Ken Kanowitz
Associate Project Manager - Trade Merchandising @Hasbro
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WORK HISTORY
Associate Project Manager - Trade Merchandising @Hasbro
Took over a project pipeline of 40+ existing projects in various stages while simultaneously initiating new projects.Implemented the use of a waterfall-within-agile project management approach to reduce project phase bottlenecks. Collaborate and coordinate efforts with remote, geographically dispersed cross-functional teams to drive projects toward milestones and completion while eliminating rework and unnecessary costs.Facilitate weekly meetings with my vendor teams and various sales teams.Created documentation and communication plans to share project details and planning processes across multiple teams and departments. I use my analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and minimize risks while maintaining profitability, project schedules, and within budget.Worked with the finane team ot identify financial outliers on frequently updated forms. Initiated efforts to reduce storage fees and waste costs by eliminating excess build quantities, reducing rework, and leveraging company-owned storage.Reduced year-over-year storage fees for my area by more than 60%.Developed a \"shared display\" program to maximize profitability by capitalizing on volume by getting multiple accounts to use the same display.
EDUCATION
University of Colorado Denver
Specialization, Agile Leadership
University of California, Davis
SQL for Data Science
Colorado Mountain College
BSBA, Business Administration, Management and Operations
Colorado Mountain College
Bachelor of Business Administration
SKILLS
ABOUT KEN KANOWITZ
Project Manager with 15+ years of leadership experience driving operational excellence, process improvement, and organizational change across retail, e-commerce, and finance. Certified in Project Management, Agile, and Scrum, I specialize in leading cross-functional teams through change management initiatives such as launching new systems, optimizing workflows, and delivering projects that align with business goals and elevate the customer experience.I’ve hired and developed hundreds of employees, many of whom have moved into leadership roles. My approach blends people-centered leadership with data-driven strategy, enabling organizations to adapt and thrive through digital transformation. Skilled in Jira, Smartsheet, Asana, and Power BI, I use technology to align teams, track deliverables, and keep driving projects towards business and customer-focused outcomes.I’m passionate about building strong teams, simplifying complexity, and leading projects that create lasting impact for both people and businesses. I’m also deeply committed to continuous education. I regularly take courses to expand my knowledge of emerging technologies, automation, and evolving project methodologies to stay ahead in an ever-changing professional landscape.
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