IT Project Manager - Food Manufacturing (Danvers)

The IT Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of large-scale, cross-functional IT projects , including but not limited to ERP, WMS, MES, data integration, infrastructure, and manufacturing systems . The role requires hands-on project leadership , the ability to translate business needs into clear functional and technical requirements , and proven success managing risk, budget, timelines, and stakeholder expectations in a regulated manufacturing environment. Project Leadership & Delivery Own full project lifecycle: intake, requirements, design, funding, build, testing, deployment, and stabilization Lead multiple concurrent IT projects with minimal supervision Ensure projects deliver measurable business outcomes tied to operational efficiency, compliance, and scalability Serve as the primary point of accountability for project success Technical & Functional Requirements Develop and maintain detailed functional and technical specifications , including system workflows, integrations, data flows, and dependencies Partner closely with IT teams, vendors, and business owners to ensure solutions are technically sound and operationally viable Demonstrate working knowledge of manufacturing systems such as ERP, WMS, MES, EDI, labeling, automation, and reporting platforms Understand and manage system integrations , data accuracy, and end-to-end process impacts Stakeholder Communication & Governance Create and deliver clear, concise project status reporting to project teams, business stakeholders, and executive sponsors Proactively identify, communicate, and escalate risks, constraints, and resource conflicts Facilitate decision-making by presenting options, tradeoffs, and recommendations backed by data Schedule, Risk & Financial Management Develop, own, and actively manage detailed project schedules Identify potential bottlenecks, operational risks, and technology constraints early Build and manage project budgets , including business cases, funding approvals, monthly forecasts, and variance explanations Ensure adherence to internal controls, audit requirements, and governance standards Cross-Functional Coordination Coordinate across IT infrastructure, applications, security, operations, quality, finance, and external vendors Ensure IT solutions align with manufacturing workflows, food safety requirements, and regulatory expectations Support change management and adoption efforts in an onsite production environment Required Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or related technical field (required) Graduate degree or formal certification in Project Management, Information Systems, or Technology Management (preferred) IT & Project Management Experience Minimum 3–5 years of direct IT project management experience , with documented success delivering complex technology projects Hands-on experience managing enterprise IT implementations (ERP, WMS, MES, or similar manufacturing systems) Demonstrated use of formal project management methodologies (PMBOK, Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid) Proven ability to independently manage scope, schedule, budget, risk, and vendor performance Strong understanding of manufacturing IT environments , including system integrations and data flows Technical Competencies Solid understanding of: ERP / WMS / MES systems Data integration and system interoperability IT infrastructure and application dependencies Manufacturing and operational technology constraints Ability to translate business requirements into clear technical deliverables Professional Skills Exceptional written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels Strong task management and execution discipline High integrity, accountability, and transparency Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence without authority Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with IT and manufacturing best practices Additional Requirements Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the role Successful completion of interview process required Salary range: $85,000 – $120,000 annually