Associate Project Manager

Brand

Description

The Associate Project Manager is responsible for tracking and managing projects associated with gift and component development as well as the artwork routing process. The Associate Project Manager will provide support to the Product Development and Package Design teams and will work closely with the Sr. Manager of Package Design and Director of Product Development to ensure key milestones are met in accordance with project timelines. The Associate Project Manager will be required to work autonomously with cross functional partners to overcome project related obstacles and provide project status visibility until the objectives of the project are realized.

Major responsibilities of the position are listed below. To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties, assignments and specific projects may be assigned at the discretion of management. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Coordinate, track, and manage both component and gift level projects on behalf of Product Development and Package Design.
• Manage project priorities under the direction of the Sr. Package Design Manager and Director of Product Development.
• Own project timelines and drive resolution to project related obstacles when identified.
• Monitor and chart due date priorities for artwork completion for Creative department support.
• Track and update creative status for Harry and David, Food Group and licensed artwork in Centric / PLM.
• Support design team with various needs, including but not limited to: sku management, processing and tracking of incoming and outgoing assets, and technical art updates.
• Ensure NFP's from third party suppliers meet our internal regulatory standards.
• Serve as point of communication with Regulatory Compliance.
• Collaborate with Package Design, Product Development, Regulatory Compliance and Merchandising to ensure accurate assets are provided.
• Support the Product Development team by tracking edible and reusable components, attend development meetings and manage the photo sample process.
• Create and present weekly project status reports to the Product Development and Package Design teams.
• Create reporting and present weekly project status updates to department managers.
• Provide management support for B2B and Wholesale specific projects.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED is required. Preferably a bachelor's degree in business or design.
• At least 5+ years industry experience encompassing project and process management.
• Knowledgeable of food labeling and requirements a plus
• A proven track record of working well independently and within a team environment;

  demonstrating strong organizational, prioritization, time management and interpersonal skill.

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• High sense of urgency and ability to manage multiple priorities and many assignments simultaneously.

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About Us

About Harry David®

Since 1934, Harry David has been America's premier choice in gourmet food gifting. Headquartered in Southern Oregon, Harry David owns and operates 20 different orchards, spread over 100 square miles, featuring fresh yearly crops of handpicked delicious fruit, including peaches, Bosc pears and the iconic Royal Riviera® pears. Harry David offers a wide variety of options for everyday sharing and entertaining, including Moose Munch® premium popcorn, Wolferman's Bakery®, Cushman's® and Stock Yards® branded products. Harry David is part of the 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. family of brands. Shares in 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. are traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market, ticker symbol: FLWS.

Our Commitment to Diversity

At 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc., we seek to inspire more human expression, connection, and celebration -- for everyone. This means fostering a culture of inclusion where our team members, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and empowered. We believe that embracing diversity, and celebrating the uniqueness of every individual, makes us a better company.