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Tara Stanley

Tara Stanley

Overland,MO

Summary

Results-driven supply chain and project management professional with extensive experience in branded and private label environments. Demonstrated success in leading complex asset commissioning and product commercialization projects, consistently delivering on critical timelines. Highly skilled in cross-functional collaboration, effectively aligning stakeholders across R&D, packaging, operations, and QA teams to streamline workflows and enhance product quality. Committed to continuous learning and expanding expertise through new responsibilities and industry-focused education. Dedicated CPG professional with a proven track record of meeting company goals through consistent and organized practices. Thrives under pressure and excels at adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing Project Manager

E2E Pizza, General Mills
01.2023 - Current
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Successfully launched over 10 new products accounting for approximately $25MM in annual profit in fiscal 24
  • Oversees commercialization efforts for Custom Pizza, Street Pizza, and Flour projects to ensure execution excellence and customer satisfaction.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to ensure seamless collaboration and efficient project execution.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that encouraged creativity, innovation, and open communication among team members.
  • Facilitates multiple cross-functional team meetings, driving project momentum, addresses potential risks and actively works to resolve issues with no impact to timeline and quality
  • Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Manages critical path timelines in consultation with multiple cross-functional stakeholders including but not limited to R&D, Logistics, Production, overseeing key milestones from Charter through to Launch
  • Owns and manages key systems (STEP, ECLIPS, PIM) and acts as SME to address hurdles in project timelines.

Commercialization Manager

TNT Crust
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Developed a customized Stage Gate process for TNT Crust to streamline product development and commercialization.
  • Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
  • Oversaw implementation of new project management tools in Smartsheet, facilitating more efficient workflow and better project delivery.
  • Conducted training and developed documentation for on-boarding; monitored process adoption and identified areas for improvement
  • Streamlined project delivery processes, significantly reducing time to market for new product launches.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work during periods of ambiguity .
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Established effective communication norms among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Fostered a culture of innovation and creativity within the project team, leading to improved problem-solving capabilities and enhanced outcomes.
  • Successfully managed over 30 projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Maintained continuity of commercialization activities through GMI acquisition and integration

Project Manager - Commercialization

Flagstone Foods
01.2019 - 12.2021
  • Coordinated new plant asset installation to unlock new packaging capabilities to introduce new product lines to market.
  • Facilitated stage gate discussions and led cross-functional teams post-approval to address project barriers and ensure production readiness
  • Successfully managed over 35 mid to high complexity projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team's ability to deliver results.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Improved stakeholder satisfaction with detailed project updates and proactive issue resolution.
  • Streamlined project initiation processes, enabling quicker transition from planning to execution.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large capital projects.
  • Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
  • Oversaw timelines to track supply chain KPIs, implementing improvements for quality and process efficiency as needed

Sr. Commercialization Analyst, Snacks Division

Treehouse Foods / Flagstone Foods
04.2017 - 01.2019
  • Successfully managed over 60 mid- to low complexity projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Streamlined project initiation processes, enabling quicker transition from planning to execution.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Developed comprehensive training materials for new analysts, improving onboarding efficiency.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
  • Enhanced team collaboration by providing clear communication of complex findings through visualizations and reports.
  • Improved internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive documentation outlining standard operating procedures for various tasks.
  • Actively coordinated project tracking and milestone management, pushing for timely completion of SAP item setups and procurement processes
  • Monitored and improved supply chain KPIs, supporting quality initiatives for assigned product groups

Project Management Specialist

ConAgra Private Brands / THS Private Brands
08.2015 - 04.2017
  • Led the successful execution of approximately 40 low-complexity projects, coordinating material readiness, production scaling, and post-launch metrics tracking
  • Coordinated with stakeholders to establish clear objectives, expectations, and communication channels for successful project outcomes.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Elevated project team morale and engagement through regular recognition of individual accomplishments, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
  • Established strong working relationships with key stakeholders by maintaining open lines of communication, demonstrating empathy, and collaborating on mutually beneficial solutions.
  • Aligned project goals with organizational objectives for consistent strategic direction across all initiatives.
  • Managed resource allocation effectively by prioritizing tasks based on urgency, complexity, dependencies, or availability of skilled personnel.
  • Reduced project risks by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing mitigation strategies.
  • Facilitated regular progress meetings with stakeholders to maintain transparency, address concerns, and ensure alignment on key decisions.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.

Education

Project Management Certificate - Project Management

University of Missouri, St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri
01.2025

Professional development course focused on Jira and prep for CAPM certification.

Bachelor of Arts - Labor Relations/Employment Studies, Human Resources & Organizational Leadership

Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
12.2012

Concentrated in Organizational Leadership and Human Resources

Professional Certificate - Consumer Product Safety Management

Saint Louis University, St. Louis, Missouri
12.2010

Professional development course focused on CPG product safety and risk management.

Skills

  • Project Management:
  • Project planning, risk mitigation, scope management, Waterfall & Agile methodologies, mentoring, resource allocation, team leadership
  • Software Proficiency:
  • Microsoft Office 365, Smartsheet, MS Project, Jira, SAP, advanced Excel,
  • Strategic and Stakeholder Management:
  • Strategic planning, stakeholder communications, cross-functional collaboration, meeting facilitation
  • Problem-Solving and Decision-Making:
  • Advanced problem-solving, adaptability, risk analysis, solution implementation
  • Organizational and Multitasking Skills:
  • Organizational skills, multitasking, task prioritization, self-motivation

Additional Information

Additional professional experience and details to be provided upon request.

Timeline

Marketing Project Manager - E2E Pizza, General Mills
01.2023 - Current
Commercialization Manager - TNT Crust
01.2022 - 01.2023
Project Manager - Commercialization - Flagstone Foods
01.2019 - 12.2021
Sr. Commercialization Analyst, Snacks Division - Treehouse Foods / Flagstone Foods
04.2017 - 01.2019
Project Management Specialist - ConAgra Private Brands / THS Private Brands
08.2015 - 04.2017
University of Missouri, St. Louis - Project Management Certificate, Project Management
Pennsylvania State University - Bachelor of Arts, Labor Relations/Employment Studies, Human Resources & Organizational Leadership
Saint Louis University - Professional Certificate, Consumer Product Safety Management

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