Nuclear Contract Manufacturing Project Lead

Cardinal Health; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 81,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401k savings plan

Paid time off

HSA

FSAs

Disability coverage

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking a skilled Project Manager for Nuclear Manufacturing to lead multiple sponsored product initiatives from concept to post-launch analysis. You will coordinate between Product, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and Legal while ensuring scope, timelines, and budgets are met.

The role requires 2–4 years of PM experience in regulated medical/pharma settings, strong communication, and proficiency with PM software and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (scientific or technical) or equivalent work experience preferred.
• 4-8 years of experience preferred (regulated medical and/or pharmaceutical field).
• 2-4 years of proven project management experience with a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency with project management software and/or Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• PM (PMP), CSM, or other relevant project management certification preferred.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Experience working with external clients or partners in a project management capacity.
• Understanding of data analytics and reporting tools relevant to advertising performance.

Responsibilities

• Leads the planning, execution, and successful delivery of multiple sponsored product projects from conception through launch and post-launch analysis.
• Serves as the primary liaison between internal teams (Product, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Legal) and external sponsors, ensuring clear communication, presentation of project details, alignment, and expectation management.
• Collaborates with Product and Sales teams to define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success metrics that align with overall sponsored product strategy and revenue goals.
• Develops and manages detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, proactively identifying and mitigating risks to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.
• Facilitates effective communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams, ensuring all parties are informed, engaged, and accountable for their contributions.
• Continuously identifies opportunities to optimize project management processes, tools, and best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Tracks project progress, reports on key milestones, and conducts post-mortem analyses to capture lessons learned and inform future initiatives.
• Ensures that all sponsored product deliverables meet high-quality standards and align with brand guidelines and technical specifications.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Agile/Scrum

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

PM certification

Excel

Vendor/Client mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree in scientific/technical field

Tools

Project management software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Cardinal Health is seeking a skilled Project Manager for Nuclear Manufacturing to lead multiple sponsored product initiatives from concept to post-launch analysis. You will coordinate between Product, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and Legal while ensuring scope, timelines, and budgets are met.

The role requires 2–4 years of PM experience in regulated medical/pharma settings, strong communication, and proficiency with PM software and Excel.