Planning Project Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure all supply chain and production commitments are achieved.
• Develop and maintain material and capacity strategies for all phases of business planning.
• Collaborate with Sales, Procurement, and Logistics to align forecasts, capacity, and order fulfillment goals.
• Ensure all proposed programs include accurate budgets, schedules, and make/buy plans prior to execution.
• Manage end-to-end supply chain program execution, including resource planning, forecasting, risk management, and supplier performance tracking.
• Develop and maintain production plans and schedules to optimize efficiency and minimize lead times.
• Maintain capacity models for both current operations and long-term strategic planning.
• Oversee and guide project teams to ensure timely execution of deliverables, adjusting plans as needed to meet deadlines.
• Collaborate with domestic and international manufacturing sites on production sourcing and material planning.
• Plan and coordinate the timely sourcing of raw materials based on purchase orders and sales forecasts.
• Work closely with Operations to align staffing, production, and logistics needs.
• Identify and mitigate project risks through proactive contingency planning.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards, timelines, and stakeholder expectations.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 5 years of experience in food manufacturing (mandatory) within supply chain, production planning, or program management.
• Strong understanding of procurement, manufacturing, and subcontractor execution workflows.
• Experience with integrated planning and production management systems.
• Knowledge of production line setup, scheduling, and process optimization.
• Exceptional organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Proven success in managing complex, multi-site projects from initiation to completion.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% (as required for plant visits within Virginia or nearby regions).

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $84,790.66 - $102,113.49 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Work Location: Remote