Ice Cream Project Manager

Life tastes better with ice cream With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, loved in 76 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry. We create iconic ice cream brands that are part of everyday life, bringing moments of joy to millions of people around the world. Everybody loves ice cream. And as the world’s biggest pure‑play ice cream company, we have the scale and ambition to make a real difference. What truly sets us apart is how we work. We move fast and keep things simple. We turn ideas into action, trust people to take ownership, and work as one team to win together with integrity. Our culture is high‑performance, collaborative and focused on getting things done. We’re curious and ready for what’s next. We embrace digital, use data to make better decisions, and keep learning, including how AI can help us work smarter and serve consumers better. THE ROLE: We are seeking a highly motivated Project Manager to plan, coordinate, and execute cross-functional ice cream Capital projects within the ice cream production environment at our St. Albans, VT factory. The role ensures that new lines design, process improvements, equipment installations, and operational initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget while maintaining the highest standards of quality, food safety, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate combines strong project management capabilities with experience in food manufacturing, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with operations, R&D, quality, supply chain, and engineering teams. WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR: Lead and manage end-to-end manufacturing projects including execution of ice cream packaging line installations, equipment upgrades, ice cream process improvements, plant utilities modifications, refrigeration projects, and civil construction of buildings Develop detailed project plans outlining scope, timelines, milestones, budgets, and resource allocation Coordinate cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, maintenance, supply chain, and external vendors Monitor project progress and proactively address risks, bottlenecks, and changes to scope Ensure compliance with food safety, regulatory, and quality standards throughout all project phases Manage vendor relationships and coordinate with equipment suppliers, contractors, and external partners Support new product commercialization by aligning production capabilities with formulation, packaging, and scaling requirements Track and report project performance metrics including timelines, costs, and operational outcomes. Facilitate regular project meetings, status updates, and executive reporting Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize production processes Lead project using EEM (Early Equipment Management) methodology. Forecasting of Capex spend and tracking. WE'RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO: 8-10 Years experience in project management within food manufacturing, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or industrial production Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field Demonstrated experience managing engineering or capital equipment projects Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production scheduling, and plant operations Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, AutoCAD, etc.) Understanding of project management principles, early equipment management, lean manufacturing, etc. Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills Experience working in dairy or frozen dessert manufacturing PMP or other project management certification Ability to lead and influence up and down the organization Strong ownership of project outcomes Able to navigate through unexpected challenges and drive execution WHAT YOU'LL GET: A unique mix of global scale & start-up spirit—€7.9 bn powerhouse with an agile, entrepreneurial mindset. We’re building a new high growth Ice Cream company from the ground up. Career without limits—42 markets, international opportunities, and fast tracked growth. A performance-driven culture—Freedom to act, disrupt and grow – your success is measured by impact. A company that celebrates joy, innovation, and purpose—We create extraordinary careers, just like our ice cream creates extraordinary moments. Pay: The pay range for this position is $119,400 to $179,000. The Magnum Ice Cream Company (TMICC) takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs. Bonus: This position is bonus eligible. Long-Term Incentive (LTI): This position is LTI eligible. Benefits: TMICC employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverage for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. #TMICC Why join us? This is a place for people who are passionate about ice cream and are growth obsessed - both for the business and for themselves. People who act like an owner and drive our business end-to-end. People who are driven by success to deliver more than we ever thought we could! You’ll thrive here if you value an inclusive culture, with low ego and hierarchy - and if you’re excited to continuously learn and challenge how we work, using digital, data, and new thinking to push us forward. - Roles with real accountability and visible impact - Free to move fast, experiment and challenge how things are done - Continuous learning and development as the business grows - Reward linked to performance and contribution. Your career here is shaped by what you deliver, as you work across functions and markets and grow with the business. Ready to build the future of Ice Cream? If this sounds like the place where you'd thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Apply online and share your CV. We'll review your application and be in touch with the next steps. If you are an individual with a disability and require assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please let your Talent Acquisition Partner know. 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