Project Manager, PMO

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

The Project Manager, PMO plays a critical role in delivering complex, cross-functional initiatives that support divisional priorities. Positioned within the Divisional PMO, this role leads projects across a broad and diverse portfolio spanning engineering, operations, supply chain, and system-enabled initiatives.

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of assigned projects from initiation through close, ensuring alignment with divisional objectives and PMO standards.
• Deliver cross-functional initiatives spanning various functions and business objectives.
• Partner with business and technical stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, success criteria, and change impacts.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, dependencies, resource requirements, and decision points.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies; escalate proactively to drive timely resolution.
• Apply change management principles to support adoption of new processes, systems, workflows, and operating models
• Conduct change impact assessments and develop associated communication, stakeholder engagement, and readiness plans.
• Facilitate cross-functional alignment across engineering, operations, supply chain, and IT teams.
• Serve as a liaison between divisional business teams and the Corporate IT PMO for technology-enabled initiatives.
• Provide clear, concise, and consistent project reporting to stakeholders and leadership.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of PMO processes, tools, and best practices.
  
  
  

You are best suited for the role if you have the following experience, skills, and qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a project management or PMO role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Information Systems, or related field.
• Experience leading change-heavy initiatives such as process transformations, system implementations, or operational improvements.
• Exposure to manufacturing, engineering, or supply chain environments.
• Experience working in a matrixed organization supporting both business and IT stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of project management and change management fundamentals.
• Ability to manage both technical and non-technical projects effectively.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at multiple levels.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to connect project execution to business outcomes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with PM or BI tools is a plus.
  
  
  

We Support and Care for Our Employees by Providing Them With…

• Development opportunities that enhance their career fulfillment
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help them care for their families
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products
  
  
  

Salary range: $89,695-$117,725

Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training

The position follows a hybrid work schedule, with 4 days onsite and 1 days remote, based out of our Wauwatosa, WI office.

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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