Creative Project Manager

LaSalle Network has partnered with a dynamic and innovative player in the consumer packaged goods industry, specializing in the food sector, in hiring a Creative Project Manager .

They are committed to delivering high-quality products that resonate with consumers' tastes and preferences, and they are seeking talented individuals to join their team and contribute to their success.

This Creative Project Manager will oversee end-to-end management of creative projects for their food products. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in project management, preferably within the consumer packaged goods or food industry.

This role is a hybrid position based in the North Western Chicagoland suburbs, with 3 days a week in-office.

Creative Project Manager Responsibilities :

• Manage the entire lifecycle of creative projects from conception to delivery, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets and quality standards
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including marketing, product development, design and external agencies to drive project success
• Develop project briefs, timelines and budgets, and communicate expectations to stakeholders
• Coordinate with internal and external creative teams to develop assets such as packaging designs, marketing collateral and digital content
• Conduct regular project meetings to track progress, address issues and ensure alignment among team members
• Proactively identify risks and challenges, and implement effective mitigation strategies to keep projects on track
• Maintain clear and transparent communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status and milestones
• Evaluate project performance against key metrics, identify areas for improvement and implement process enhancements as needed

Creative Project Manager Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business or related field
• 2+ years of experience in project management, preferably in the consumer packaged goods or food industry
• Strong understanding of creative processes and best practices, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards
• Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Asana, Trello or Jira is a plus

If you are a creative and organized individual with a passion for project management and the food industry, we would love to hear from you! Please apply to this Creative Project Manager position today.

Thank you,

Lizzy Bann

Principal, Marketing Recruiting

LaSalle Network

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