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American Sugar Refining, Inc. · 1 week ago

Program Manager, Innovation - Commercialization

West Palm Beach, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

American Sugar Refining, Inc. is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, and they are seeking a Program Manager for their Innovation & Commercialization team. This role oversees multiple projects from ideation to post-launch audits, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and goals while leading cross-functional teams to execute projects effectively.

AgricultureFood and Beverage

Responsibilities

Develop end-to-end detailed project plans and manage scope, schedule, and cost impacts

Identify and mitigate risks and issues proactively

Coordinate and lead project reviews with cross-functional teams to ensure deliverables meet quality, cost and time standards

Ensure accurate and timely updates of specifications in the PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) system

Provide clear project status updates, risk assessments, and timelines to key stakeholders

Facilitate effective communication amongst team members to ensure alignment and transparency throughout the process

Escalate risks or issues proactively with proposed mitigation plans

Identify improvement opportunities to increase efficiency in PMO processes and project execution

Support creation of PMO training documents for cross-functional teams involved in stage gate process

Qualification

Stage Gate ProcessMS ProjectProject ManagementPMP CertificationPLM SystemAdaptability/FlexibilityContinuous ImprovementEffective CommunicationProblem-SolvingTeamwork & Collaboration

Required

2 - 5 years of experience in Project Management processes

Clear understanding of Stage Gate Process

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Ability to manage change request and scope creep

MS Office literate, especially Office 365

Proficient in MS Project and project documentation tools

Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, or related field

Project management experience, preferably PMP certified

Business & Financial Acumen – Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the financial, accounting, marketing and operational functions of our organization; interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators

Effective Communication – Expresses ideas and information in a clear and concise manner by tailoring one's message to fit the interests and needs of the audience

Customer Orientation – Keeps internal and/or external customer(s) in mind at all times. Strives to proactively address customer concerns and needs. Assists business partners and customers to achieve their work goals via application of their own skills and knowledge; strives to provide consistent customer satisfaction

Problem-Solving – Anticipates, evaluates, diagnoses, and resolves problems in a systematic and fact-based manner

Teamwork & Collaboration – Creates a climate that fosters commitment to a common vision and shared values that promote cooperation and working together through trust and support of others

Establishes Trust – Gaining the confidence and faith of others by actions and words that promote being honest, forthcoming, integrous and vulnerable

Results Orientation & Accountability – Takes accountability, identifies, executes and drives actions to consistently achieve desired results

Adaptability/Flexibility – Maintaining effectiveness in varying environments and with different tasks, responsibilities and people

Continuous Improvement – Establishes methods and utilizes specialized techniques to monitor and improve performance of systems and processes

Self-Development – Seeks feedback on one's strengths and weaknesses and initiates activities to increase or enhance their knowledge, skills, and proficiency in order to perform more effectively or enhance their career