Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Footprint
Job overview
The Program Manager at Footprint leads complex, cross-functional programs within the PMO to drive technology and product portfolio growth, ensuring impactful product launches aligned with business goals.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves defining and planning programs, leading cross-functional teams, managing stakeholder relationships, overseeing program governance, mitigating risks, managing budgets, optimizing processes, and engaging with customers to ensure successful program delivery.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA accounts, insurance protection like life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, flexible time off, paid holidays, sick leave, parental leave, and voluntary pet insurance. No relocation benefits are provided.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in project management, engineering, or related fields, PMP or similar certification, and 5+ years of program management experience in manufacturing or product development. Strong stakeholder management, financial acumen, communication skills, and proficiency in program management software are required. Preferred qualifications include experience in sustainable packaging, consumer goods manufacturing, 7 step problem solving, and managing global programs.
Company overview
Footprint is an innovative materials science company focused on creating sustainable packaging solutions that aim to reduce reliance on single-use plastics. They develop plant-based fiber technologies to produce biodegradable and compostable packaging products for various industries, including food and beverage. Founded in 2014, Footprint has rapidly grown by partnering with major brands to help them transition to eco-friendly packaging alternatives, thus generating revenue through these collaborations and product sales. Their mission is to create a healthier planet by eliminating plastic waste, and they have received recognition for their environmental impact and technological advancements.
How to land this job
Position your resume to showcase your expertise in leading complex, cross-functional programs and your ability to align program objectives with strategic business goals at Footprint.
Highlight your skills in stakeholder management, risk mitigation, financial acumen, and process optimization, emphasizing experience with program management methodologies such as Agile and Waterfall, and tools like Microsoft Project and Jira.
Apply through multiple channels including Footprint's corporate careers page, LinkedIn job postings, and industry-specific job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with current Footprint PMO team members or engineering and product management leaders; use ice breakers like commenting on recent product launches or asking about challenges in managing global programs to start conversations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'program governance,' 'stakeholder management,' 'risk and opportunity management,' 'financial forecasting,' and 'cross-functional leadership' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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