Familiarity with product specifications, costing, ERP systems, customer portals, or food regulatory requirements is a plus.

· Strong organizational, prioritization, time-management, communication, and problem-solving skills.

· Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

· Spanish proficiency is a plus but not required

Key Skills & Attributes: 

· Project Management: Able to manage multiple projects (25+), timelines, and priorities.

· Prioritization: Able to focus on the highest-value work and meet deadlines.

· Ownership: Takes accountability, follows through, and communicates proactively.

· Organization: Plans ahead and keeps projects, tasks, and information organized.

· Detail-Oriented: Accurately reviews information and follows established processes.

· Proactive & Resourceful: Anticipates issues, takes initiative, and finds solutions.

· Adaptable: Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with changing priorities.

· Collaborative & Communicative: Works effectively across teams and clearly communicates project status and needs.