Project Manager

The scope of this job is to manage projects and initiatives within the Eurofins Food Testing business.  Projects include one-time or ongoing activities that will catalyze growth through expansion of existing business offerings, launching new offerings, IT project implementation, or meet other needs such as process or space redesign.  Project types may include:  LEAN or automation projects, Supply Chain Management, Start up operations and, IT and Software organization,   Responsibility of the role is to develop and execute plans while working with stakeholders to deliver to timelines on budget.  Responsibilities include:

• Demonstrates and promotes the company vision 
• Applies regulatory guidelines in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate 
• Direct and manage domestic project development from beginning to end.  May be involved in regional or global project planning. 
• Develop project plans and associated communications. 
• Communicate project requirements, expectations, and outcomes to team members and stakeholders.  
• Collaborate with senior management, clients, and stakeholders to define the scope, goals, and deliverables of the project. 
• Estimate the resources needed to meet project goals. 
• Manage changes in project scope. 
• Develop contingency plans for unforeseen project problems. 
• Monitor progress and status of assigned tasks and, if necessary, develop actions to bring assigned tasks back on schedule. 
• Supervise project team members and facilitate the development of the skills needed by project team members. 
• Identify and resolve issues and conflicts among project team members. 
• Manage the actions of outside contractors involved in project activities. 
• Interact with clients as needed to resolve questions or confirm assumptions during the project. 
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner 
• Performs other duties as assigned