Project Consultant

Project Consultant- Human ResourcesAre you a project leader who thrives in complexity and turns ideas into results? We're looking for an HR Project Consultant to partner with leaders and teams across Human Resources to deliver high-impact initiatives that advance business and people priorities.In this role, you'll serve as a trusted advisor, project leader, and portfolio partner—guiding projects from strategy through execution while helping stakeholders navigate ambiguity, build alignment, strengthen governance, and drive meaningful organizational change.This role is located at our Arden Hills, MN Corporate Headquarters (In office Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday each week)What You'll Do:You'll manage medium- to large-scale projects that require cross-functional coordination, stakeholder engagement, from planning through thoughtful execution and closure.In this role, you will:Partner with sponsors and project owners to define objectives, scope, priorities, success measures, and outcomes while identifying, assessing and mitigating risks, dependencies and barriers to project successDevelop comprehensive project plans, governance frameworks, communication strategies, stakeholder engagement plans, timelines, milestones, and RAID logsCoordinate implementation, testing, training, change management, and adoption activitiesDrive accountability and momentum while helping teams successfully navigate ambiguity and competing prioritiesMaintain and improve HR portfolio reporting and tracking processesOversee and support the governance and maintenance of HR's Products and Services CatalogProvide ad hoc consultation to HR teams and project owners on project planning, governance, implementation, and execution strategiesDevelop and deliver project management tools, resources, training and best practices to build project management capability and consistency across the HR functionFacilitate HR project owner forums and roundtables to promote knowledge sharing, continuous improvement, and adoption of project management disciplinesSuccessful candidates will:Bring structure and focus to complex initiativesNavigate competing priorities with confidence and sound judgmentAnticipate risks and proactively address challengesCommunicate effectively with project teams, leaders, and executivesBalance strategic thinking with hands-on executionDrive measurable progress while building trust and creating alignment among diverse stakeholdersRequired Experience/Knowledge/Skills:Bachelor's degree.6+ years of professional experience in Human Resources or related field3+ years leading projects, consulting engagements, or strategic initiatives, in Human Resources (preferred)Strong facilitation and stakeholder management skillsAbility to influence without formal authorityStrong critical thinking and problem-solving skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExperience operating in highly matrixed environmentsPreferred Qualifications:Portfolio management experienceOrganizational change management experienceProcess improvement experienceExperience supporting senior leaders$81,200-$121,800. In most cases, candidates offered employment can expect to be hired at a pay rate near the middle of our salary ranges.About Land O'Lakes, Inc.Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.Land O'Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices.Neither Land O'Lakes, nor its affiliates or search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested.If you need to submit a reasonable accommodation request to complete the employment application process, please call the HR Solution Center at 844-LOL-HR4U View phone number on click.appcast.io) M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT.