Nature’s Path is embarking on a comprehensive packaging redesign covering over 220 SKUs across multiple formats and sizes. We need a great project manager to oversee the end-to-end commercialization process, from design through production, shipping, and shelf launch; ensuring on time and on budget execution across the US and Canadian markets. Please note, this is a one year contract.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full cycle‑ project leadership: Manage the packaging redesign program from initiation through to rollout, coordinating schedules, budgets, risk management, and post‑launch evaluations.
• Cross functional‑ liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact between Sales, Marketing Services, Creative, Brand, Marketing Analytics, Regulatory (QA), R&D, Supply Chain, Packaging Procurement, Demand Planning, Operations Planning, Production Plants, and external manufacturers‑ to drive project alignment and resolve issues.
• Stakeholder communication: Provide regular status updates to leadership, deliver concise summaries for key milestones, and lead weekly cross functional‑ meetings to keep teams aligned.
• Process & timeline management: Develop and maintain detailed project timeline accounting all cross functional teams: design adaptations, regulatory reviews, production, and distribution. Monitor milestones, anticipate bottlenecks, and adjust schedules when needed.
• Scope & resource planning: Work with department leads to assess resource capacity (internal and freelance) for each wave of SKUs.
• Quality & consistency: Ensure brand standards and market regulatory requirements are maintained across all packaging executions (graphics, copy, regulatory compliance, die-lines) and that pack formats are adapted correctly

Packaging production coordination:

• Request component part numbers from purchasers.
• Liaise with procurement to ensure timely sourcing of materials.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure packaging specs are aligned with brand and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee Proof HQ checks and packaging checklist sign-offs.
• Work closely with cross functional partners to ensure all relevant inputs are captured and maintained when prioritizing workload (e.g. sequencing, inventory management, production dates etc.)
• Create and maintain packaging content grid for all packaging components
• Maintain accurate records of packaging changes – to assist with Regulatory audits and/or product recalls
• Oversee boxshots and packaging flats distribution across all platforms (Salsify, MV etc.)
• Partner with supply chain teams to secure packaging components, die-lines, and structural samples
• Monitor production lead times and shipment tracking to ensure on-shelf dates are met.
• Coordinate with printers and vendors for upload schedules and run-out dates.
• Assign tasks and deadlines in Asana or MS Project templates.
• Support Creative team with beauty pack production, ordering and shipping product to production partners
• Coordinate with R&D and regulatory teams for PRF updates and health claim validations.
• Ensure capacity planning and resource allocation across internal and freelance teams.
• Track shipments and ensure alignment with retail launch timelines.
• Communicate with demand planning and operations teams to forecast and manage inventory.
• Facilitate GS1/ECC, MPSP setup and customer communication for first production and ship dates.
• Lead post-launch evaluations and ensure feedback loops are closed.

Risk & change management:

• Identify project risks early, propose mitigation plans, and document scope changes. Ensure all stakeholders are informed and aligned.
• Data reporting: Compile packaging data (e.g., SKUs, sizes, lead times, costs) and prepare reports or presentations summarizing project progress and budget adherence.
• Process improvement: Propose and implement improvements in workflow, documentation, and communication that increase efficiency and quality in future innovations.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5+ years of project management experience, preferably in consumer-packaged goods (CPG) or food manufacturing, with a track record of delivering packaging or innovation projects.
• Proven high level expertise in creative operations, packaging production, product manufacturing, and logistics, with a track record of collaborating cross-functionally with sales and operations to deliver seamless in-market execution.
• Strong understanding of packaging production processes, product development life cycles, and go‑to‑market logistics (including manufacturing, shipping, and shelf placement).
• Proficient in project management software with the ability to build and manage detailed schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills—able to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels and articulate complex information in a clear, concise manner.
• Strong problem-solving‑ skills, business acumen, and a collaborative mindset; comfortable managing change and driving process improvements.
• Detail oriented, ‑well organized, and comfortable working in a ‑fast paced‑ environment with shifting priorities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Operations Management or a related field; PMP must

This role will pay between $90,000 - $120,000 and is a one year contract located in Richmond BC (hybrid, three days a week in office) Thank you for your interest in Natures Path!