Title:  Launch Program Manager

As a Launch Program Manager, you will play a key role in the overall management and success of multiple new product launches, product improvements, line extensions, and regulatory programs. We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities. Your problem-solving skills play a crucial role in Kellanova's Growth. This is a hybrid role, located in Battle Creek, MI but there may be flexibility for individuals in the Chicago, IL area. Estimated travel is up to 10% (may vary depending on location of residency.

We are a bold, purpose-driven team that believes in cutting through ambiguity with clarity and direction. Join our dynamic team, where you'll help transform bold ideas into irresistible products that hit shelves. Working collaboratively with cross functional partners, you will help guide each project from concept to market.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Project Leadership and Execution – Develop, manage, and execute complex projects, while delivering to cost, schedule, and performance. Provide leadership and direction to cross-functional project teams.
• Innovation Support – Ensure the Innovation Process and Program enable the completion of key activities. This includes providing senior management with appropriate information to make timely decisions and choices for the portfolio.
• Risk Management & Contingency Planning – Foresee and proactively address potential business or technical issues. Ensure contingency plans are available from each respective function as required to deliver category goals.
• Building Effective Teams – Play a key role in setting goals, expectations and communicating updates. The ability to drive engagement among your team members and progress toward the team’s goals is critical for success. 

We’re Looking for Someone With

• Bachelor’s in Science, Engineering, Business, or related field and experience in R&D, Engineering, Operations or Business Management at a Consumer-Packaged Goods Company (CPG).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex detailed information to multiple individuals/audiences with differing knowledge levels.
• Negotiation and alignment driving skills are key.

• Significant experience with innovation management as a functional team member.
• People management and team leadership experience is a bonus point.
• Agile project management experience is preferred.

Compensation

The annual salary range is $116,300- $152,700, which is based on various factors such as location, experience and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available.

What’s Next

Applications for this position will be accepted through July 24, 2025. After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.

Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email USA.Recruitment@Kellanova.com.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee assistance program, short-term disability coverage, and long-term disability insurance. Also, voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident as well as a 401(k) plan with company contributions is available. Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis. See KellanovaTotalHealth.com for more information.

Get to Know Us

At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.

Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work. 

Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close towards the end of 2025 (subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing. 

You can learn more at www.futureofsnacking.com, and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

Let’s shape the future of snacking.

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.