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NONNI'S FOODS, LLC

Position: Office Manager

Department: People and Organization / Workplace Management

Reports To: Vice President, People & Organization

Location: Chicago, IL

Work Arrangement: Onsite

About Nonni's

Nonni's Foods is crafting premium baked experiences that bring joy to everyday moments.For over 30 years, we've been baking authentic Italian biscotti and specialty cookies that deliver both indulgence and quality. Nonni's is perfectly positioned at the intersection of premium quality and accessible luxury. And our products can be found in most major retailers across the USA and Canada.

Now part of the Ferrero ecosystem, one of the world's most respected family-owned sweet, packaged food companies — Nonni's is entering an exciting new chapter.We're combining our artisan baking heritage with Ferrero's global scale and resources to become their North American growth platform for premium baked goods, while staying true to the quality and authenticity that made Nonni's a household name.

We're building something enduring: a brand that brings people together, a culture that values craftsmanship and integrity, and a team that takes pride in making something truly special.

Job Overview:

The Office Manager serves as the operational hub for Nonni's Chicago headquarters, ensuring a welcoming, well-run workplace while providing hands-on HR administrative support. This role spans front-office operations, facilities coordination, and people team support — and is central to delivering a consistent, high-quality employee and visitor experience as we settle into our new home at the Old Post Office.

This position is critical to maintaining operational excellence during an exciting period of growth and integration following Nonni's acquisition by Ferrero in October 2024. As we transition to our new Chicago headquarters in the Old Post Office building, this role will be instrumental in ensuring continuity of operations, supporting our team through change, and establishing exceptional workplace standards that reflect both Nonni's artisan heritage and Ferrero's world-class operational excellence.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with people, and takes pride in creating an exceptional workplace experience. This position requires strong organizational skills, discretion with confidential information, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a positive, professional demeanor. Reporting to the People and Organization VP, this role partners closely with leadership, facilities, IT, and all functional teams to deliver seamless support.

Key Responsibilities:

Front Office & Reception

• Serve as the first point of contact for visitors, vendors, and employees, providing a warm and professional welcome
• Coordinate visitor management including guest check-in, issuing badges, and ensuring security protocols are followed
• Oversee conference room scheduling and ensure rooms are meeting-ready with necessary equipment and materials
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and courier services

Office Management & Facilities

• Manage office supplies inventory and vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective, timely procurement
• Coordinate office equipment maintenance and liaise with IT, procurement, and facilities teams for prompt resolution
• Oversee workspace organization, including coordination of moves, space planning, and workspace setup for new hires
• Maintain kitchen and common areas, including coordinating snack and beverage supplies
• Support transition activities related to the new Chicago headquarters in the Old Post Office building
• Ensure workplace health, safety, and emergency preparedness protocols are maintained
• Monitor and manage office-related expenses within budget

Administrative & HR Support

• Serve as a first point of contact for employee workplace questions and requests, routing to appropriate resources
• Support internal communications by distributing company announcements and coordinating messaging
• Partner with the People & Organization team on company-wide initiatives and employee engagement activities
• Assist with special projects and initiatives as assigned

Behavioral Competencies:

• Self-directed with strong follow-through and execution discipline
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Results-oriented with strong execution discipline
• Collaborative approach to cross-functional partnerships
• Clear, professional communicator — written and verbal
• Adaptability and resilience in fast-paced, evolving environments
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to work effectively in multicultural/multinational settings

Education and Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field or equivalent work experience
• 3–5 years of experience in office management, HR administration, or corporate facilities support
• Experience in a corporate office environment, preferably in food manufacturing
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Working knowledge HRIS systems and office management software preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a warm, professional demeanor
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Experience with office management procurement and budget management
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Proactive, self-motivated approach with ability to work independently

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting a recently acquired or integrated organization
• Bilingual capabilities (English/Spanish) preferred
• Event planning and coordination experience
• Experience with facilities management or office relocation projects
• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) or working toward certification

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position based in Chicago, IL (onsite position)
• Standard business hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with flexibility as needed
• Professional office environment
• Occasional light lifting (up to 25 lbs) for office supplies and event setup

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match
• Opportunity to shape the future of a growing premium food brand backed by global resources
• Access to Ferrero’s global expertise, best practices, and career development opportunities
• Collaborative culture that values innovation, quality, and excellence
• Work-life balance initiatives and flexibility as needed

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Nonni’s Foods, LLC, we believe that diversity drives innovation and strengthens our ability to serve our customers and communities. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We actively seek to create a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we delight.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrate diversity in all its forms, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, and all other protected characteristics.

We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering a workplace culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.

Nonni's Foods, LLC | A Ferrero affiliated Company

Position: Marketing Project Management Office (PMO) Manager

Department: Marketing/Brand Management/Operations Management

Report To: Chief Marketing Officer

Location: Chicago, IL

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 days in office)

About Nonni's

Who does not love cookies? Especially biscotti … those delicious cookies with an Italian flair! Founded in 1988 as a homage to an Italian grandmother, Nonni's Food Group is the leading Biscotti maker in the world and a recognized producer, marketer, and distributor of branded premium specialty cookies and healthier baked goods in North America. You will recognize our brands as Nonni's®, THINaddictives®, and La Dolce Vita® found in grocery, mass, club, and online retailers everywhere. Nonni's produces its traditional biscotti using the original family recipe focused on real ingredients and exceptional taste, now bringing this expertise into healthier snacking. Our mission to continually delight consumers with a range of baked goods that create loyalty beyond reason is the foundation for the continued success of the company and the part we play in bringing happiness to consumers every day. Our strong value set focused on respecting and listening to our people, having lofty expectations of ourselves, empowering our people to make decisions, operating as a "team-of-teams," continuous learning, and constant communication enable us to deliver consistently delectable goodness to the marketplace.

Job Overview

The Project Management Office (PMO) Manager at Nonni's Bakery serves as the central orchestrator of product development and commercialization processes. This strategic role owns the Stage Gate process, manages masterdata integrity, and leads cross-functional project teams from concept through launch. The PMO Manager ensures efficient project execution, drives time-to-market acceleration, and maintains process excellence across R&D, Marketing, Operations, and Sales functions. This position requires exceptional organizational capabilities, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead without direct authority in a fast-paced CPG environment within the Ferrero organization.

Key Responsibilities

Process Development:

• Own and continuously optimize the Stage Gate process for new product development and existing product modifications
• Coordinate cross-functional activities to simplify workflows and accelerate time-to-market while maintaining quality standards
• Ensure process completeness, data accuracy, and compliance throughout all development stages
• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies; implement process improvements and best practices
• Develop and maintain process documentation, guidelines, and training materials
• Escalate critical issues, delays, or resource constraints to appropriate stakeholders in a timely manner

Recipe Development & Management:

• Monitor and track recipe development activities across multiple concurrent projects
• Manage recipe variations and ensure version control and documentation accuracy
• Assess downstream impacts of recipe changes on manufacturing, procurement, and quality
• Resolve timing conflicts and content discrepancies in collaboration with R&D and Operations
• Facilitate recipe approval workflows and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements

Masterdata Management:

• Oversee creation, maintenance, and accuracy of critical masterdata including product specifications, recipes, packaging details, and SKU information
• Ensure reliable information flow across all project stages and business systems
• Collaborate with IT, Operations, and Finance to resolve data discrepancies and maintain system integrity
• Support business decision-making through accurate and timely data availability
• Drive improvements in IT infrastructure, data management systems, and applications
• Establish data governance standards and quality control procedures

Program/Project Management:

• Lead end-to-end direction, coordination, implementation, execution, and control of product development projects and programs
• Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, timelines, and resource allocation strategies
• Report project progress to leadership and stakeholders with clear, concise status updates
• Proactively identify and flag potential problems, risks, and issues; escalate for timely resolution
• Prioritize competing project activities and ensure appropriate resource allocation across the portfolio
• Facilitate project team meetings, track deliverables, and maintain accountability for milestones
• Implement quality assurance measures and ensure projects meet defined success criteria
• Manage project scope changes and maintain alignment with business objectives

Cross-functional Team Leadership:

• Lead cross-functional project teams through complex product changes from simple line extensions to major innovations
• Establish and maintain consistent ways of working within and across project teams
• Provide direction, support, and coaching to project team members
• Foster collaboration between R&D, Marketing, Sales, Operations, Procurement, Quality, and other functions
• Build strong working relationships across all organizational levels
• Drive accountability and commitment to project deliverables and timelines

Cross-Collaboration:

Internal Teams: R&D, Marketing, Sales, Manufacturing Plants, Procurement, Quality & Food Safety, Finance, People & Organization, Regulatory & Business Planning

External/Other Entities: IT, cross-functional business units within the Ferrero Group, external vendors and partners

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Food Science, or related field; MBA preferred
• 5-8 years of progressive experience in project/program management roles within CPG companies
• Working knowledge of full commercialization lifecycle from ideation through launch validation
• Proven ability to manage up, down, and across organizational structures
• Excellent project management and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple complex initiatives simultaneously
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to analyze situations quickly and develop actionable plans under pressure
• Action-oriented mindset with ability to think and react to rapidly changing circumstances
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills
• Strong leadership abilities with proven success leading and motivating cross-functional teams
• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Project and Microsoft Excel
• Experience with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Stage Gate)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Food manufacturing or baked goods industry experience
• Knowledge of Ferrero culture, processes, and organizational structure
• Familiarity with SAP, PLM systems, or similar enterprise software
• Experience with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)
• Background in data governance and master data management
• Understanding of food safety, quality systems, and regulatory compliance

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position based in Chicago, IL - Hybrid arrangement (3 days per week onsite)
• Occasional travel to manufacturing facilities and Ferrero offices may be required (15%)

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal consideration.