Melissa Magee

About Melissa Magee

I’m Melissa, a bilingual Project & Portfolio Manager who has built a career on navigating change, operationalizing clarity, and helping others unlock the confidence to do the same. My path hasn’t been linear, and that’s exactly why I lead with adaptability, systems thinking, and the belief that diverse backgrounds are strategic strengths.With 16+ years across international nonprofit, education, and global manufacturing, I now manage a $72M+ commercial and NPD portfolio, drive digital transformation, and lead cross‑functional initiatives across Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Quality, Marketing, and Sales. I create order out of complexity, build scalable processes, and help teams thrive through change. What I Do-Lead complex commercial and NPD portfolios aligned to strategic and customer priorities-Build and optimize processes that increase visibility and reduce bottlenecks-Drive digital transformation through SharePoint automation, workflow digitization, Salesforce enhancements, and PPM framework rollout-Apply ADKAR and change‑management principles to ensure adoption and sustainable improvement Why I Do It-Great systems don’t just create efficiency, they create clarity, accountability, and confidence. I know what it’s like to pivot careers, learn new industries fast, and rebuild a professional identity with intention. I help others do the same. Community & Career DevelopmentEmpowering career changers into project management is one of my core missions. I’ve built resources that have supported thousands of professionals, including-Project Manager Accelerator (PMA) — a course and community for career changers building real PM skills-PMP Application Ebook — helping hundreds of non‑traditional PMs get their PMP applications approved-Free Resume Template — downloaded times by career changers translating their experience into PM languageI also teach outcome‑based communication, mentor aspiring PMs, and share tools and templates to make project management more accessible and inclusive. What I BelieveYour background is an asset — not a barrier.Your story matters.With the right structure and support, anyone can thrive in project management. Let’s ConnectIf you’re exploring a career pivot, deepening your PM skills, or interested in operational and portfolio excellence, I’d love to connect and hear your story.

Experience

1. Project & Portfolio Manager - B2b

   Chaucer

   Feb 2025 — Present

   Manage a dynamic portfolio of 120+ commercial and NPD projects totaling $72M+ across three B2B Account Managers, ensuring strategic alignment, resource optimization, and on‑time delivery of customer‑committed initiatives.• Eliminated approval inefficiencies in the Capex process by implementing an automated SharePoint workflow, reducing approval cycle time by up to 90% and preventing price‑increase re‑quotes, resulting in $40K–$60K in annual cost avoidance across $11M+ in projects.• Spearheaded $80K in facility upgrades—including staff areas and conference rooms—completed within 3 months; led end‑to‑end execution spanning contractor coordination, plumbing, design, procurement, and installation, delivering all scope on time and under budget.• Co‑led the global rollout of a unified Project & Portfolio Management (PPM) framework across B2B and B2C teams, introducing standardized tools, workflows, governance structures, and visibility dashboards to strengthen global execution.• Co‑led an enterprise Salesforce optimization initiative with global stakeholders, enhancing user experience, improving customer‑engagement workflows, and increasing data visibility through dashboards, dynamic forms, and streamlined processes.• Led the cross‑functional deployment of the Americas SharePoint site and Shared Calendar using ADKAR change‑management principles, driving a 341% increase in page views and a 560% rise in unique visitors within the first 30 days.• Drove operational improvements across customer onboarding, NPD trial management, and Capex workflows by digitizing approvals, eliminating manual bottlenecks, and enabling closer alignment between Production, Supply Chain, Finance, Quality, Marketing, and Sales.• Represent Chaucer Foods at key industry trade shows—including Expo West, National Restaurant Association, and IFT FIRST—to support customer engagement, partnership development, and commercial growth opportunities.

Education

• George Fox University

  B. A., History, Christian Ministries: Educational Emphasis

• Willamette University

  Master's degree, Teaching: Secondary Education