What are the responsibilities and job description for the Launch Program Manager position at Kellanova?
Innovate with us as a Launch Program Manager at Kellanova! We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities. You will play a key role in the overall management and success of multiple product improvements, relocations, and new launches that drive topline and bottom-line business results. Your capacity for problem-solving and risk anticipation will be key to your success. This position will be based out of Battle Creek, MI and will work in a flexible, hybrid model with weekly in-office days.
Imagine being the driving force behind bringing groundbreaking ideas to life, from conception to market launch. As a pivotal member of our team, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, spearheading the journey to transform concepts into reality. Specializing in frozen projects featuring iconic brands like Eggo and Morningstar Farms, you'll play a vital role in facilitating every step of the innovation process.
A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing
Leadership and Development – You will develop, organize, manage, and execute complex projects, while delivering to cost, schedule, and performance. In addition, you will provide leadership and direction to cross-functional project teams and executives. Demonstrating leadership within Portfolio and Program Management, you will support the company philosophy and direction within that discipline. This will include coaching others on best practices.
Innovation – This position ensures the Innovation Process and enables the completion of key activities. This is critical so that Senior Management has appropriate information to make timely decisions at each critical gate for both top and bottom-line goals. Additionally, you will be exhibiting innovation in discovery, advancement, and evaluation of timely and cost-effective new approaches, concepts, developments, or technical insight.
Proactive Approach – You will proactively address potential issues or technical issues within projects and programs. You will ensure contingency plans are available from each respective function as required. This will be done while producing and executing schedules, managing milestones and technical details. This is all key to effectively meet company commercial launch targets.
Building Effective Teams – You will play a key role in setting goals, expectations and communicating updates. The ability to drive engagement among your team members and progress toward the team’s goals is critical for success.
We’re Looking for Someone With
Bachelor’s in Science, Engineering, Business, or related field and experience in R&D, Engineering, Operations or Business Management at a Consumer-Packaged Goods Company (CPG).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex detailed information to multiple individuals/audiences with differing knowledge levels.
Negotiation and alignment driving skills are key.
Significant experience with innovation management as a functional team member.
What's Next
After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.
Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email USA.Recruitment@Kellanova.com .
If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. Visit our benefits page & be sure to ask your recruiter for more specific information.
Get to Know Us
At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands includes Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Crunchy Nut, among others.
Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.
Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.
The future is full of flavor at Kellanova.
Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity,
Imagine being the driving force behind bringing groundbreaking ideas to life, from conception to market launch. As a pivotal member of our team, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, spearheading the journey to transform concepts into reality. Specializing in frozen projects featuring iconic brands like Eggo and Morningstar Farms, you'll play a vital role in facilitating every step of the innovation process.
A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing
Leadership and Development – You will develop, organize, manage, and execute complex projects, while delivering to cost, schedule, and performance. In addition, you will provide leadership and direction to cross-functional project teams and executives. Demonstrating leadership within Portfolio and Program Management, you will support the company philosophy and direction within that discipline. This will include coaching others on best practices.
Innovation – This position ensures the Innovation Process and enables the completion of key activities. This is critical so that Senior Management has appropriate information to make timely decisions at each critical gate for both top and bottom-line goals. Additionally, you will be exhibiting innovation in discovery, advancement, and evaluation of timely and cost-effective new approaches, concepts, developments, or technical insight.
Proactive Approach – You will proactively address potential issues or technical issues within projects and programs. You will ensure contingency plans are available from each respective function as required. This will be done while producing and executing schedules, managing milestones and technical details. This is all key to effectively meet company commercial launch targets.
Building Effective Teams – You will play a key role in setting goals, expectations and communicating updates. The ability to drive engagement among your team members and progress toward the team’s goals is critical for success.
We’re Looking for Someone With
Bachelor’s in Science, Engineering, Business, or related field and experience in R&D, Engineering, Operations or Business Management at a Consumer-Packaged Goods Company (CPG).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex detailed information to multiple individuals/audiences with differing knowledge levels.
Negotiation and alignment driving skills are key.
Significant experience with innovation management as a functional team member.
What's Next
After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.
Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email USA.Recruitment@Kellanova.com .
If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. Visit our benefits page & be sure to ask your recruiter for more specific information.
Get to Know Us
At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands includes Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Crunchy Nut, among others.
Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.
Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.
The future is full of flavor at Kellanova.
Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity,
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