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Project Manager ( 22 months contract )
@ Sobeys
Mississauga, Ontario
Requirements summary:
- Ability to apply agile, waterfall or hybrid methodologies as appropriate to optimize project delivery and stakeholder engagement.
- Develop clear and attainable project objectives, build project requirements, and manage the triple constraint of cost, time, and quality.
- Demonstrate ability to lead effectively through ambiguity by bringing structure, clarity, and direction to complex, evolving initiatives.
- Ensure efficient use of financial resources to meet project delivery requirements.
- Qualifications And Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline with 5+ years of experience in project management, including overseeing complex, cross-functional projects or workstreams.
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- 2026-11-15
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Sobeys
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Full company description
Sobeys Inc. is proudly Canadian, with more than 115 years of experience in the food retail business. As one of only two national grocery retailers in Canada, we serve the food shopping needs of Canadians with approximately 1,600 stores in all 10 provinces under retail banners that include Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods and Lawtons Drugs, as well as more than 350 retail fuel locations. We are a family nurturing families – is our collective passion and mission to nurture the things that make life better, including great experiences, families, communities and the lives of our employees. More information on Sobeys Inc. can be found at www.corporate.sobeys.com. Sobeys inc. est une entreprise fièrement canadienne comptant plus de 115 ans d'expérience dans le commerce de détail alimentaire. Nous sommes l'un des deux seuls détaillants alimentaires présents dans tout le Canada, et répondons aux besoins en épicerie de notre clientèle par l'entremise de nos quelque 1 600 magasins répartis dans chacune des dix provinces et arborant l'une ou l'autre de nos diverses enseignes dont Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods et Lawtons Drugs, ainsi que de nos plus de 350 stations d'essence. Notre raison d'être - nous sommes une famille qui nourrit l'esprit de famille - s'incarne aussi dans notre passion et notre mission communes, soit cultiver ce qui rend la vie plus agréable : les expériences exceptionnelles, la famille, les collectivités et la vie de nos employés. Pour plus de renseignements sur Sobeys inc., veuillez consulter la page www.corporate.sobeys.com/fr.
- LinkedIn followers
- 165,456
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 17,862
- Reported office locations
- 115 King Street, Stellarton, Nova Scotia B0K 1S0, CA
- 17220 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton, Alberta T5S 1K6, CA
- 4980 Tahoe Blvd., Mississauga, Ontario L4W 0C7, CA
- 11281 Albert-Hudon Boulevard, Montreal, Quebec H1G 3J5, CA
- Business categories
- Food and Beverage
- Grocery
- Hospitality
- Retail
- Other recorded names
- Sobeys
- Specialties
- Grocery / Épicerie
- Retail / Commerce de détail
- Distribution / Distribution
- Corporate / Entreprise
- and Pharmacy & Healthcare / Pharmacie
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 300,000,000
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Sobeys Inc. is proudly Canadian, with more than 115 years of experience in the food retail business. As one of only two national grocery retailers in Canada, we serve the food shopping needs of Canadians with approximately 1,600 stores in all 10 provinces under retail banners that include Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods and Lawtons Drugs, as well as more than 350 retail fuel locations. We are…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Retail |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Stellarton, Nova Scotia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1907 |
| Specialties | Grocery / ÉpicerieRetail / Commerce de détailDistribution / DistributionCorporate / Entrepriseand Pharmacy & Healthcare / Pharmacie |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 551 |
| View page |
Sobeys is full of exciting opportunities, and we are always looking for bright new talent to join our team! We currently have a 22 months contract opportunity for a Project Manager. This role is based out of office located in Mississauga, ON.
Note - Please read before applying. This role is not an Incorporated/Consulting role. This will be a Direct Contract in T4 with the company.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Planning and Execution Management:
- Lead the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closing of a projects.
- Proficiency in Planview (or similar project portfolio management tools) is considered an asset.
- Ability to apply agile, waterfall or hybrid methodologies as appropriate to optimize project delivery and stakeholder engagement.
- Develop clear and attainable project objectives, build project requirements, and manage the triple constraint of cost, time, and quality.
- Create and manage the project plan to ensure delivery within budget, timelines, and expected outcomes.
- Monitor project status and manage deliverables to ensure quality standards and goals are achieved.
- Manage any changes in the project in accordance with project change management controls.
- Facilitate the completion of core project documents, including but not limited to Project Brief, Project Charter, RAID log, and others.
- Stakeholder Engagement and Leadership:
- Effectively communicate and engage with all stakeholders, focusing on the senior sponsor, to drive project engagement and ensure delivery is in alignment with business goals.
- Demonstrate ability to lead effectively through ambiguity by bringing structure, clarity, and direction to complex, evolving initiatives.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and foster strong relationships to support project success.
- Lead and manage project teams, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure high performance.
- Support and contribute to departmental continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing processes, efficiency, and overall project management maturity.
- Risk and Issue Management:
- Identify, assess, and manage project risks to mitigate potential impacts.
- Ensure risks/issues are identified and escalated appropriately and in a time-sensitive manner.
- Oversee the financial management of the project, including managing the in-year budget, multi-year financials, and benefits realization in partnership with finance.
- Ensure efficient use of financial resources to meet project delivery requirements.
- Resource Management:
- Plan and manage resource assignments with project sponsors and key stakeholders.
- Ensure optimal allocation and utilization of resources to achieve project goals.
- Communication and Reporting:
- Provide regular, clear, and concise visibility into project status, including key decisions, dependencies, issues, risks, and metrics.
- Maintain up-to-date project documentation, status reports, and stakeholder communications throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prepare and deliver high-quality presentations and reports to senior executives and stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline with 5+ years of experience in project management, including overseeing complex, cross-functional projects or workstreams.
- Experience in retail industry preferred.
- Proficiency in managing project budgets and strong financial acumen.
- Experience in managing difficult stakeholders and influencing at the VP level.
- Agility in problem-solving within project management, utilizing both traditional and innovative methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability in coaching and developing team members.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or MBA preferred.
- Bilingualism in English and French would be an asset.
- The candidate will be expected to work with peers in other provinces in the development, development and implementation of tools and processes across Canada, as well as provide support to Sobeys employees across Canada.
Sobeys is one of Canada’s leading grocery retailers, with more than 1,600 stores across all 10 provinces and banners including Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, and Lawtons Drug Stores. Our 128,000 teammates and franchise affiliates are passionate about delivering great food and exceptional experiences to our customers and communities.
Learn More About Our Story And Culture
Who We Are | Why Work With Us
Total Rewards
We offer a Total Rewards package designed to support teammates at work and in life. Depending on role and eligibility, teammates may receive health and dental benefits, retirement and savings programs including an Employee Share Ownership Plan, a 10% in-store discount at participating banners, virtual healthcare and an Employee and Family Assistance Program, learning and development opportunities, parental leave top-up, and paid vacation.
Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. To learn more about this opportunity including the expected range of compensation in accordance with Pay Transparency Legislation where required please click the “I’m interested” or "Apply" button above. Individual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity within the range provided.
Additional Information
External websites may share our organization's job postings which includes compensation information based on similar roles and market benchmarks. These figures are provided for general comparison purposes only and are not issued or verified by our organization.
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support efficiencies in the candidate screening, assessment, and recruitment processes. These AI tools do not make hiring decisions on behalf of the Company. Hiring decisions are made by our Hiring Teams.
Sobeys is committed to creating accessible and inclusive hiring processes. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.
Please note: Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work.
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