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Project Plant Manager

Cookeville, TN · On-site

CA$85K - CA$100K/yr

Qualifications · Bachelor's degree in Engineering · 3-7+ years of project management experience, preferably in food, beverage, dietary supplements, or consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturing ...

IT Project Manager

Clarksville, TN · On-site

$85K - $101K/yr

IT Project Manager Contract: 12 Months Onsite Local Candidates Nashville, TN Seeking an experienced ... CPG) strongly preferred • Exceptional stakeholder management and executive communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools * Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Wix, or similar platforms is a plus * Beverage, CPG, food, or distributor/channel marketing ...

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools * Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Wix, or similar platforms is a plus * Beverage, CPG, food, or distributor/channel marketing ...

Associate Brand Manager

Franklin, TN · On-site

$85K - $111K/yr

Other relevant CPG experience considered. * Experience supporting brand strategy development and ... Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities ...

Associate Brand Manager

Franklin, TN · On-site

$85K - $111K/yr

Other relevant CPG experience considered. * Experience supporting brand strategy development and ... Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities ...

Strong project management skills with the ability to set priorities * Excellent written and oral ... Manufacturing experience within CPG Industry * Bachelor's degree What will be your key ...

Associate Brand Manager

Memphis, TN · On-site

$89K - $117K/yr

Unlike larger, more specialized CPG marketing teams, this role is intentionally broad in scope. You ... Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timelines, details, and deliverables are executed ...

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Cpg Project Manager information

What is the difference between Cpg Project Manager vs Cpg Product Manager?

AspectCpg Project ManagerCpg Product Manager
Primary FocusManaging project timelines, budgets, and execution of CPG product developmentDeveloping product strategies, overseeing product lifecycle, and market positioning
Required SkillsProject management, supply chain coordination, cross-functional collaborationMarket research, product design, customer insights, strategic planning
CertificationsPMP, Agile certifications often preferredProduct management certifications like AIPMM or Pragmatic Marketing
Work EnvironmentCross-functional teams, manufacturing facilities, suppliersMarketing, R&D, sales teams, customer engagement

The Cpg Project Manager primarily focuses on executing and managing specific projects within the CPG industry, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. In contrast, the Cpg Product Manager concentrates on developing and managing the overall product strategy, market positioning, and lifecycle. Both roles require collaboration across departments but differ in scope and strategic involvement.

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Commercialization Project Manager

Sterling Engineering Inc.

Knoxville, TN • On-site

$145K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Commercialization Project Manager
Location: Knoxville, TN
Hire Type: Direct Hire, Onsite
Target Compensation: $145,000 base salary + annual bonus
Travel: Est. 10–20% (mostly local)
Benefits: Full employee benefits, company-funded pension plan, relocation assistance
Job Summary:
Sterling Engineering is partnering with Bush Brothers & Company to hire a Commercialization Project Manager to lead new product commercialization projects from concept through market launch. This role serves as the project leader for cross-functional teams responsible for bringing new products from development into full-scale manufacturing. You'll manage the entire product lifecycle, partnering with Engineering, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory, Marketing, and Sales to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and ready for successful launch. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced project manager who enjoys leading complex initiatives, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating across multiple business functions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Must Have Skills:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Food Science, or a related technical discipline
  • 8+ years of project management and product commercialization experience within manufacturing
  • Experience leading New Product Introduction (NPI) or commercialization projects from concept through launch
  • Strong cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience with Stage-Gate product development processes
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Project or similar project management software
  • Preferred:
  • Food & Beverage or Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) manufacturing experience
Job Duties:
  • Lead cross-functional commercialization projects through the full product lifecycle, from concept development to commercial launch.
  • Develop and manage project plans, schedules, milestones, budgets, and critical path activities.
  • Coordinate Engineering, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory, Marketing, and Sales teams to ensure project success.
  • Drive manufacturing readiness, pilot production, process scale-up, and production launch activities.
  • Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve issues that impact project timelines or objectives.
  • Facilitate Stage-Gate reviews and communicate project status to leadership and key stakeholders.
  • Partner with manufacturing teams to ensure successful knowledge transfer and operational readiness.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen commercialization processes and project execution.
  • Travel 10–20% to manufacturing facilities as needed.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Food Science, or related technical field (required)
  • 8+ years of experience in project management, commercialization, engineering, or manufacturing
  • Proven ability to lead complex cross-functional projects in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, commercialization, and product launch processes
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
  • Food manufacturing experience strongly preferred
  • PMP certification
  • Lean Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement certification


Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.