Project Manager

Job Description:

Changing the World, One Kibble at a Time

Champion Petfoods is expanding! We are excited to announce we are looking for a Project Manager to join our rapidly growing company.

Champion Petfoods is an award-winning pet food crafter with a reputation of trust spanning 35+ years. From our humble beginnings, founded in a small town in Alberta, Canada, Champion – with its ORIJEN® and ACANA® brands – is a key player in the global premium pet food industry.

Our purpose, To Earn Pet Lover Trust Every Day so Pets Thrive for a Lifetime, provides the foundation for our highest aspirations as a company. Being a partner to the communities that surround us – and the environment that sustains us – are top priorities.

We would love to hear from you if you are passionate about personal and professional growth and see yourself as a key player contributing to our continued success as an award-winning company.

Here’s the scoop - Summary

The Project Manager plays a critical role in driving the successful execution of cross-functional product launch projects at Champion Petfoods.

This role is responsible for turning strategic concepts into operational plans, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

By coordinating stakeholders, managing risk, and maintaining clear communication, the Project Manager supports Champion’s continued growth and innovation in the premium pet food category.

The Project Manager will be working out of our Corporate Office Louisville, CO, USA.

What a typical day looks like:

Project Planning

• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders
• Develop comprehensive project plans including timelines, resources, and budgets
• Identify and sequence activities, dependencies, and milestones
• Secure stakeholder alignment and approval on project plans and schedules

Project Execution

• Lead cross-functional teams to execute project plans effectively
• Monitor day-to-day progress and adapt plans to ensure successful delivery
• Facilitate clear and timely communication among team members and stakeholders
• Ensure documentation and project records are accurate and up to date

Risk, Budget, and Quality Management

• Proactively identify and manage project risks, issues, and mitigation plans
• Track project budgets and report on variances, ensuring cost-effective execution
• Maintain high standards of quality across all deliverables and project phases

Stakeholder Communication

• Establish and maintain a communication schedule to update stakeholders
• Present project updates, risks, and decisions to leadership and other stakeholders
• Foster positive relationships with internal teams and external partners

Project Closure & Evaluation

• Conduct formal project closeout including lessons learned and performance evaluation
• Ensure deliverables meet business expectations and quality standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement of project management processes within the PMO

What are we looking for?

• College degree
• A minimum of five years’ experience on PMO.
• Project Management certification (PMP, CAPM, or equivalent) is an asset but not required
• Travel to off-site locations may be required. 

Skills

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Able to influence, align, and collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders
• Builds trust and maintains strong working relationships across the organization
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and a results-oriented mindset
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Proactive in identifying issues and finding creative, practical solutions
• Adaptable and flexible when faced with change or ambiguity
• Committed to continuous improvement and learning
• Positive, can-do mindset with a passion for delivering high-quality work
• Resilient under pressure and focused on solutions
• Team-oriented and motivated to contribute to Champion’s mission and values

What can you expect from Champion?

• Safety: a strong commitment to ensure all people are provided with a safe, healthy and respectful environment.
• Earnings: $85,000 - $105,000 USD annual salary, annual bonus eligibility, 401k with company matching.
• Industry Competitive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision and employee assistance programs to meet your individual or family needs.
• Continuing Education: In house & online learning & development, as well as an education assistance program.
• Quality: a dedication to uphold the highest standards of authenticity, nutritional integrity, and food safety, to earn the trust of Pet Lovers everywhere.
• Other Perks: Free bag of premium pet food each month.

What are you waiting for? Join the pack!

Come as you are.

We value diversity in all forms and know the power it can bring. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of views to be heard, and increases overall happiness. That sounds pretty good to us.

Champion is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of your race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, or any other creed, you are wanted here.

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The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between the range listed above, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, if eligible, including variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits.  Eligibility for these additional elements depend on the position offered and the employee’s work schedule (i.e., part-time schedule, store associate).  Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.