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Seventh Generation's Project Management Office assists the business with the application of processes, methods, skills, knowledge, and experience to help individuals and teams to achieve their objectives to the best of their ability. This position will provide project management leadership across home care categories. It is a critical liaison between cross-functional teams and the Seventh Generation leadership team. As such, this role requires leadership in and of itself, and the ability to upwardly manage senior level stakeholders. We support business leaders in Innovation & Renovation Project Management, including facilitating stage gate processes, project networks and workflows, and risk management. Additionally, we support the business through leading Portfolio Management, Change Management and SME Training on product development teams. We also support in up-skilling employees in project management and team communication.
Who You Are & What You'll Do
What You'll Need To Succeed
Pay: The pay range for this position is $83,200 to $124,700. Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.
Bonus: This position is bonus eligible.
Long-Term Incentive (LTI): This position is LTI eligible.
Benefits: Unilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Unilever is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check.
If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at NA.Accommodations@unilever.com. Please note: This email is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses.
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Seventh Generation's Project Management Office assists the business with the application of processes, methods, skills, knowledge, and experience to help individuals and teams to achieve their objectives to the best of their ability. This position will provide project management leadership across home care categories. It is a critical liaison between cross-functional teams and the Seventh Generation leadership team. As such, this role requires leadership in and of itself, and the ability to upwardly manage senior level stakeholders. We support business leaders in Innovation & Renovation Project Management, including facilitating stage gate processes, project networks and workflows, and risk management. Additionally, we support the business through leading Portfolio Management, Change Management and SME Training on product development teams. We also support in up-skilling employees in project management and team communication.
Who You Are & What You'll Do
- Collaboratively lead the product development process in a dynamic work environment.
- Partner with Project Leads and other cross-functional team members to define project scope, action standards, CapEx requirements, quality plan, supply chain considerations and other applicable criteria.
- Build & manage comprehensive project plans ensuring that work is completed on schedule and within scope.
- Effectively communicate with team members and stakeholders.
- Plan and facilitate recurring project team meetings and publish relevant information for all active projects.
- Successfully collaborate with partners inside Seventh Generation/Unilever, including leaders from R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing, Sales, Operations, Finance and Quality.
- Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks, and develop contingency plans.
- Aid Brand Leaders with execution of the Portfolio Development Strategy, inclusive of building our Strategic Product Plan, Innoflex and Gate management
- Provide data analytics on current product portfolio as needed.
- Be an expert in our PM software, WorkFront, and Unilever's Product Development process, Innoflex.
- Work with the Manager, PMO & others to upgrade and implement processes and procedures to support product introductions and transitions.
- Work with individuals to train and coach in effective team communication and project management practices.
- Ensure project documents are complete, current, and shared appropriately.
What You'll Need To Succeed
- 4+ years of project management experience. Experience in a consumer-packaged goods or international team setting a plus with PMP certification a plus.
- Background in leading complex projects.
- Self-motivated, creative & effective problem solver.
- Highly organized with a strong attention to detail and ability to effectively manage multiple tasks.
- Process-oriented, yet flexible and at navigating around the system if necessary.
- Mastery of schedule and timeline management.
- Familiarity with Agile and Scrum Methodologies.
- Demonstrated success leading and working within cross-functional teams.
- Team player with a positive attitude and a capacity for rapid change.
- Ability to understand and consider financial scenarios (e.g. product P&Ls, ROI analyses, etc).
Pay: The pay range for this position is $83,200 to $124,700. Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.
Bonus: This position is bonus eligible.
Long-Term Incentive (LTI): This position is LTI eligible.
Benefits: Unilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Unilever is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check.
If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at NA.Accommodations@unilever.com. Please note: This email is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses.
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