Associate Project Manager

Summary Description This role plays a critical part in driving successful project execution and supporting organizational objectives. The primary responsibility is to manage multiple small cross functional projects, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities. Each project requires the development and ongoing maintenance of a detailed project schedule and work plan. The position will actively contribute as part of cross-functional teams, ensuring all deliverables are achieved within defined scope, timeline, and budget. Key responsibilities include providing regular status updates, proactively identifying and mitigating risks, and delivering a high standard of service and performance throughout the project lifecycle. Summary Description This role plays a critical part in driving successful project execution and supporting organizational objectives. The primary responsibility is to manage multiple small cross functional projects, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities. Each project requires the development and ongoing maintenance of a detailed project schedule and work plan. The position will actively contribute as part of cross-functional teams, ensuring all deliverables are achieved within defined scope, timeline, and budget. Key responsibilities include providing regular status updates, proactively identifying and mitigating risks, and delivering a high standard of service and performance throughout the project lifecycle. What's in it for you? Thanks to our commitment to creating a supportive and engaged workplace culture, Gorilla Glue has been recognized as a top place to work for 15 years in a row. We offer competitive compensation packages, comprehensive healthcare benefits, and other perks and incentives to ensure our employees feel valued and supported. Joining the Gorilla Glue family means being part of a team passionate about building strong brands and promoting a culture of excellence. As an employee, you'll be able to help create high-quality products and build brands that people love. Join us in an inspiring workplace where you can belong, grow, and make a difference! What will your day look like? Coordinate and manage multiple small cross-functional projects from initiation through launch. Build and maintain detailed project schedules and work plans, ensuring timely and accurate execution. Lead and facilitate project meetings, driving alignment and accountability. Apply established Project Management Fundamentals to deliver consistent, high-quality results. Perform project management processes and tasks to produce reliable, repeatable outcomes. Provide regular status updates to stakeholders and clearly communicate risks and exceptions (oral and written). Document, compile, and summarize information for review and decision-making. Analyze issues, identify root causes, and proactively highlight and mitigate risks. Escalate unexpected results or observations promptly for guidance and next steps. Maintain accurate and organized project documentation and process records. Prioritize tasks and track progress through active cross-functional involvement. Establish and foster cross-functional relationships with professionalism, ethics, and integrity. Utilize available resources effectively to achieve project objectives. Deliver a high standard of service and performance across all assigned projects. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Qualifications What you bring to the table: Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in business, applied science, or equivalent preferred. 1+ years of project coordination experience. Specific Skills: Microsoft Office and Sharepoint Sound organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Detail and technically oriented Individual. Action oriented, confident, outgoing, and able to work well under pressure to succeed within a fast-paced environment. Exhibits curiosity and a learning mindset. Demonstrate good judgment and solid problem-solving skills. Must be able to work independently and demonstrate effective initiative. Knowledge of Supply Planning and general Operations preferred. Team player, no job too big or too small. Company Values: Must adhere to The Gorilla Glue Company’s Core Values that ensure everyone works together to exceed expectations. Have fun, be passionate and show it! Act with integrity and respect in all relationships. Communicate openly and appreciate the effort of others. Embrace knowledge, growth, and change. Strive for excellence in what we do every day! #J-18808-Ljbffr The Gorilla Glue Company