Project Manager, Product Commercialization

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and forward thinking Project Manager to fulfill a 13-month, HYBRID contract and partner their skills with a global cannabinoid company (located in Stayner, ON) committed to advancing cannabis research, technology and product development. As the Project Manager, Product Commercialization, you will be responsible for the successful execution and implementation of new product launch projects. building large multidisciplinary project schedules, leading team resources from across the organization to ensure project objectives are delivered on-time and on budget according to defined scope, timeline and cost parameter, and collaborating cross-functionally to overcome obstacles across the course of the projects.

This role offers

• $85,000- $95,000k/annum
• Hybrid
• Benefits immediately
• Vacation entitlement
• Day hours (40 per week)
• Collaboration with top industry professionals

What you’ll be doing

• Engage in the innovation and product development process from idea, concept, development, and commercialization, to launch
• Lead multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring projects stay on schedule and to budget, through utilizing efficient planning, strong communication, leadership, and prioritization skills
• Develop and execute communication to all stakeholders including leading and facilitating team meetings, status reports, and risk identification
• Manage the constraints of the project parameters (cost, time, scope, quality)
• Track key project milestones and adjust project plans and/or resources to meet conditions
• Develop and track the budget for innovation and product development driven projects
• Develop, shape and continually evolve the project management discipline (with focus on innovation), including the development of gold standard tools, templates, and processes
• Coach, mentor, and train both staff and leaders throughout the organization on the use of project management tools and techniques, as well as standard methodologies
• Ad hoc duties as required

What you bring to the role

• Undergraduate or College Degree required
• Project Management or other relevant Professional designations is an asset (PMP, Black Belt, Six Sigma)
• 4+ years’ experience of on-the-job project management experience, leveraging project management tools and techniques
• Experience in relevant consumer products industries (e.g, Consumer Packaged Goods, Pharmaceuticals, Adult Beverage/Alcohol industries, etc.) is preferred
• Cannabis industry, an asset
• Technical knowledge and experience (R&D, Engineering, Operations, Supply chain, etc.) preferred
• Experience using Microsoft Project is preferred
• Proven track record of managing multiple large multidisciplinary projects simultaneously while staying on schedule and within budget
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and direct teams, and use conflict resolution tools and techniques
• Working knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques
• Experience in workflow process mapping
• Ability to engage stakeholders and collaborate at all levels of the organization and across all functions (sales, marketing, finance, supply chain, R&D/PD, operations, procurement, legal, quality, regulatory, etc.)
• Demonstrated skills in coaching, mentoring, teaching, facilitation, and team building
• Proven negotiation skills
• Effective communication and presentation skills

Interested? Follow the instructions to Apply NOW to submit an up-to-date resume and covering letter summarizing qualifications and experience to support your application.

Questions? Call 705-408-0313 for more information.

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About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.