Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd. is a company with a rich history, culture, and an indomitable spirit to do good. For the past 75+ years, Atlantic Packaging has worked towards preserving the environment and ensuring not a single tree is cut to manufacture boxes. We are proud to state that we save close to 14 million trees every year and continue to work towards achieving a greener planet!
Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd. is privately owned and is headquartered in Scarborough, ON.
Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd. has 6 US entities: York Container Pennsylvania, York Container Elgin, Skybox Packaging, Stand Fast Group, Blackhawk Corrugated, and Champion Container Corp; with locations in Illinois, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.
Job Summary:
The Strategic Program Manager is a pivotal role designed to support the Senior Vice President in executing the organization's strategic vision and managing key initiatives that drive our mission forward. The role requires a dynamic leader capable of influencing behavior, applying strategic thinking, executing effective program management, and driving operational excellence.
Essential Job Functions:
- Work directly with the executive leadership team to refine and implement the organization's strategic plan. Identify and prioritize strategic initiatives that align with the organization's goals.
- Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of critical programs and projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet strategic objectives.
- Lead organizational change efforts, ensuring that strategic projects are successfully implemented and that the intended benefits are achieved.
- Facilitate communication and decision-making processes related to strategic initiatives within the executive team.
- Serve as a key point of contact between the SVP and internal teams. Ensure clear communication and alignment across all stakeholders.
- Develop metrics to assess the impact of strategic initiatives and operational improvements. Use data to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Project Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic planning, program management, or executive support role, with a proven track record of success.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
- Experience in change management and operational improvement – working knowledge of continuous improvement methodology is an asset.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
- High level of discretion and professionalism, with the ability to handle sensitive information.
- Proficient in project management tools and software.
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We strive to create and maintain an inclusive and diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, veteran status, gender identity or any other legally protected status.
Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job.