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Senior Project Manager - Disruptive Innovation

Job in South Naperville Area, Will County, Illinois, 60564, USA
Listing for: Wells Enterprises
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-12
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Program / Project Manager, Operations Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 125295 - 170013 USD Yearly USD 125295.00 170013.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Senior Project Manager - Disruptive Innovation

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The Senior Project Manager, Disruptive Innovation owns the processes that will drive ambitious innovation agenda for Ferrero's Ice Cream Division. The Senior Project Manager is accountable for on‑time launches with end‑to‑end execution of near‑term innovation projects and reporting/managing the long‑term pipeline.

Responsibilities
  • Manage project schedules while prioritizing critical path, lead recurring cross‑functional project team meetings, pivot to changes in project scope & elevate roadblocks
  • Own recurring governance meetings, provide guidance to gatekeepers for effective approvals and align with global best practices.
  • Ensure projects are updated with accurate information, report on pipeline health KPIs and clearly identify risks with mitigation strategies.
  • Proactively introduce new ways of working and processes to accelerate speed to market & onboard new hires to adopt best practices.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, or related field.
  • 8-10+ years of experience in project management, preferably within CPG. Proven track record of delivering innovation projects on a global scale. Expertise in managing multiple high‑priority projects simultaneously.
  • Project management experience in commercialization complex innovation projects in CPG, preferably F&B.
  • Proven ability to hold others accountable to project tasks & follow ups.
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills with a results‑driven mindset.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, including stakeholder management.
  • Analytical and problem‑solving skills, with proficiency in project management software.

The base pay range for this position is $125,295 to $170,013 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job‑related factors permitted by law. This pay range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.

Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis.

About Wells Enterprises

Wells Enterprises, Inc. is the largest privately held ice cream manufacturer in the United States. Founded in 1913, the company is an independent operating company of the Ferrero Group, one of the global leaders in sweet, packaged foods.

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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