Panera Bread

Compensation

Full Description

Panera is seeking a motivated Project Manager to oversee and deliver key initiatives within our Project Management Office (PMO). This role requires strong organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to coordinate across teams in both IT and business environments. The Project Manager will ensure projects are executed successfully, meeting scope, schedule, and budget requirements. Key Responsibilities • Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and status reports • Track project budgets and provide financial updates as needed • Coordinate and communicate with stakeholders to ensure alignment • Lead daily and weekly standups to monitor progress • Collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues and maintain momentum • Identify risks and escalate or mitigate them appropriately • Apply problem-solving skills to keep projects on track Qualifications (Education & Experience) • 3–5 years of experience as a Project Manager (IT or business projects preferred) • Demonstrated success managing medium-to-large projects • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills • Ability to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, or related field (preferred) • PMP, Agile, or other project management certifications (preferred but not required) Working Conditions • Hybrid/remote work environment with occasional travel as needed • Regularly required to sit, stand, talk, hear, and use hands/fingers to operate a computer and other office equipment What We Offer • Opportunity to manage impactful projects that support Panera’s growth • Collaborative, supportive culture with opportunities to learn and advance • Competitive compensation and benefits package Additional Description : Competitive Pay $78,211 to $109,495 annually.