Project Manager

TH Daniels; Illinois; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Project Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of manufacturing projects. You will be responsible for leading cross-functional teams and ensuring timely, quality-driven project delivery. The ideal candidate should have 3-6 years in project management and a relevant bachelor's degree. Familiarity with Microsoft Project, SmartSheet, and Jira is required. This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive excellence in R&D and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years in project management within manufacturing.
• Proven success in timely, cost-effective, quality-driven project delivery.
• Experience in personal care or similar industries.

Responsibilities

• Lead diverse portfolio of moderate-complexity projects with top-tier customers.
• Oversee project plans and manage timelines for timely delivery.
• Facilitate robust data-driven solutions for project challenges.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Feasibility evaluation

Resource planning

Risk mitigation

Technical liaison

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s in Science, Engineering, Operations, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Project

SmartSheet

Jira

Office Suite

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager

Why This Role?

• Lead a diverse portfolio of moderate-complexity projects (5–10/year, 2–5M units/year) with 2–4 top-tier customers.
• Drive cross-functional teams towards excellence in R&D and Customer Technical Transfer launches.
• Be the linchpin of customer satisfaction, ensuring on-time, on-cost, and on-quality delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Project Development and Management (40%)

• Independent Leader: Spearhead projects, acting as the primary stakeholder voice.
• Feasibility & Scope: Evaluate project viability and collaborate to define scope and objectives.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Unite R&D, Sales, Supply Chain, and Operations with seamless communication.
• Budget Oversight: Track expenditures to ensure project profitability.
• Performance Metrics: Measure success with KPIs like Right First Time and Customer Service.

Project Planning and Supply Chain Monitoring (20%)

• Timeline Management: Oversee project plans and dependencies for timely delivery.
• Resource Planning: Optimize resource allocation for project success.
• Risk Mitigation: Strategize with teams to mitigate potential material risks.

Change Management and Risk Mitigation (20%)

• Change Impact & Communication: Lead change assessments and develop strategic communication plans.
• Collaborative Decision-Making: Facilitate robust, data-driven solutions.
• Contingency Planning: Craft plans for capacity, material, and quality challenges.

Continuous Improvement (10%)

• Process Enhancement: Lead process improvement and training with resilient optimism.

Engineering and Technical Support (10%)

• Technical Liaison: Bridge technical teams and project goals.
• Technology Integration: Advocate for new advancements in technology.

Quality and Safety Compliance (Constant)

• Compliance Champion: Promote cGMP compliance and meticulous documentation.
• Educational Stewardship: Mentor junior team members on quality and safety best practices.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years in project management within manufacturing.
• Proven success in timely, cost-effective, quality-driven project delivery.
• Experience in personal care or similar industries.
• Bachelor’s in Science, Engineering, Operations, or related discipline.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project, SmartSheet, Jira, and Office Suite.
• Fluent in English; French or Spanish a plus.

Bonus Skills

• ERP experience (e.g., SAP) and MRP knowledge.
• PMP, CAPM, or Lean Six Sigma certifications.

Due to the volume of applications if you do not receive a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

About TH Daniels

TH Daniels is a leading executive search and selection firm, offering retained, contingency, and PSL recruitment solutions across a variety of sectors. Voted by the Financial Times as one of the UK’s Leading Recruiters, if you’re looking for a career move or require assistance hiring for your business then please contact one of the team.