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Project Manager

Timbuk2Cypress, CA, US
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Project Manager And Coordinator, Executive Initiatives

High-visibility, outcomes-first role that orchestrates execution across a portfolio of executive initiatives by turning decisions into clear plans, maintaining single sources of truth in Smartsheet, and ensuring follow-through to completion. Operates with discretion, polish, and strong judgment in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities and essential functions include :

  • Meeting operations : Drive agendas, capture decisions / actions live, and publish summaries within 24 hours (owners, due dates, next milestones).
  • Smartsheet expertise : Build and maintain sheets, reports, dashboards; implement cross-sheet formulas and automations; manage portfolio rollups.
  • Action follow-through : Responsive action items follow up and closure to help ensure schedule adherence and progress.
  • Executive communications : Produce concise weekly / biweekly updates and ad-hoc briefs that highlight what's on track, what's off, and decisions needed.
  • Lean and lightweight standards : Maintain simple, repeatable practices (actions, owners, dates, definitions of done)
  • Business-minded problem solving : Build understanding of business operations to apply practical and contextual judgment on projects to inform plans and actions.
  • Confidential CEO support : Coordinate select CEO initiatives with the same rigor as core projects.
  • Stakeholder management : Build trust with senior leaders and cross-functional teams; facilitate clear, timely communication and alignment.

Qualifications, skills, and education include :

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 46+ years in project coordination / operations, program management, PMO, or chief-of-staffadjacent roles.
  • Business acumen : Familiarity with business processes in a product company with manufacturing operations.
  • Smartsheet expert : Advanced sheets / reports / dashboards; cross-sheet formulas, cell linking, automated
  • Execution excellence : Translate discussion into plans, drive accountability, and deliver results in multi-stakeholder environments.
  • Communication & facilitation : Crisp writing, strong meeting facilitation, and executive presence.
  • Technical savvy : Comfort with data and integrations (Excel, PowerPoint, Lucidchart / Visio; bonus : Zapier / Power Automate or scripting).
  • Judgment & discretion : Handle sensitive information and CEO-level work with confidentiality and maturity.
  • Perks and benefits include :

  • Competitive salary
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Time off
  • Observed holidays
  • Employee discounts
  • Hit our numbers lunch
  • Tuition scholarships
  • About us : It all started in a small warehouse in California with just three employees, a fax machine and a bell that rang out every time a chair came down the conveyor belt. Over 25 years later, Exemplis continues to lead, innovate and disrupt an array of industries through its growing family of brands including SitOnIt Seating, Timbuk2, X-Chair, Maverick, Mavix, Edloe Finch, and Albany Park. From sustainable manufacturing to outreach programs and more, we strive to make a positive impact on everyone we serve. We make sure our people (and their communities) are at the core of our organization. To make a difference, we must be a champion of diversity, inclusion, service and social justice above all else. Are you ready to be a part of something special? We have headquarters, offices and retail stores across the U.S. (plus a variety of flexible work opportunities). Learn more and apply today.

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