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Join Shaw Bakers as We Grow!

Are you a Project Management Institute (PMI)-certified professional looking to make a significant impact in the food industry? We are seeking a dedicated Project Manager with at least 2 years of PMO experience and a passion for industrial processes to lead the development of traditional baked foods. If you have expert skills in Smartsheet and Asana and thrive in a dynamic environment, this role is for you.

This is a full-time onsite position at our headquarters in South San Francisco.

Your Role:

• Lead comprehensive project lifecycles for developing and launching traditional baked food products, from creative ideation to industrialization.
• Work closely with Product Development to convert innovative recipes into scalable manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with Operations to synchronize project plans with manufacturing possibilities, ensuring top-quality production aligned with food industry standards.
• Utilize Smartsheet or Asana for creating and updating project schedules, budgets, and tracking progress to guarantee timely project completions.
• Manage cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Operations, Marketing, and Quality Assurance, fostering alignment for successful project execution.
• Monitor project milestones and address risks proactively to keep projects on course, especially during the industrialization phase.
• Facilitate transparent communication among all stakeholders, providing consistent updates on project trajectories and outcomes.
• Ensure that all projects comply with food safety regulations and industry standards pertinent to baked goods.
• Apply your passion for industrial processes to optimize production workflows, enhancing the scalability of our products.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives in project management practices to support efficient industrialization of traditional baked foods.

About You:

• Certification: You are a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) through PMI.
• Experience: You have a minimum of 2 years as a Project Management Officer (PMO), preferably in consumer goods product development.
• Technical Skills: You possess advanced knowledge of Smartsheet and Asana for effective project planning and tracking.
• Industrial Interest: You demonstrate a strong interest in industrial processes, especially in food manufacturing and scaling production.
• Knowledge: You have a solid understanding of product development and industrialization phases, including formulation, packaging, and regulatory requirements for foods such as croissants and brioches.
• Collaboration: You can seamlessly work with Product Development and Operations teams to ensure effective industrialization while preserving product integrity.
• Soft Skills: You possess strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, adept at managing diverse teams and engaging stakeholders.
• Education: You hold a Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, Food Science, or a related area; an advanced degree is a plus.

About Us:

We are the craftsmen behind San Francisco's cherished bakery, La Boulangerie, embarking on an exciting expansion into the world of consumer packaged goods. Our journey began in 1996 under the expertise of French baker Pascal Rigo, establishing a renowned presence throughout California. Our mission is clear: to bring the delightful flavors of France to a wider audience with delicious, nutritious food.

Grounded in our Bay Area heritage, flourishing local cafes, and remarkable industry partnerships, we are taking bold steps into larger CPG and wholesale avenues. Our past successes with key players like Starbucks and our current alliance with Premium Brands exemplify our drive for creativity and innovation, ensuring our artisanal baked goods reach everyone.

We proudly manage branded products under La Boulangerie and private label items under Shaw Bakers, united under a single dynamic team. We are passionate bakers and innovators, dedicated to delivering a range of products, from breads and pastries to sandwiches and snacks, all while upholding French standards for quality and technique. Today, from our cafes to retailers across the Bay Area and beyond, our products like Croissant Toast and Ham & Swiss Croissants are ready to be enjoyed, and we're just getting started!