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Associate Project Manager

Creative Werks
Village, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2025

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Job Summary :

creative werks (CW) partners with Top 100 food brands to bring their products to market through our design, co-packing and manufacturing services. As a member of the creative werks Client Services team, the Associate Project Manager is responsible for the day-to-day project management of assigned projects and clients. This position will work with internal and client stakeholders to elicit, validate, prioritize and document client and internal requests and assist in the development of executable solutions to resolve the business and client's production needs.

The person in this role will own a client(s) and / or business need following the sale cycle driving development, internal / external alignment, project delivery, and close (the end-to-end supply chain). The Associate Project Manager is the main point of contact and escalation for internal creative werks teams and assists in delivering creative werks operational excellence that meets and exceeds client expectations.

This position requires an elevated level of organizational, planning skills, attention to detail and holding all stakeholders accountable. Working the ability to balance multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, while creating an environment that motivates, inspires and respects others.

Responsibilities of the Position :

  • Ensure all projects / programs are completed on time and within scope and budgeted rate and allocated run time
  • Build and monitor timelines, progress, and keep internal / cross-functional stakeholders accountable and up to date
  • Communicate regularly with Sales on issues, challenges, and breakthroughs with projects.
  • Assist in and / or track and manage the end-to-end supply chain to meet all client and creative werks needs.
  • Initiate regular, detailed project status reports and follow through on project workflow challenges and quality assurance issues.
  • Ensure that project goals and objectives are accomplished according to time, cost, and performance standards.
  • Call and facilitate meetings as required, delegating tasks, and following up on progress.
  • Drive continuous improvement through curiosity of identifying areas of opportunities to drive measurable improvement followed by leading the process improvement initiatives. Progress should be tracked by identifying ideas and follow through until complete and delivered
  • Perform other duties as assigned by Management

Requirements

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

  • Practicing knowledge of Project Management philosophies; PMP certification preferred but not required
  • Working knowledge of manufacturing processes including raw materials, vendor supply, production processes, machinery, quality control, etc.
  • Exceptional written and verbal skills - able to interact effectively with all levels of the business, senior leadership and stakeholders that can pick up context quickly, navigate ambiguity and get to the heart of the solution
  • Demonstrated ability in thinking strategically, analytically and collaboratively with curiosity at heart
  • Ability to effectively train, coach, and mentor managers to drive world-class service and results
  • Self-starter attitude who can initiate and drive large initiatives from concept to completion
  • Education and Experience :

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Production Management or related discipline preferred; High School Diploma or GED required with 5 years of industry experience in lieu of degree
  • Experience with an MRP system (fully integrated manufacturing system that links project status to Accounting, Production, Shipping / Receiving, etc.)
  • Working Conditions :

  • Office setting and warehouse environment with temperature range of 55 - 80 degrees
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Operate standard office equipment
  • Reach with hands and arms
  • Lift up to 25 pounds
  • Benefits of Werking for CW :

  • Fun, creative, and inviting atmosphere - plus the perk of working with cool food brands!
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • 401K and company match
  • Hybrid work eligible after 90 days / onboarding complete (max 2 days per week)
  • Paid Time Off
  • On-site gym
  • Audible Subscription
  • Continuous learning and development opportunities
  • The approved annualized base compensation range for this role is established at $60,000 - $75,000. Final offer amounts will be determined based on candidate skills, qualifications, experience and domain expertise.

    Salary : $60,000 - $75,000

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