Project Manager, Technology

Who are we and what do we do?

 Fruit was just the beginning. Since our founding in 1999, we’ve evolved over 25 years into an industry leader and modern gifting destination for celebrating the moments that matter. In addition to a robust online e-commerce hub, our vast retail footprint includes nearly 1,000 locally owned and operated franchise locations globally.

With offerings that go beyond our iconic fresh fruit bouquets to include baked treats, fresh flowers, dessert boards, platters, and more, our vast collection of delicious treats and innovative gifts are perfect for treating yourself and others.

No matter the occasion or moment, there’s an edible® for that. 

Through all of our incredible years, we’ve remained committed to our 5Ps:

• Our promise–To WOW each and every customer.
• Our products–Natural, novel and delicious.
• Our places–Stores, vans and edible.com.
• Our People–Both our corporate and in-store employees.
• Our purpose–To celebrate what’s good in life.

Purpose & Impact

The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of our software development projects and be well-versed in agile methodologies, possess strong communication skills, with a proven track record of managing projects in the tech industry, particularly in Ecommerce and marketplace environments

What that looks like day to day:

1. Software Development Project Management: Lead and manage software development projects from initiation to delivery, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. 

1. Agile Methodology: Apply agile principles and practices to project management, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and facilitating daily stand-ups and retrospectives. 

1. Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, goals, schedules, resources, and risk management strategies. 

1. User Story Development: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into clear and concise user stories, acceptance criteria, and prioritized backlog items. 

1. Stakeholder Communication: Effectively communicate project status, updates, and risks to stakeholders across the organization, including executives, product owners, developers, and QA teams. 

1. Third-Party Integrations: Coordinate with third-party integrators and vendors to ensure seamless integration of external systems and services into our platforms. 

1. Ecommerce and Marketplace Expertise: Leverage expertise in Ecommerce platforms and marketplaces to understand unique business requirements, challenges, and opportunities, and tailor project approaches accordingly. 

Who you are:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field. 
• 5-7 years of experience in project management, preferably in the tech industry. 
• Proven experience managing software development projects using agile methodologies. 
• Strong proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g., JIRA, Trello, Microsoft Project). 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization. 
• Experience working with third-party integrators and managing vendor relationships. 
• Familiarity with Ecommerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento) and online marketplaces (e.g., Amazon, eBay). 

What We Offer: 

• Hybrid schedule (3 days in our Bryant Park office and 2 days remote) 
• Competitive Salary and Benefit plans 
• Healthcare Plan including health/dental/vision insurance 
• 401K Plan 
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Account 
• Life Insurance 
• Short- and Long-Term Disability 
• Paid time off 
• Paid holidays

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, and disability, status as a veteran, Vietnam Era Veteran, or being a member of the Reserves or National Guard.