Project Manager

Ocean Spray Cranberries Inc

Lakeville, MA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$116,300–$145,400 Per Year
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Benchmarking, Beverages, Business Strategy, Coaching, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Decision Support, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Employee Assistance Plan, Establish Priorities, Finance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Follow Through, Identify Issues, Leadership, Life Insurance, Matrix Management, Multitasking, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project Development, Project Execution, Project Lifecycle, Project Planning, Project Portfolio Management (PPM), Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Research & Development (R&D), Risk Analysis, Scholarship, Supply Chain, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Vision Plan, Waterfall Model of Software Development
LOCATION
Lakeville, MA
POSTED
7 days ago

Ocean Spray is hiring for a(n) Project Manager! We're a team of farmers, thinkers, creators, and doers. Whatever your title, whatever your role - it always comes back to this: we're a farmer-owned co-op where everyone rolls up their sleeves to get the job done. Three maverick farmers started it all - and we've been making our own way ever since.

Position Location: We're all about flexibility! This will be a hybrid role based out of our corporate headquarters in Lakeville, MA with Mondays and Fridays remote.

Ocean Spray is a farmer-owned cooperative built on collaboration, accountability, and delivering results that matter. Our Enterprise Project Management team partners closely with functional leaders to help turn priorities into action-driving clarity, alignment, and disciplined execution across initiatives.

We are seeking a Manager, Project Management, to lead the execution of projects and portfolio management of the USA Beverage business. This role is highly execution-focused, partnering day-to-day with leaders and cross-functional teams to ensure initiatives are delivered on time, on scope, and with intended impact.

A Day in the Life...

  • Manage the end-to-end execution of function-specific projects or workstreams within the USA Beverage portfolio
  • Serve as a trusted partner by providing portfolio visibility, enabling informed prioritization decisions & guiding project initiation, sequencing & trade off conversations.
  • Lead, coach, and develop associate project manager(s) within the beverage team
  • Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and milestones; track progress and drive follow-through
  • Ensure scope, risks, dependencies, and outcomes are actively managed throughout the project lifecycle
  • Partner closely with functional stakeholders to understand priorities and translate them into practical execution plans
  • Coordinate across cross functional teams to align resources, manage interdependencies, and resolve issues
  • Facilitate project meetings, working sessions, and decision forums to maintain momentum and clarity
  • Identify risks, issues, and potential roadblocks early; escalate appropriately with clear data and observations
  • Provide clear, concise project updates to stakeholders and leadership
  • Maintain accurate project documentation, status reporting, and lessons learned
  • Identify opportunities to improve project practices, governance and cross functional ways of working
  • Evaluate assumptions, identify execution risks and recommend alternative approaches to improve project outcomes
  • Translate complex information into practical insights that support timely decision making

What We Are Looking For:

Required

  • 5+ years of project management experience, preferably supporting initiatives within a functional or business domain
  • Experience working on cross-functional teams in a matrixed organization
  • Understand business objectives and connect project execution to organizational strategy
  • Strong execution mindset with attention to detail and follow-through
  • Ability to anticipate future risks, opportunities, & requirements guiding cross functional teams to proactively prepare for what's ahead
  • Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and dependencies simultaneously
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills and comfort operating in evolving environments
  • Sound judgment and emotional intelligence when navigating ambiguity and change

Preferred

  • Experience supporting functional areas such as Commercial, R&D, Operations, IT, Supply Chain, Finance, or Corporate Services
  • Familiarity with project delivery methodologies (waterfall, agile, hybrid)
  • Exposure to transformation initiatives, systems implementations, or process improvement efforts

Education:

Bachelor''s or University Degree (Required) Master''s Degree (Preferred)

Work Experience:

At least 5 Years of Experience

Annual Salary:

$116,300 - $145,400

The base salary range information above serves as a guideline of the position's typical hiring range. We value and appreciate what makes you unique and will consider a variety of factors when determining an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to, your skills and experience, external and internal benchmarks, as well as overall company considerations. Certain positions may be eligible for short-term and long-term incentive rewards. We also offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well-being.

Benefits:

  • Complete insurance package on Day-1 that includes a plethora of health and wellness programs

Health, Dental and Vision insurance

  • Health savings account

  • Flexible spending account

  • Life and accident insurance

  • Employee assistance program

  • Telehealth services

  • 1:1 health coaching

  • Supportive benefits for all the stages of your life

  • 401(k) with up to 6% Company matching; additional potential discretionary match at year-end

  • Short-Term Incentive/Performance bonuses

  • Flexible scheduling options

  • Vacation pay, up to three weeks of time (pro-rated for your first year of employment)

  • Holiday pay for 12 holidays

  • Career development and growth opportunities

  • Tuition/Education assistance programs

  • Access to LinkedIn Learning

  • Scholarship programs for children of employees

  • Parental leave

  • Bright Horizons Family Solutions - Back-up care, tutoring, etc.

  • Adoption assistance

  • Bereavement leave

  • Up to $300 fitness reimbursement

  • Up to $300 massage reimbursement

  • Employee appreciation events

  • Employee discounts

  • Charitable giving

Who We Are:

You might have our iconic cranberry juice in your fridge or have gotten into heated holiday debate about what's better - canned or fresh cranberry sauce. But did you know that the hardworking people growing the superfruit in our products are 700 family farmers that own our cooperative? They entrust us with what is most precious to them to create new and innovative products that will delight consumers and grow this beloved brand today and into the future.

Team members, farmers, consumers and communities alike--we value what makes us unique and strive to connect our farms to families for a better life by living our values:

  • Grower Mindset - We embrace our grower-owners innovative spirit and heritage through confidence, learning and focus on the future.
  • Sustainable Results - Guided by purpose, we are focused on delivering results for our grower-owners.
  • Integrity Above All - We are ethical, doing the right thing for our grower-owners, customers, consumers and each other
  • Inclusive Teamwork - We build diverse and inclusive teams that strengthen our cooperative.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

For MA Applicants - It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Any employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

About the Company

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Ocean Spray Cranberries Inc

About Us
For 80 years, Ocean Spray's logo has been an enduring symbol of what we stand for - taste, health and heritage. From the creation of the Cooperative, to the steady wave of new products designed to delight customers today, Ocean Spray has a history of quality, great taste and innovative products. Beginning with the harvest, it is the spirit of discovery and determination, and the dedication of grower-owners and employees, that allows us to manufacture and market our products to delight consumers around the globe!

As we develop new products and expand our markets we are looking to hire talented individuals that want to be part of our team. If you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, team environment you will love working at Ocean Spray. At Ocean Spray we understand the value of working together, while knowing each individual plays a vital role in the company's success. Our business has always been and continues to be built on the people from different backgrounds, coming together for a common goal: to make Ocean Spray the best branded cooperative in the world. The same sense of opportunity, resourcefulness and innovation on which the Cooperative was founded is what drives Ocean Spray today!

Headquartered about 45 minutes South of Boston in Lakeville-Middleboro, Massachusetts, our corporate office employs over 450 people in Marketing, Finance, IT, Operations, Ingredient Technology, Supply Chain, Agricultural Supply, Research & Development, Human Resources, and Communications. The majority of Ocean Spray employees are in our food and beverage manufacturing facilities in Massachusetts, New Jersey, Wisconsin, Nevada, Texas, Washington, and Florida.

Our Mission
To provide our Grower-Owners with a superior value proposition for their membership, comprised of competitive commodity payments plus world-class value from the processing and marketing of their fruit.

Our Values
As one of the most successful cooperatives and prized consumer brands in the world, we are unique. As employees, we experience first-hand the labor of love our Grower-Owners put into providing healthy fruits for the world to enjoy. Our values reflect their hard work:

Respect
We encourage diversity of thought, heritage and experience. Our collective commitment to openness and teamwork fosters a culture where collaboration, coaching and trust prosper. We take pride in making products that come from a good place, so we protect our resources to meet present needs without compromising our future.

Ownership
Our efforts are as equally devoted and passionate as those of our Grower-Owners. We hold ourselves and each other accountable to the highest standards and results in everything we do. We are committed to supporting and engaging one another as we are the catalysts for our success.

Innovation
We approach each day with initiative, curiosity and creativity to meet the wants and needs of our customers and consumers. Asking ourselves what is right for our customers and consumers inspires meaningful innovation and a culture of continuous improvement that strengthens our brand and business.

Benefits
Ocean Spray has adopted a Total Rewards approach which integrates our compensation and benefits plan under one cohesive strategy. Total rewards include: base salary, incentives, pay for time not worked, health and welfare benefits, retirement benefits, and other perquisites. We will leverage the components of Total Rewards to maximize return on investment while providing programs which attract and retain the best talent to drive Ocean Spray performance.

  • Medical/Dental Insurance Plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Vacations and Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Other Benefits
  • Ocean Spray recognizes the importance of balance in its employees' professional and personal lives. Although eligibility for specific programs and facilities vary by location and scheduled hours, Ocean Spray offers other benefits including: adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, volunteer programs, professional memberships, group insurance (auto and home, pet), group legal services, health and wellness events, and scholarship assistance for family members.

For more detailed information please visit our website at http://oceanspray.com

Ocean Spray believes employee diversity makes good business sense. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the American's with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact 508-923-3878 for assistance. Ocean Spray is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer m/f/d/v.

COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Consumer Packaged Goods Manufacturing
FOUNDED
1930
WEBSITE
http://www.oceanspray.com