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Come work with Tofurky! We are the nation's leading independent manufacturer of plant-based proteins and dairy-free cheeses. Our range of 35+ products can be found in over 25,000 grocery stores in North America, the UK and Australia. We're on a mission to dispel the myth that people have to choose between enjoying tasty food OR taking care of themselves and the planet. We can do both.
Tofurky is looking for a qualified and experienced NPD (New Product Development) Project Manager to join our team. This is a hybrid role, with at least 2 days a week working from our facility in Hood River, Oregon. Relocation is not available for this position.
What you'll do:
The ideal candidate will oversee the end-to-end new product development process, including managing internal go-to-market efforts and coordinating with co-manufacturers. Reporting to the Marketing department, NPD's Project Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the successful launch of new products, from concept to commercialization.
Responsibilities include:
Project Management:
Project Management:
- Lead cross-functional project teams through all phases of the NPD process, ensuring alignment with project schedules and objectives.
- Implement and manage phase-gate processes to drive efficient project execution and decision-making.
- Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource allocations to meet project objectives.
New Product Development:
- Collaborate with research and development, marketing, supply chain, operations, and quality assurance teams to define project scope, objectives, and success criteria.
- Drive innovation by identifying market trends, consumer insights, and the competitive landscape to develop compelling new product concepts.
- Manage the development and refinement of product formulations, packaging designs, and product specifications.
Marketing:
- Oversee internal marketing efforts, including production pilot runs, scale-up activities, and process optimization.
- Coordinate with co-manufacturers to ensure successful commercialization of new products, including technology transfer, production testing, and quality control.
- Monitor manufacturing performance and address any issues or deviations to ensure product quality and consistency.
· Cross-functional collaboration:
- Foster strong collaboration and communication between all internal and external stakeholders involved in the NPD process.
- Act as a liaison between Marketing and other departments to ensure alignment of project objectives with overall business objectives.
- Lead weekly status meetings and provide regular updates and reports on project status, risks, and opportunities to senior management and key stakeholders.
· Continuous improvement:
- Identify areas for process improvement and implement best practices to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the NPD process.
- Conduct post-launch evaluations and reviews to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement in future projects.
Ratings:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business or Marketing Preferred
- 3 to 5 years in a project management position within the consumer goods industry, preferably in new product development
- Strong knowledge of phase gate methodologies and project management tools.
- Experience working in an interdisciplinary manner with teams including research and development, marketing, supply chain, operations, and quality control teams.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Analytical mindset with a focus on problem-solving and decision-making.
- Proficiency in the MS Office suite and project management software.
Join us in our mission to bring innovative products to market and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our consumers. If you're a results-oriented leader with a passion for new product development, we want to hear from you!
At Tofurky, we don't all have the exact same beliefs about diet, sustainability, or what goes best with potato chips. We are not a monoculture (and we like it that way). But we can all stand behind our mission of respect: whether it's respect for our shared planet, for all species, for human health, or for our community and workforce.
Currently, The Tofurky Company does not support immigration processing or provide visa sponsorship. All applicants must be able to provide legal proof of their eligibility to work in the U.S.
How to apply: Submit your application and upload your resume online to https://tofurky.com/careers/
The Tofurky Company values a diverse workforce. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ community are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Tofurky Company provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to the requirements of federal law, The Tofurky Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, termination, retirement, transfer, absences, compensation, and training.
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