About Barilla At Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, we’ve blossomed into a global leader in the food industry, guided by our commitment to progress and excellence. Today, Barilla is an international group present in more than 100 countries and we are proud to be recognized as the world’s top food company by reputation. With 22 beloved brands in our portfolio, we are world leader for pasta, the number one choice for ready-made sauces in Europe, leader for bakery products in Italy, and for crispbread across Scandinavia with Wasa. Our success story is written by a passionate team of almost 9,000 dedicated employees across 30 plants and offices worldwide, all united by a shared mission to nourish the future with purpose and passion. Are you ready to add your unique flavor to our journey? Job Purpose The Associate Director – IT Project Management will be responsible for overseeing the successful completion of major IT projects and budget for the region Americas. The project manager will work within a cross-functional team of business and IT resources located globally to manage the IT related parts of the project. This person is responsible for all aspects of PMO portfolio management handling new project request, managing existing projects, consolidating IT budget while setting new PMO process and working within proper PM tools. This is a hybrid role based out of Northbrook, IL. Key Accountabilities • Creating long- and short-term plans, including setting targets for milestones, adhering to deadlines, and allocating resources • Delegating tasks on the project to employees best positioned to complete them • Managing overall PMO portfolio, assigning projects, managing projects, and managing project and overall IT budget/finance • Identifying and managing potential risks and liabilities of multiple projects • Identifying resources and properly staffing projects • Project prioritization in conjunction with the business • Assisting in the definition of project scope and goals • Making effective decisions when presented with multiple options for how to progress with the project • Serving as a point of contact for teams when multiple units are assigned to the same project to ensure team actions remain in synergy • Communicating with executives or the board to keep the project aligned with their goals • Performing quality control on the project throughout development to maintain the standards expected • Adjusting schedules and targets on the project as needed • Motivating people involved in the project to complete tasks on time • Managing people who may not directly report to them to ensure timely project completions • All other duties as assigned Desired Skills and Background • 7+ years of managing high-profile projects, managing PMO portfolios and setting process • Bachelor’s degree or specialized training / equivalent work experience preferred • Understanding of the Project Management Institute (PMI) framework • PMI/PMO certification or other type of project management certification • Direct experience implementing Trade Promotion Management (TPM) solutions highly preferred • Strong communication and executive stakeholder management skills • Proven experience engaging cross-functional teams and external partners to drive large-scale program execution • Comfortable leading regional IT governance forums and contributing to global IT governance initiatives • Familiarity & working experience with Revenue Growth Management (RGM) and SAP S/4HANA implementation preferred • Knowledge of various project management methodologies (e.g., agile/scrum) • Experience managing international projects (European, North and South America) • Advanced computer skills and in-depth knowledge of different operating systems, network administration and service desk administration • Proven leadership skills • Cost and risk management skills • Budgeting experience • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills • Interpersonal skills • Ability to make important decisions under pressure • Problem-solving skills • Time management skills • Ability to travel domestically and internationally As of the date of this posting, the estimated pay range for this role is $135k-$160k plus eligibility to participate in the annual discretionary bonus plan. The actual pay for the position will be determined by various factors, including but not limited to job-related experience, skills, education, location, and internal equity. This range may be subject to change over time. Barilla strives to provide you and your family with a wide range of benefit options to support your overall health and financial well-being needs. This position qualifies for benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(K) plan with company match, life and disability plans, and an employee assistance program. At Barilla, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity in all its forms is valued and embraced. Our employment policies and practices are designed to ensure equal employment opportunities for all, regardless of age, race, color, citizenship, faith, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or characteristics of expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our commitment to equal employment stems from our unwavering belief that it is not only the right thing to do, but it is also a fundamental driver of innovation and business success.