Change Management and Project Manager (Virtual/Remote)

$85,000 - $140,000/Yr

US Foods Holding - Rosemont, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Rosemont, IL

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The Change Management and Project Manager role at US Foods, Inc. is focused on leading change management strategies and project management initiatives to ensure successful project delivery. This position involves developing comprehensive project plans, facilitating stakeholder engagement, and fostering collaboration among teams. The role is fully remote, requiring occasional travel to the Rosemont office, and emphasizes continuous improvement and organizational learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of change management strategies, including stakeholder engagement, communications, training, and impact analysis.
• Create and implement project plans with integrated change strategies, covering scope, objectives, timelines, and budgets.
• Conduct meetings, including kick-off sessions, status updates, and reviews to keep stakeholders informed and engaged.
• Engage senior leaders to secure sponsorship and alignment around change initiatives.
• Create a supportive team environment that encourages collaboration and open communication.
• Continuously track progress, identify dependencies, and address risks promptly.
• Assess project outcomes and document lessons learned to refine strategies for future initiatives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated success in orchestrating project change and managing projects.
• Excellent communication skills and experience working with business leaders.
• Understanding of business strategy, operating models, and organizational structures.
• Knowledge of contemporary organizational change methodologies and engagement strategies.
• Ability to navigate complex and diverse situations, comfortable with ambiguity.
• Creative problem-solving skills for addressing organizational resistance to change.
• Strong coordination and planning skills for managing scheduling, resources, scope, budget, risks/issues, and communication.
• Experience in building and nurturing cross-functional relationships to align actions, share resources, and accomplish goals.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and anticipate risks.
• Proficient with project management tools, and/or other project management software and Microsoft Office applications.

Nice-to-haves

• Certification in change management preferred (e.g PROSCI).
• Certification in project management preferred (e.g., PMP, CAPM, CPM, CSM, or PMI-ACP).
• Experience in internal or external consulting with associated skills (project management, influencing skills, relationship management).

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Pre-tax spending accounts
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life insurance