Manager, Enterprise Program Management

Kellanova Co.

$108K — $142K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain/Logistics, Operations Management, or Industrial Engineering preferred.
  • Significant experience managing innovation projects, preferably in supply chain.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, and Smartsheet.
  • Strong time management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and partner with cross-functional teams.
  • Familiarity with SAP Materials Cost and Supply Chain modules.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 10-20% of the time.

Responsibilities

  • Manage execution of Packaging Work Requests (PWR) and Supply Chain Requests (SCR) projects.
  • Serve as a liaison with commercial teams and cross-functional partners on product and packaging projects.
  • Organize and coordinate multiple complex projects, providing direction to teams.
  • Offer technical expertise and guidance to project teams, prioritizing based on stakeholder needs.
  • Translate business strategies into process management improvements and develop necessary tools.
  • Identify opportunities for cost reductions across packaging and supply chain requests.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • Voluntary income protection benefits including supplemental life and accident insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with company contributions.
  • Part-time employees may have access to pro-rated benefits.
Full Job Description
The Manager, Enterprise Program Management (EPM) reporting to Senior Director, EPM - T&W, Management plays a key role within the Accelerator business. Responsible for managing projects for innovation and supply chain requests, this role serves as the liaison to cross-functional. The individual provides project leadership, drives continuous improvement, and identifies cost-saving opportunities across the supply chain. This position can be located in Chicago, IL or Battle Creek, MI. A Taste of What You Will Be Doing • Project Execution & Delivery - Manage the execution of PWR (Packaging Work Request) and SCR (Supply Chain Request) projects, innovation, business expansions, and work process improvements, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and against established performance objectives. • Cross-Functional Partnership - Represent Supply Chain with the commercial team and cross-functional partners on new food, existing food, and packaging projects, communicating plans, progress, and solutions across the business. • Project Leadership & Coordination - Organize, manage, and coordinate multiple, complex projects. You will provide directions to assigned teams and guide the process on new product introductions and packaging changes. • Technical & Resource Leadership - Provide technical expertise and guidance to project teams. Prioritize projects based on key stakeholders and available resources and direct the management of project teams. • Process Improvement & Strategy - Translate business needs and strategies into process management improvements. Develop the processes, policies, procedures, and tools that support innovation and expansion initiatives. • Cost Optimization - Identify opportunities and solutions to reduce cost of goods across packaging and supply chain requests. We're Looking for Someone With • Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain/Logistics, Operations Management, or Industrial Engineering preferred. • Significant related work experience; previous experience managing innovation projects as project manager. Supply chain experience preferred. • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet. • Strong time management, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a proven ability to multi-task. • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and partner with leaders and cross-functional business partners. • Familiarity with SAP Materials Cost and Supply Chain modules. • Ability to travel approximately 10-20% of the time. Compensation The annual salary range is $108,200 - $142,000, which is based on various factors such as location, experience and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available. What's Next Applications for this position will be accepted through September 28, 2026. After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. If you join our team, you'll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States. Kellanova does not sponsor employment visas for this role. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee assistance program, short-term disability coverage, and long-term disability insurance. Also, voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident as well as a 401(k) plan with company contributions is available. Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis. See KellanovaTotalHealth.com for more information.

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