Senior Project Manager, Operations

Summary

Join Cresco Labs as a Sr. Project Manager, Operations, leading cross-functional teams throughout the product development lifecycle. Reporting to the VP of Marketing, you will oversee product discovery, R&D, feasibility, and commercialization. You will coordinate multiple departments, ensuring smooth communication from concept to market launch. This role requires managing timelines, milestones, and deliverables, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. You will drive operational efficiency and make data-driven decisions to propel product success. The position offers a unique opportunity to significantly impact the company's commercialization process.

Requirements

• Obtain a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Product Development, or a related field
• Have 5+ years of experience managing complex, cross-functional product development projects
• Possess a strong background in product discovery, R&D, feasibility studies, and commercialization processes
• Demonstrate a proven track record of managing product timelines, budgets, and operational checklists in a dynamic environment
• Showcase excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and align cross-functional teams
• Possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and challenges
• Have knowledge of product development lifecycle and commercialization process in a fast-paced industry
• Be 21 years of age or older
• Comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact between Product Development, marketing, operations, quality, compliance and other relevant departments, ensuring alignment on goals, timelines, and deliverables throughout the product development and product execution lifecycle
• Lead the planning of product discovery and R&D phases, ensuring that key research, testing, and feasibility studies are completed on time and within scope
• Manage the feasibility stage, collaborating with technical and business teams to assess the practicality and market potential of proposed products, ensuring realistic timelines and resource allocation
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, tracking key milestones and deliverables. Ensure all teams adhere to timelines and adjust as necessary to mitigate risks or delays
• Create and maintain comprehensive operational checklists to ensure that all steps in the product development process are completed on schedule and with the necessary attention to detail
• Oversee the transition from product development to commercialization, ensuring all operational and logistical steps are accounted for and executed properly for a successful product launch
• Regularly update senior leadership and stakeholders on project status, risks, and timelines, providing transparent and accurate reports to ensure informed decision-making
• Proactively identify risks and roadblocks across different phases of product development and work with teams to mitigate them before they impact the project’s success
• Continuously assess and improve the product development and commercialization process, implementing best practices and driving efficiencies across teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Obtain a Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Product Development, or a related field
• Have experience with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project) and software for documentation and reporting
• Obtain PMP or similar project management certification
• Have experience working in a publicly traded or private cannabis company
• Be familiar with agile methodologies and product lifecycle management

Benefits

• Major medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(K)-match program
• FSA/HSA programs
• LTD/STD options
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Annual discretionary bonuses
• Stock options
• Participation in our employee discount program