Project Manager

SDC Nutrition Inc. | Powder, Capsule & Tablet Supplement Manufacturer in Pittsburgh, USA; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SDC Nutrition Inc. in Pittsburgh, PA seeks a Project Manager to be the primary link between external clients and internal teams (R&D, Operations, Quality, and Account Management).

You will begin at client intake and guide projects through production, owning Monday.com or another project tool. A bachelor’s degree in business or engineering is required, with 3–6+ years in project management or product commercialization in manufacturing (nutraceuticals, food, or pharma).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field.
• Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects.
• 3–6+ years of project management or product commercialization in manufacturing.
• Experience with raw materials, softgels, tablets, capsules, or powder blending.
• Strong organization, risk management, and proficiency with project software (MS Project, ERP).

Responsibilities

• Timeline & Budget: Build project schedules, track milestones, and manage resource allocation using project tools.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Align internal departments—Sales, R&D, Purchasing, Operations, and Quality to meet delivery dates.
• Quote Process: Work with procurement to ensure cost-effective execution and provide final cost model to finance.
• Client Communication: Serve as a secondary point of contact for external brand partners, working closely with account management and sales.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

MS Project

ERP systems

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field

Job description

Company Description

SDC Nutrition Inc. is a Pittsburgh-based manufacturer specializing in high-quality, turnkey powders, capsules, and tablets for sports nutrition and health & wellness brands. The company was founded after experiencing quality and reliability issues with external contract manufacturers, leading to a commitment to in-house production for better control over ingredient integrity and specifications. SDC Nutrition focuses on innovation, dependable delivery, and consistent product quality for its brand partners. The team prides itself on being a trusted business partner, offering lab, factory, and collaborative support under one roof. Applicants can expect to join a company that values reliability, accountability, and strong client relationships.

• Role Description The Project Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Pittsburgh, PA. A Project Manager for SDC will act as the primary link between external clients and internal teams like R&D, Operations, Quality, and Account Management.They will begin at client intake and follow the process through production.They will own Monday.com or other project management tool.

Key Responsibilities

• Timeline & Budget: Build project schedules, track milestones, and manage resource allocation using project tools. Accountability for margin goals.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Align internal departments—Sales, R&D, Purchasing, Operations, and Quality to meet delivery dates. Assign priorities to meet client needs.Schedule and lead status calls to synchronize goals and update status across organization.
• Quote Process:Work with procurement to ensure the most cost-effective execution of assigned projects collaborating to ensure the accuracy of cost inputs. Will provide final cost model to finance.
• Client Communication: Serve as a secondary point of contact for external brand partners, working closely with account management and sales.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field.
• Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects.
• Experience: 3 to 6+ years of project management or product commercialization experience within a manufacturing environment (nutraceuticals, food, dietary supplements, or pharma).
• Technical Knowledge: Prefer familiarity with raw materials, softgels, tablets, capsules, or powder blending processes.
• Skills: Strong organization, risk management, and proficiency in project software (e.g., MS Project, ERP systems)