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Commercialization Project Manager
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ChocXO Chocolatier
Rockwall, TX (In Person)
$90,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Company Overview:
Chewters Chocolates is a fast-growing, premium North American chocolate manufacturer redefining how modern food manufacturing is built and scaled. Privately owned, well-capitalized, and founder-led, we operate at the intersection of branded CPG, contract manufacturing, innovation, and sustainability — with the freedom to invest long-term and do things the right way. In the past year alone, we have: Scaled from one manufacturing site to three Expanded our brand portfolio, including the mission-driven Endangered Species Chocolate Invested heavily in new capacity, automation, and enterprise-grade systems Begun construction on a next-generation manufacturing campus in Rockwall, Texas Our manufacturing footprint includes: Delta, British Columbia- 60,000 sq. ft. fully automated, SQF Level 3 flagship Indianapolis, Indiana
- 35,000 sq. ft. facility, home of Endangered Species Chocolate Rockwall, Texas
- 225,000 sq.
The Role:
The Commecialization Project Manager is responsible for coordinating and executing branded innovation as well as all contract manufacturing projects . This role ensures that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in compliance with quality and regulatory standards. The Commercialization Project Manager will lead cross-functional teams to drive new product development, trials, and launches from concept through commercialization.Key Responsibilities:
Project Management Oversee PM function, helping ensure all projects are given detailed timelines, added to weekly discussions and all necessary internal follow-ups are tracked. Develop and manage all project plans, timelines, and milestones Track progress, prepare updates, and escalate risks or delays to leadership. Facilitate weekly project meetings with cross-functional teams (R&D, Supply Chain, Quality, Sales). Innovation Strategy Track consumer trends, category insights, and ingredient innovations to inform project pipeline Develop pipeline of innovation concepts and prepare business cases (timelines, costs, critical paths) to support category and customer needs. Plan launches to meet business objectives, testing with key customers and rolling out national launches on schedule. Coordinate preparation of materials to support new product introductions in collaboration with cross-functional teams. R&D / Product Development Translate innovation concepts into R&D prototypes, coordinate lab trials and scale-up testing, and prepare for tasting panel/customer review. Facilitate R&D planning and cross-functional discussions (costing, trials, priorities) to ensure alignment and remove roadblocks Manage technical documentation to support food safety, regulatory compliance, and customer requirements. Contract Manufacturing Oversight Act as the primary liaison for contract manufacturing partners, coordinating schedules, production trials, and commercialization activities. Ensure successful transfer of product formulations from R&D into commercial-scale production. Monitor production performance, troubleshoot issues, and escalate as needed. Track budgets, costs, and deliverables for all co-manufacturing projects.Candidate Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in marketing, supply chain, business admin, or a related field; MBA preferred Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in project management within food manufacturing, CPG, or contract manufacturing. Effective cross-functional leadership skills effective with both in-person and remote team members Strong organizational and time management skills, with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Effective communicator with strong interpersonal, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Experience working with R&D, innovation, or product development teams preferred. Knowledge of food safety, regulatory, and quality standards (Canada and U.S.) is an asset. Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar). Strong presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$80,000.00- $100,000.