Confectionery Program Manager

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Confectionery Program Manager managing outreach science programs at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Overseeing operations, supporting research, and facilitating educational activities in confectionery sciences.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeMadison • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $80,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversees and manages the operations of the confectionery science outreach program
Leads the implementation of outreach focused strategic initiatives
Supports confectionery research and educational activities
Ensures that programs effectively serve students and industry professionals
Manages multiple confectionery programs across various content areas
Collaborates with diverse research teams and stakeholders both within and beyond the University
Assists in facilitating instruction for one or more courses
Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction
Monitors the unit or program budget and approves program expenditures
May exercise supervisory authority over employees
Supervises the implementation of outreach-program-focused strategic planning initiatives and objectives
Reviews recommendations for and provides input on the design and development of new outreach programs or services
Develops and implements operating policies and procedures to promote the outreach program

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 2 years of professional experience coordinating or managing outreach, educational, or training programs, including contributing to strategic planning, program development, or continuous improvement initiatives
Experience supervising staff, student employees, or project teams, including assigning work, providing guidance or training, and monitoring task completion or performance
Experience developing, implementing, or maintaining operating procedures, policies, or program workflows
Experience with purchasing and/or approving and tracking program expenditures
Master’s degree required in Food Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or closely related discipline; PhD preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off
competitive insurances and savings accounts
retirement benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

Program DevelopmentContinuous ImprovementOperating ProceduresProgram WorkflowsExpenditure Tracking

Soft Skills

CollaborationInstruction FacilitationGuidance and Training

Certifications

Master’s Degree in Food ScienceMaster’s Degree in ChemistryMaster’s Degree in Engineering