Job Description

Description

Publix Super Markets tops the list of privately-owned supermarkets in the US. We are privately-owned, hold no long-term debt and continue to grow year after year. Publix and our associates excel in community involvement, volunteerism, and environmental sustainability. Our collective commitment to diversity has contributed to our success in being a great place to work and shop. Its satisfying to work for and be an owner in a Fortune 100 company that is widely recognized as a leader in the supermarket industry.

Within our Corporate Legal department, the regulatory and compliance team provides timely and cost-effective legal services of the highest caliber. Ideal candidates have exceptional writing, listening, and communication skills. They have high levels of applied judgement and people skills to work productively when faced with challenging work situations and time pressures.

* lead, facilitate, and oversee cross-functional teams to help define and develop the strategic vision for each new store and supplemental liquor store
* provide subject matter expertise to identify and maintain renewal of permits and licenses required to execute strategy
* manage the corporate governance of Publix subsidiaries (business entities)
* perform legal research for the development and maintenance of Publixs corporate compliance programs
* hire, manage, mentor, and provide daily operational guidance to internal talent and direct reports

Required Qualifications
* Bachelors degree in Project Management, Business Management or other related Business major, or equivalent related work experience
* at least two years independently managing business projects (i.e., serving as lead for improvement efforts with defined deliverables/outcomes)
* at least one year of experience overseeing or applying for grocery retail licenses/permits
* knowledge of project management techniques, including defining project scope, identifying deliverables, determining timelines, setting project milestones, and leading/managing projects through completion
* general knowledge of retail grocery store licenses and permits and the respective licensing authorities
* knowledge of communication types and vehicles used to communicate and manage the status of projects, such as project plans and memos
* strong analytical abilities, especially ability to independently exercise sound judgment
* ability to visualize the big picture and think outside of the box
* ability to multi-task
* strong research and organizational skills
* basic knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint and Access
* intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
* ability to work extended hours and occasional nights/weekends

Preferred Qualifications
* Bachelors degree in Project Management, Business Management, or other related Business major
* four or more years of experience independently managing business projects (i.e., serving as lead for improvement efforts with defined deliverables/outcomes)
* two or more years of management experience
* three or more years of experience overseeing or applying for grocery retail licenses/ permits
* knowledge of the Publix organization and its structure, business functions, and processes
* intermediate knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint and Access
* advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
* advanced knowledge of retail grocery store licenses and permits, and the laws and regulations governing the application, maintenance, and renewals of licenses and permits
* Certified Project Manager (CPM), Mater Project Manager (MPM), Professional in Project Management (PPM), or Project Management Professional (PMP)
* Certified Paralegal (CP) or Certified Legal Assistant (CLA)