Sales Programs & Projects Senior Manager

About the role

Blount Fine Foods is a family-owned and operated manufacturer, marketer, and developer of premium fresh prepared foods. We bring restaurant-quality products—including single-serve grab-n-go fresh soups, mac & cheese, and entrées—to grocery stores, hot bars, and restaurants across the country. This role supports the creation of specialty-certified products (organic, gluten-free, low sodium, and others) and collaborates with sales, marketing, operations, finance, and leadership teams to enhance operational efficiency and drive business growth.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and monitor sales projects from initiation through completion.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Track project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Support sales process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Analyze project performance and prepare reports for sales meetings.
• Coordinate product launches, sales initiatives, and customer implementation projects.
• Ensure projects align with company goals, quality standards, and deadlines.
• Facilitate meetings, communicate project updates, and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Manage customer portals and RFPs.
• Plan, support, and execute tradeshows.
• Assist in providing broker support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3–5+ years of project management experience, preferably supporting sales or commercial operations.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401k with company match.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
• Discounts on Blount products at the company retail location.
• Discretionary Annual Bonus Program.