Ocean Spray Cranberries

Project Manager

Ocean Spray Cranberries$116K — $145K *
Food & Beverages
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of project management experience in a business domain
  • Experience in cross-functional teams within a matrix organization
  • Ability to connect project execution to business strategy
  • Strong attention to detail and execution mindset
  • Anticipate risks and requirements for proactive planning
  • Effective stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Demonstrated problem-solving and adaptability in evolving environments

Responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end execution of specific projects within the USA Beverage portfolio
  • Provide portfolio visibility to guide project initiation, sequencing, and prioritization
  • Lead and develop associate project manager(s) within the beverage team
  • Develop and track detailed project plans, timelines, and milestones
  • Manage scope, risks, dependencies, and outcomes throughout the project lifecycle
  • Coordinate across teams to align resources and resolve project issues
  • Provide regular project updates to stakeholders and maintain accurate documentation

Benefits

  • Complete insurance package on Day 1, including health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with up to 6% company matching and potential discretionary match
  • Flexible scheduling options for work-life balance
  • Three weeks of vacation pay, plus pay for 12 holidays
  • Career development opportunities, including tuition assistance
  • Access to health and wellness programs, including fitness reimbursements
  • Employee appreciation events and discounts
Full Job Description
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

About Ocean Spray Cranberries

Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc. is a food and beverage company that produces and markets cranberry and grapefruit products. The company was founded in 1930 and is headquartered in Lakeville-Middleboro, Massachusetts. Ocean Spray's products include cranberry juice, dried cranberries, and cranberry sauce. The company is owned by more than 700 cranberry farmers in the United States and Canada. Ocean Spray has manufacturing facilities in Massachusetts, Wisconsin, and Washington. The company's products are sold in more than 100 countries around the world.
Learn more about Ocean Spray Cranberries
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1930

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