Manager, Specification and PLM Migration

Role Overview

• Create, update, and maintain product specifications and related technical attributes required for product packaging execution, commercialization, and operational readiness for new and existing products.
• Execute specification and master data migration activities into the new PLM solution, including data mapping, cleansing, transformation, loading, and post-load validation in accordance with defined governance and workflows.
• Organize and analyze formulation, processing, and specification parameters to ensure operational and regulatory compliance requirements are met and accurately reflected within PLM/PDM workflows.
• Partner with R&D, Packaging, Regulatory, FSQA, Operations, and Business Operations to obtain, verify, and maintain required inputs (e.g., ingredient/processing details, label statements, claims support, nutrition attributes) to enable compliant packaging and label readiness.
• Provide regulatory and compliance support by communicating requirements and data-driven guidance to stakeholders; apply sound judgment in critical situations where inaccurate information could delay approvals or disrupt production.
• Troubleshoot and respond quickly to PLM/PDM and legacy system interface issues; coordinate resolution with project team/IT and communicate impacts to affected teams to keep product work moving.
• Prepare and maintain audit-ready documentation and data traceability, including version control, data quality checks, and adherence to defined PLM governance, change control, and approval workflows.
• Analyze, interpret, and present data (e.g., specification completeness, migration status, compliance gaps) for effective communication to business partners and R&D/FSQA leadership.

Requirements

• Experience creating and maintaining product specifications and critical technical data within structured workflows (PLM/PDM preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to organize, cleanse, and validate large data sets; strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
• Knowledge of regulatory labeling and compliance concepts; previous experience with USDA/FSIS label approval processes is a plus.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply sound judgment in high-impact compliance or production situations.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project timelines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate with functional partners and business unit leadership.
• PhD with minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
• M.S. with minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• B.S. with minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
• No degree with minimum of 10 years relevant experience

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• Affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
• Education Assistance Program