Michael Bearer
Cross-Functional Leadership & Project Management
- Role
- Project Manager at The J.M. Smucker Co.
- Location
- Akron, OH, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Michael Bearer
Marketing project owner with expertise in commercialization, portfolio strategy, and customer-facing execution. Thrives at turning complex initiatives into structured, executable plans, whether it’s leading innovation pipelines, advancing stage gate processes, or managing large-scale product launches.Experience includes- Driving measurable results through forecasting, product launch execution, and cross-functional alignment- Partnering with Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, R&D, and customer teams to deliver outcomes that balance speed with risk management- Earning recognition from customer partners and internal leadership for bringing clarity, stability, and value from planning through launch.Motivated by solving complex challenges, building trust across functions, and ensuring every project delivers tangible business impact.
Experience
Project Manager
Nov 2025 — Present · Orrville, OH, US
Education
Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Miami University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Miami University
Bachelor of Arts - BA
Skills
- Social Networking
- Social Media Marketing
- Retail
- Public Speaking
- Leadership
- Enlisting Others
- Customer Service
- Event Planning
- Management
- Editing
- Work Ethic
- Teamwork
- Sustain Support
- Ethical Decision Making
- Passion for Success
- Coaching
- Gain Trust
- Content Marketing
- Project Management
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