Project Manager Food Program

Provide technical contributions, services, and project management in developing client relationships, needs, and solutions within the food industry for manufacturers, vendors, and service providers.

• Outreach and delivery of services to the food industry around Ohio and beyond.
• Develop CIFT projects and invite new membership.
• Manage projects by assessing, reporting deliverables, and ensure completion in timely manner.
• Develop and contribute to client paid projects (“fee for service”).
• Coordinate with others to develop and market CIFT programs and member services for food and agriculture companies/organizations.
• Design and develop seminars and workshops based on the needs and interest of CIFT members and the industry in general.
• Identify potential resources that will contribute to project development and expand CIFT’s service offerings.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree is required with a focus on Food Science, Food Engineering or Food Business.
• Experience in delivery of services to food processors and manufacturers preferable in Ohio and then broader.
• Able to follow up on projects, ability to meet company objectives and meet multiple deadlines.
• Proven written and verbal communication skills.
• Accurate, organized, willing to follow recommended procedures.
• Able to drive and/or travel to attend seminars or meetings in and outside of Ohio with some overnights required.

We are looking for a full-time salary employee for our Toledo or Columbus office. Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience. Apply with link provided. Applicants are asked to include a writing sample and cover letter along with their resume.