Associate R&D Project Manager

System One; Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

System One seeks an Associate R&D Project Manager in Princeton, NJ, to steer high-visibility programs focused on global continuity and cost savings for a consumer products company.

The role leads cross-functional teams, manages a project portfolio, and uses Bubble PPM and MS Project to drive timelines. Strong communication and problem-solving are essential in a matrix, global environment.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree from an accredited institution.
• 2+ years CPG project management experience; OTC or regulated product experience is a plus.
• Global project management experience is a plus.
• PMP certification preferred but not required.
• Strong computer skills: PowerPoint, Excel, Word.
• Experience managing a global project portfolio.
• Experience leading multi-functional international teams.
• Excellent written and oral communication with senior management.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-resolution skills.
• Familiarity with Stage Gate product development.
• Experience with FDA regulated products preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex projects using Bubble PPM to meet business goals.
• Identify resource needs and ensure proper support across teams.
• Create timelines and drive deliverables to ship dates.
• Lead weekly cross-functional meetings to address issues and risks.
• Manage changes to protect business commitments; initiate change reviews.
• Use PMO tools to prepare, track, and report project status.
• Conduct Lessons Learned and apply insights to future projects.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of global PMO effectiveness.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Global coordination

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Bubble PPM

MS Project

Gantt charts

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Title: Associate R&D Project Manager
Location: Princeton, New Jersey
Type: Contract
Compensation: $50.00 - $55.00
Work Model: Hybrid - onsite and remote
Hours: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday

Overview

We're hiring a Project Manager to lead high-visibility initiatives focused on global operational continuity and cost savings for a reputable CPG (Consumer Product Goods) company. This is an opportunity to take ownership of projects that directly impact business performance, collaborate across teams, and help drive smarter, more efficient operations.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the Project Management tools (Bubble PPM - project and portfolio management software platform) to lead complex projects to help deliver the business goals.
• Identify project resource needs & work with PM leadership to ensure projects are properly supported. Ensure all team members understand their roles and accept their responsibilities.
• Create timelines for each project and drive deliverables to due dates to meet ship timing.
• Lead weekly multi-functional team meetings - address issues, discuss status updates and action items, analyze risk and identify contingency plans. Clearly communicate agenda, action items and status of projects.
• Manage changes to preserve business plan commitments. Initiate change management/reviews if objectives change.
• Utilize the PPM tools to prepare, track, and report on the project plan/status.
• Conduct Lessons Learned and report out key findings. Apply key learnings to management of future projects.
• Provide input to help continuously improve the effectiveness of the PMO globally.

Requirements

• BA/BS Degree (science preferred, but not required) from an accredited institution
• 2+ years CPG industry experience within project management OTC or regulated product categories experience a plus.
• Global project management experience a plus.
• PMP certified preferred but not required.
• Excellent computer skills (PowerPoint, Excel Spreadsheets, Word, etc).
• Experience successfully handling a portfolio of projects at a Global scale.
• Experience leading multi-functional international teams in a matrix organization.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) with experience presenting/tailoring discussions to all levels of management.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing priorities.
• Exceptional troubleshooting and problem resolution skills.
• Critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Project Management skills (MS Project, Gantt charts, cross-functional leadership).
• Familiarity with a Stage Gate product development process preferred.
• Experience with FDA regulated products preferred.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality.

• System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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