Nuclear Pharma Project Manager: Lead Regulated Projects

Cardinal Health; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 81,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off plan

401k savings plan

HSA

FSAs

Disability coverage

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead sponsored product initiatives from concept to launch and post-launch analysis in a regulated medical environment. You will coordinate across Product, Engineering, Sales, Marketing and Legal to ensure alignment and timely delivery.

The role emphasizes risk management, budgeting, and a data-driven approach to decision-making, with collaboration across internal teams and external sponsors in a fast-paced setting.

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, preferred with a strong track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency with project management software and/ or Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Experience working with external clients or partners in a project management capacity.

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

Stakeholder management

Agile/Scrum

Excel

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

PMP/CSM certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Project management software

Job description

Cardinal Health is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead sponsored product initiatives from concept to launch and post-launch analysis in a regulated medical environment. You will coordinate across Product, Engineering, Sales, Marketing and Legal to ensure alignment and timely delivery.

The role emphasizes risk management, budgeting, and a data-driven approach to decision-making, with collaboration across internal teams and external sponsors in a fast-paced setting.