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ANYA MINNIES

PROJECT & PROGRAM MANAGER
CERTIFIED PSM-1 SCRUM MASTER | CPG INNOVATION LEADER

Results-driven project leader with a proven track record of driving branded innovation, private label development, and commercialization across condiments, sauces, and seasonings. Key contributor to category expansions for Duke’s Mayo and Mateo’s Salsa in both retail and foodservice channels. Certified Scrum Master with a Technology Project Management certificate from the University of Miami and a background in government software proposals. Skilled in leading cross-functional initiatives across Agile and Waterfall methodologies, aligning technical and non-technical stakeholders, and delivering complex projects on time and under budget. Known for blending CPG execution with technical fluency to lead projects from concept through launch with clarity, speed, and measurable impact.

Work
Experience

Apr 2023 - Present

Project Manager (formerly Project Specialist)
Duke's Mayo (Sauer Brands, Inc.) - Richmond, VA

Progressively advanced into a program-level leadership role overseeing branded innovation, formula development, and cross-functional execution for both retail and foodservice. Leads high-impact initiatives across private label and branded portfolios, driving new item development, commercialization, and operational alignment.

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  • Sole project manager overseeing all product development and commercialization across five national brands, including Duke’s Mayo, Mateo’s Salsa, Kernel Seasons, and The Spice Hunter

  • Lead cross-functional programs across Condiments & Spices business units—from ideation to launch—covering branded innovation, packaging changes, customer RFPs, and formula customization

  • Drive strategic alignment across R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing, and Sales to ensure OTIFNE delivery and margin improvement

  • Manage full project lifecycles, including private label launches, packaging updates, go-to-market execution, and formula rollouts

  • Serve as the point of accountability for complex customer-driven projects, guiding stakeholder decision-making from initiation through delivery

  • Coordinate project timelines, identify risks, and align cross-functional teams to support speed-to-market and business objectives

  • Facilitate operational meetings that drive prioritization, resource planning, and transparent project tracking

  • Optimize SKU portfolios through rationalization and cost/margin analysis to reduce complexity and improve profitability

  • Identify and implement scalable processes and tools that support faster execution and repeatable cross-functional workflows

  • Partner with executive leadership on prioritization, resource allocation, and long-term planning across product pipelines

Jul 2022 - Apr 2023

Project Specialist
Duke's Mayo (Sauer Brands, Inc.) - Richmond, VA

Supported the Condiments Business Unit as the company’s sole project manager, executing new product timelines, managing packaging changes, and driving cross-functional coordination across R&D, Supply Chain, and Marketing.

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  • Managed product development timelines to ensure OTIFNE execution for branded and private label launches

  • Led cross-functional communication to align internal teams, track milestones, and mitigate risks

  • Executed packaging changes while minimizing inventory liability and supply chain disruption

  • Supported SKU rationalization and process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce complexity

  • Contributed to the development of scalable workflows and best practices for cross-functional project execution

Jun 2021 - Oct 2021

Proposal Coordinator
Blue Capture Consulting - Arlington, VA

Supported end-to-end development of federal RFP responses for government software and service contracts. Led proposal coordination, compliance tracking, and content development in partnership with SMEs, graphic designers, and executive stakeholders.

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  • Led proposal planning, document formatting, and compliance tracking for live bids

  • Created templates, graphics, and boilerplate content to streamline submission process

  • Collaborated cross-functionally to build persuasive responses aligned to client requirements and acquisition strategy

Aug 2016 - Jun 2021

Property & Administrative Support Roles
Healthcare Realty + Meadows & Ohly - Richmond, VA

Supported property management operations for 8+ medical office buildings totaling over 1.1 million sq. ft. Oversaw construction and maintenance projects, managed vendor relationships, and served as a front-facing liaison for tenants and contractors.

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  • Managed vendor services, contracts, and compliance across multiple medical office properties

  • Coordinated construction projects exceeding $1.5M in value, including scheduling, invoicing, and permitting

  • Maintained inspection records and supported preventive maintenance and capital improvements

  • Acted as primary point of contact for tenant relations and service issue resolution

Certifications

Certified Scrum Master - PSM I

Technology Project Management Certificate - University of Miami

PMP Certification - In Progress (Expected 2026)

Skills
& Expertise

Tools & Platforms

Jira (Epics, Stories, Dashboards, Velocity Charts), Confluence, Wrike, Asana

Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Google Workspace, CRM Platforms, Power BI

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Project Methodologies
Agile (Scrum, Kanban), Waterfall, Hybrid PM, SDLC
Scope Management, Risk Mitigation, Schedule & Budget Tracking

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Leadership & Communication

Project Management, Business Analysis, Cross-Functional Leadership
Executive Communication, Stakeholder Alignment, Problem Solving,

Critical Thinking, Team Building

Education

Technology Project Management, Certificate Program

2022

University of Miami

2013

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration & International Business Management

Virginia Commonwealth University

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