Sr. Manager, Strategic Project Management

at  Loblaw Companies Limited

Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.
All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.
Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country’s largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.
At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.
Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country’s largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.
At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.
As Senior Manager, Strategic Project Management, you will be primarily responsible for Project Managing our iconic Insiders Program for Loblaw’s Private Label Product Team. You will be responsible for the successful execution of the program for the product team. Utilizing your EQ and influencing skills, you will work very collaboratively with our own Product Manager, Marketing, Loblaw Agency, and key members of the Loblaw Brand’s enablement team (including the Product Managers for Insiders linked to Enterprise). Strong interpersonal, leadership, organizational, and attention to detail skills are critical for success in this role.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor’s in Business Administration or relevant field; professional certifications in project management (e.g., PMP) highly desirable.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years’ experience in managing large-scale projects within complex organizational structures preferably in an advertising/marketing environment. Solid knowledge of retail operations essential.

SKILLS:

• Proven ability in end-to-end project management methodologies, including budgeting, resource allocation & risk mitigation.
• Exceptional organizational skills along with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills: able to work collaboratively cross-functional teams & effectively manage (and influence) multiple stakeholder expectations.
• Ability handle pressure situations while meeting tight deadlines.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills; strong presentation abilities required
• Proficiency: Advanced proficiency using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), PM tools/software (e.g. MS Projects).
  If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your exceptional leadership skills while overseeing a major marketing campaign at one of Canada’s top supermarket chains, Loblaw invites you apply!
  Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.
  If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.
  We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

As the Project Manager for the Insiders Program, you will have a vital role in curating and managing this high-profile marketing campaign. You will be responsible for classifying items into appropriate coverage categories, acting as a key liaison between the Insider’s Program Enterprise Project Management team and Loblaw Brands Product Team. You will also have the opportunity to support annual planning for the Product Team as well as a number of other strategic initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead project management activities related to the Insiders Program from initiation through completion as it pertains to the Product Team.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product management teams within Loblaw Brands division.
• Act as a primary point of contact between our internal stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans outlining timelines/schedules, resource allocation requirements, numbers.
• Facilitate regular meetings with relevant stakeholders to provide updates on project status.
• Manage risks/issues that may arise during project lifecycle; identify mitigation strategies or escalations where necessary.
• Support monitoring program performance metrics against key success indicators; and support reporting of findings regularly.
• Ensure all deliverables meet quality standards.
• Provide guidance/support/mentoring to junior members within the team when necessary.