Senior Project Manager, Operations (Contract)

ABOUT US At the heart of AG1 lies a commitment to our mission to empower people to take ownership of their health. Since 2010, we've dedicated ourselves to bringing Foundational Nutrition to people around the world. Our ethos is deeply rooted in science, with an unwavering dedication to continuous improvement. We leverage and contribute to the latest research to deliver a powerful, straightforward solution for optimal health to our customers. We harness the finest ingredients so that every scoop of AG1 gives you the nutrients you need with the simplicity you want in a daily routine. Likewise, our organization puts the same energy into creating an environment that is a reflection of the cultural values that define who we are and how we work together. These seven values— One Spectacular Life, Customer Obsessed, Radical Ownership, High Performance, Courage, Amazing Humans and Continuous Pursuit of Excellence —are a representation of the high standards we set, and hold ourselves accountable to, when it comes to building our global team. THE ROLE AG1 is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Senior Project Manager, Operations to join our growing Innovation & Portfolio Management team for a 6 - Month Contract. This role is critical to shaping and executing AG1's new product innovation pipeline — from early-stage concept development through formulation, testing, and launch. Reporting directly to the VP, Innovation & Portfolio Management, you will manage the execution of end-to-end development of new products and product line extensions, partnering closely with R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing, Quality, and Regulatory to bring science-backed innovations to life. In this role, you will own project timelines and scope for assigned initiatives within the innovation portfolio, drive stage-gate development processes, and ensure that new products meet AG1's standards for quality, efficacy, and time-to-market. Your ability to balance strategic vision with day-to-day execution will play a pivotal role in AG1's continued success. WHAT YOU’LL DO - Lead end-to-end product development execution for new products and line extensions, from ideation and concept through formulation, testing, and commercial launch. - Manage the innovation portfolio's stage-gate process, ensuring projects move through development milestones on time and within scope. - Partner cross-functionally with R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing, Quality, and Regulatory teams to align on product specifications, timelines, and launch readiness. - Develop and maintain detailed project plans, tracking key milestones, dependencies, and deliverables across the product development lifecycle. - Identify and mitigate risks across the development pipeline, proactively flagging bottlenecks, cost, or timeline issues, and delays. - Utilize project management tools (e.g., Asana, google sheets) to track tasks, milestones, and deliverables across multiple concurrent development projects. - Serve as a key point of contact for product development updates, keeping leadership and cross-functional stakeholders informed of progress, risks, and outcomes. - Support the VP, Innovation & Portfolio Management in shaping and prioritizing the broader innovation roadmap and portfolio strategy. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR - Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain or a related field; advanced degree a plus. - Minimum of 5+ years of experience in project management and owning projects that include product development, innovation, or portfolio management, ideally within CPG, food and beverage, supplements, or a related industry. - Strong understanding of the end-to-end product development lifecycle, including formulation, sourcing, regulatory, quality, and go-to-market processes. - Proven experience managing multiple concurrent development projects, with a track record of hitting key milestones and launch dates. - Expertise in project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Asana), with stage-gate or similar innovation process experience preferred. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders without direct authority. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate consumer insights and data into product decisions. - Strong attention to detail and ability to manage ambiguity, risk, and competing priorities. - Passion for health, wellness, and nutrition, and alignment with AG1's mission and values. - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? - Competitive compensation and performance-based incentive plans. - A 100% remote working environment (excluding Laboratory positions), which has been implemented from day one. - A strong company culture that is enforced through the hiring process to ensure values alignment and a highly collaborative team. - A mission-driven approach to everything that we do, with an overall goal to significantly improve our customers’ health and wellness. - A high-growth, dynamic environment with opportunities for your direct impact to be felt. - In-person team meetups for optimal collaboration, team building and accelerating productivity. - A work environment and culture that is based on high performance, productivity and continuous improvement. - The opportunity to work with passionate, high-growth, business-minded colleagues who bring their all to our mission each and every day. - Access to AG1 products and branded swag. AG1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to inspiring fulfilling lives, starting with a focus on health and we believe this starts in the workplace. We do this by providing employees with a safe and welcoming work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strive to create a diverse & inclusive environment where all team members can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and make a difference in the world together. We do not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by law. We are an equal opportunity employer. Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 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