Project Manager

Lubrizol Corporation; Brecksville (OH); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus

401(k) match

HSA

Paid holidays & leave

Job summary

Lubrizol Life Science is seeking a Project Manager in Brecksville, OH to lead critical innovation projects within Beauty and Home. You will oversee multi-functional teams, manage scope, timelines, and budgets, and drive project management processes for sustainable growth.

The role operates in a matrix organization with 4 days in-office and 1 day from home. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of leadership in complex projects, plus strong PM principles and MS Project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Minimum 5 years leading large, complex projects.
• Minimum 5 years in a matrix organizational structure.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles; PMP certification is a plus.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project).
• Outstanding organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-functional project teams and manage top-priority innovation projects.
• Define project scope, timeline, and budget; track progress against plan.
• Drive PM processes to improve innovation success rates.
• Communicate status to business leadership on milestones and budgets.
• Coach and raise PM competency within LLS.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

PM principles

MS Project

Planning

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Shape the Future with Us. At Lubrizol, we’re transforming the specialty chemicals market through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion. As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact - on your career, your community, and the world around you.

Location: Brecksville, Ohio (to transition to Wickliffe by 2028)

Travel: Infrequent; around 10% at most.

Job Type: Full-time / On-site (4 days in office, 1 from home)

Hours:Standard Core Hours with Flexibility (Global Support)

How You’ll Make an Impact

As a Project Manager you'll be at the forefront of our innovation, driving specialty chemical solutions forward. You'll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life.

This position is in Lubrizol Life Science's (LLS) Beauty and Home businesses and should drive sustainable growth by taking a critical leadership role in managing and executing the organization’s top priority innovation projects.

Managing innovation projects can be tricky in order to succeed here, you need to be able to: bring clarity to ambiguity; provide analysis to drive decisions based on tangible indicators Of a project's success; and, build and manage relationships across a complex, global and matrix organization (working with technical, marketing, and commercial teams).

More specifically, as the LLS project manager, your job is to plan, budget, oversee and document all aspects Of the identified strategic Beauty and Home projects. You will organize and lead multi-functional project teams and will work closely with business and technical leadership team members to:

• Identify the scope and direction of each project
• Ensure projects maintain scope and timelines
• Increase the effectiveness of the project management processes to improve innovation success rate

In this role, you will:

• Serve as the leader of "matrix" project teams accountable for project results and for the implementation of and adherence to all relevant work processes within the Beauty and Home business segments.
• Define business results expected from each project with an understanding of the value proposition for each project (risk/returns), including the marketing plans (positioning, placement, pricing and promotion), and expressing results in terms of quality, time, scope and cost.
• Maintain and improve strong operating mechanisms, including tools and processes, to manage and improve the execution of assigned innovation projects.
• Develop project plans and implementation plans, including project risk assessments and contingency plans to allow for and accommodate unforeseen events and changes in strategy.
• Evaluate risk/reward trade-offs; communicates timely and effectively about risks that could impact objectives and negotiate with resource managers; resolves identified resource limitations.
• Communicate effectively to business leadership team on a routine basis on project status, milestones, schedule, and budget adherence.
• Improve project management competency within LLS through coaching.

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university (Bachelor's in Sciences degree preferred)
• Minimum 5 years' relevant experience in project leadership for large complex projects.
  • With preference for leading projects from innovation to commercialization
• Minimum 5 years' experience working within a matrix organization
• Strong fundamental knowledge in project management principles (PMP certification is a plus)
• Ability to utilize project management software, such as Microsoft Project
• Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills

Your Work Environment

At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work - whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

Benefits that Empower You

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• 401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave

Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. Delivered by You.

For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions-from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you.

We tackle the world’s toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern world - brought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you.

Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future.

We win because of you. Let’s build the future together.

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