Innovation Project Manager

Get to Know Us

Ken Grossman started Sierra Nevada in 1980 with a hand-built brewhouse and the odds stacked against him. That passion forever changed the course of American craft brewing and launched a beer revolution that's in full force today. Turns out, good beer can do a lot of good, and Sierra Nevada became a cornerstone for both its innovation and its care for the Earth and its people. We’re committed to advancing a culture of inclusion and believe diversity in all its forms makes us stronger. We keep pushing boundaries, whether that’s in the brewhouse, with sustainability, or in the great outdoors.

Get to Know This Role

The Innovation Project Manager is responsible for moving products forward through the stage gate process including owning project schedules, timelines, budgets and more. They will play a critical role in leading a cross-functional team to deliver new product offerings that will fuel future growth for the company. To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational and communication skills, command of project management processes and tools, and have a working knowledge of both the production and commercialization disciplines. They don't need to be an expert in every domain but must understand the basics to help bridge communication between technical and non-technical teams.

What's In It For You

We’re committed to our employees and work hard to prove it. For starters, we’re offering $95,726 to $147,897 base compensation for this role. Individual offers are based on skills, experience, and qualifications. This role may be eligible for our bonus program – inquire with our Talent Acquisition Partner for additional details.

But base pay is just the beginning. We support your future by offering a generous 10% company match on 401(k) contributions, providing learning and development opportunities, and fostering your safety at work with ongoing trainings, state-of-the-art equipment, and preventative care. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, an onsite medical clinic, as well as mental health and well-being benefits including paid sick leave. We foster a culture of work-life balance and always encourage employees to use and enjoy their paid time off.

What You Will Do

• Support the Sr. Director, Insights and Innovation and Brand Management in moving projects forward through the Stage Gate process from design to delivery
• Collaborate and share/lead best practices for project management across both marketing and brewing
• Develop detailed project schedules to ensure all deliverables are achieved and key milestones are met
• Maintain project updates in real time using our designated project management platform
• Organize regular status meetings with cross-functional team members to keep everyone on task
• Work with the brewing innovation team to help manage project priorities and assign resources
• Maintain project budgets and financial workbooks to ensure we are delivering profitable growth
• Collaborate with the Brand team to coordinate deployment of product test markets and launches
• Monitor weekly progress and keep an ongoing dashboard of where projects are at in their lifecycle
• Execute and oversee document management including project charters, new item request forms, etc.
• Listen actively and adapt messaging for different stakeholders to convey feedback and direction
• Hold team members accountable for delivering tasks and meeting expectations on time
• Establish trust by gathering input, assessing risk, managing expectations and making timely decisions

Please Apply if You Have

• Bachelor's Degree degree in marketing or related field OR any combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved required and
• Master's Degree preferred
• 5 years project management required and
• 2 years project management within the CPG industry required
• Experience working in a fast-paced, competitive environment
• Must have proven track record of successfully managing projects through a stage gate framework
• Experience working closely with cross-functional and production/operations teams
• Need to exhibit thorough knowledge of both the production and commercial processes
• Practice utilizing project management platforms and proficiency in Office 365 products
• Excellent communication skills and organizational abilities
• Ability to focus on details, as well as maintaining an eye on the high-level strategy
• Ability to multitask and pivot – focusing on several projects in different lifecycle stages simultaneously
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, learning-oriented culture

Additional Requirements to Consider Before Applying

• You must be at least 21 years of age to work for Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
• Selected candidate must pass a pre-employment, post offer background check
• Selected candidate must reside or relocate to Chico, CA

Before applying for this role, please review the full job description, including the physical demands and working environment: https://sierranevada.jdxpert.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=2&id=3702

** This position will remain open until filled; online applications will be reviewed weekly **

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer