Project Management Associate

Sabra makes America’s most iconic and beloved hummus and a delicious range of plant-based dips and spreads. We are dedicated to uniting and delighting the world around planet-positive food.

Sabra was founded in 1986 in Astoria, Queens and is headquartered in White Plains, New York. Sabra’s 500 team members proudly produce hummus in Chesterfield County, Virginia, taking great care to ensure the highest-quality hummus is ready to go home with you. From party time to snack time, Sabra is always a feel-good food.

Sustainability is in our roots. Sabra hummus is made with chickpeas grown on family-farms in the Pacific Northwest. The chickpea is not only a nutritional powerhouse but an agricultural treasure, pulling nitrogen from the atmosphere and depositing nutrients into the soil for future crops to consume, making the world a better place one chickpea at a time. Our commitment to the planet drives the ingredients we source, the products we produce, the choices we make and the way we engage with one another and with our community.

People are at the core of how we grow and create value; leading with diversity, equity and inclusion contributes directly to our shared success. We are always looking for talented people who share our passion for nourishing our bodies, our souls, and our communities. If you are interested in learning more about career opportunities at Sabra, visit our career site.

The Associate, Enterprise Project Management Office, will play a crucial role in supporting the Senior Project Manager in the planning, execution, and successful completion of projects within stringent deadlines and budget constraints.

The Associate will be instrumental in steering cross-functional working groups to drive the execution of strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, and meticulously tracking progress against established KPIs.

Key responsibilities include developing and maintaining project dashboards, conducting root cause analysis when targets are missed, and effectively managing key stakeholders to ensure project success.

This role demands a proactive individual with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to work collaboratively across various departments.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership capabilities, expertise in project management, and the ability to influence and drive cross-functional collaboration.

Dip Into Your Role

• Project Planning and Execution

  • Assist the Project Manager in developing comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies
  • Coordinate project activities and ensure all project phases are documented appropriately
  • Track project milestones and deliverables, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget

• Strategic Initiative Execution

  • Guide cross-functional working groups to drive the execution of strategic initiatives
  • Ensure alignment with strategic objectives and track progress against goals
  • Create and maintain project dashboards to monitor progress and performance

• Stakeholder management

  • Facilitate communication between project stakeholders, including internal teams and external partners, ensuring clear communication and alignment
  • Prepare and deliver project status reports, proposals, and presentations to senior leadership and other key stakeholders
  • Maintain strong relationships with all project stakeholders to ensure alignment and support

• Risk Management and Problem Solving

  • Identify potential project risks and issues and assist in developing mitigation strategies
  • Perform root cause analysis when targets are missed and develop corrective actions
  • Monitor and report on project risks and issues, escalating them to the Project Manager as necessary

• Continuous Improvement

  • Contribute to the development and implementation of project management best practices and tools
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and support the implementation of changes
  • Support change leadership and change management initiatives to drive organizational change
  • Lead relevant meetings and assign minute taking, and follow up with action items and on challenges raised until resolve

Recipe for Success

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Project Management, or a related field
• 2-4 years of experience in project management or a related role
• Advanced proficiency in project management tools (Microsoft Project, Asana, Jira, Sensei IQ)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to manage through influence
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with mastery of building PowerPoint decks
• Strong financial acumen with experience in modeling and scenario planning
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, projects, and team members with efficiency and precision
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively across various functions within a team environment
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent preferred
• Previous experience in technology, consumer goods, or retail industry preferred

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $100-$130k per year. Full-time employees are also eligible for performance-based bonuses and benefits. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as a final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, education, and location.

We celebrate an inclusive environment and provide equal opportunity for development and advancement. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran or uniform service member, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state and/or local law.

Salary : $100,000 - $130,000