Project Management Specialist

With a foundation of more than 40 years of experience, today Daymon is the global leader in consumables retailing. As a global company operating on six continents, we bring an enterprise-wide window to the world and real-time experience that is surpassed by none. Our ability to translate this experience into unique and customized strategies is the engine that drives increased sales and share, in collaboration with our retail customers and supplier partners.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Project Management Specialist to join our team. This role will receive guidance and direct supervision from the senior level associates within the Business Management team. The position will be responsible for categories within the Grocery department, working closely with our supplier partners, retail customer, and internal teams.

**Business/Functional Results** * Creates, updates, and maintains project plans across several different work streams * Work with all stakeholders to gain agreement, manage execution, & brings projects to closure. * Track projects (tasks, completion, resources, etc) and keep all stakeholders informed of the project status. * Alert appropriate team members to potential bottlenecks and assist in resolution efforts * Facilitate communication meetings between internal organizations and project teams to drive successful projects * Performs trend & other sales data analysis to assist the BM/SBM. * Has routine interactions with own, limited number of suppliers/customers under supervision of direct manager **Strategic Leadership** * Partner with Business Managers to ensure support of strategic objectives for internal customers. * Demonstrate an understanding of the Private Brand landscape and best practices. **Managing Relationships** * Influences effectively * Relationship management with internal and external clients **Supports specific private label products &/or categories through analysis & development of:** * Marketing plans * Product promotions * Advertising; in-store displays * Merchandising strategies * Inventory forecasting * Category support for small categories/suppliers * Project Management * Assists with new product development. **Other Responsibilities:** * Position may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all essential functions, duties and required skills. Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties at any time.

**Experience Required** * H.S. Diploma; Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree * Minimum: 1-2 years; Preferred: 2 years professional work experience * Microsoft Office - Primarily Excel, Word, PowerPoint **Functional Knowledge and Business Expertise Required** * In Depth understanding of how categories integrate within accounts * Basic awareness of how Intl/NAB integrates within the industry * Basic understanding of the industry and how it relates to competitions but with a limited understanding of how each retailer differentiates themselves. * Accountable for specific performance * Possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including ability to articulate recommendations in a concise and timely manner * Able to handle multiple tasks and maintain control and order over same * Exceptional work ethic **Attributes/Competencies** * Customer Focus * Critical Thinking * Developing Direct Reports and Others * Drive for Results * Influencing * Informing * Integrity and Trust * Interpersonal Savvy * Managerial Courage * Manages Diversity * Managing and Measuring Work * Personal Learning