Project Manager Blount Fine Foods - 3.2 Warren, RI Job Details 12 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Vendor relationship building Presentations for conferences or internal meetings English Managing projects Stakeholder management Full Job Description Description Bringing our love of food to families for five generations! Blount Fine Foods is a family-owned and operated manufacturer, marketer, and developer of premium fresh prepared foods. We are an engaging team, bringing restaurant-quality products to America including single-serve grab-n-go fresh soups, mac & cheese, and entrées in grocery stores across the country, as well as for hot bars and restaurants. Help us create the finest food experiences including those with specialty certifications that include organic, gluten-free, and low sodium, among others. Join a proven team for growth, success, and a satisfying career! Summary Project Manager II is a senior-level project management professional responsible for independently leading complex, cross-functional projects within the Digital & Technology Portfolio. This role partners with Applications, Data & Integrations, ERP Team, Operational Technology, IT Operations, Business teams, and external vendors to define project strategy, manage risk, and deliver high-impact initiatives. Project Manager II operates with minimal oversight, manages projects with ambiguous or evolving requirements, and engages executive-level stakeholders. This role also contributes to the maturity of project management standards, mentors junior project managers, and supports vendor and contract management. This position supports multiple business areas within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Independently lead complex, cross-functional projects from initiation through closure, owning project strategy, approach, and delivery outcomes. Develop and maintain comprehensive project artifacts as defined in the Project Delivery Playbook Conduct cross-functional meetings to confirm requirements and drive alignment across stakeholders. Manage projects with ambiguous, evolving, or competing requirements — proactively identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies. Own vendor and contractor relationships for assigned projects, including coordination of SOWs, deliverables, and escalations. Lead change management planning and execution for system implementations and business process changes. Manage project budgets, track spending against forecasts, and report financial status to leadership. Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of PM delivery standards, templates, and governance practices. Mentor and provide guidance to Project Manager I resources on methodology, artifacts, and stakeholder management. Facilitate the adoption of new systems and business processes across the organization. Manage multiple concurrent initiatives of moderate-to-high complexity. Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent in a relevant field 3 - 5 years of PM Experience (Manufacturing Environment Preferred) Experienced in Waterfall, Hybrid, and Agile Methodologies PMP Certification Highly Preferred Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, including the ability to present to executive-level audiences. Intermediate project management skills with demonstrated ability to independently lead complex, cross-functional initiatives. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate information/data to make technology and process recommendations related to assigned projects. Proven ability to manage ambiguity, competing priorities, and evolving requirements.

Our Total Compensation Package Includes:

Medical, dental and vision benefits. 401k with Company match. Paid time off including vacation, sick time and holidays. Education Assistance Program. Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. Discounts on Blount products at Company retail locations Discretionary Annual Bonus Program.