Project Manager (Contract

Project Manager (Contract

Who we are:

We are the independent chocolatiers preferred for retailers and top brands around the world. Our factories in Belgium, France, Spain and Canada supply top-quality chocolate and the best cocoa ingredients to 90 countries on five continents.

Consumers don’t see our brand, but they experience it when they taste the products we make with passion for the manufacturers of the world’s most prestigious international brands and retailers.

We combine the tradition of the best European chocolate with constant innovation to evolve with the changing tastes and needs of consumers around the world:

• 6 Factories
• 9 offices
• +1,000 Employees
• 4 consumer products categories
• 1 ingredients category
• +90 Countries with commercial operations
• €417 Million Turnover

Overview
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager (Contract) to lead and oversee complex projects within enterprise software environments. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in project management methodologies, and experience with CAPEX projects, ideally in the food manufacturing industry. This role requires exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation and organizational skills to ensure successful project delivery across multiple teams and stakeholders.

Duties

• Lead end-to-end project management for enterprise software implementations, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop detailed project plans using tools such as Microsoft Project and Visio; monitor progress and adjust plans as necessary.
• Facilitate requirements gathering sessions with stakeholders to define project scope and objectives.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams utilizing methodologies like Agile, Kanban, TFS, Jira, and SDLC frameworks.
• Manage release planning and deployment activities including release management and disaster recovery planning.
• Oversee project documentation including status reports, risk assessments, and change management procedures.
• Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) to validate deliverables meet business needs before deployment.
• Communicate effectively with technical teams on database management (SQL, Oracle), cloud infrastructure (AWS), and enterprise software systems.
• Lead program management efforts for large-scale initiatives involving multiple projects; ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Negotiate with vendors and stakeholders to secure resources and resolve issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with project management standards such as PMBOK and SDLC best practices while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Background in mechanical/electrical, food/technology or chemical engineering within the food industry.
• PMP certification
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies including Agile, SAFe, Waterfall, and PMBOK standards.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, SharePoint, and Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel).
• Technical understanding of databases (SQL, Oracle), enterprise software solutions
• Experience with release management, user acceptance testing (UAT), disaster recovery planning, and software development lifecycle activities.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to coordinate diverse teams across multiple projects.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement and reporting purposes.
• Analytical skills for requirements gathering, risk assessment, and problem resolution.
• Ability to manage time effectively under tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a dynamic professional to lead impactful projects within a fast-paced environment requiring innovative solutions and strategic thinking.

Natra is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disability Act. If contacted for an interview or employment opportunity, please advise if you require an accommodation.

Only those application under consideration will be contacted.

Pay: $90,000.00-$105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person