Project Manager

Akaasa Technologies; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

Akaasa Technologies is seeking a Project Manager to join our International Customer Excellence PMO group supporting global marketing strategies, business transformation, strategic programs, and product launches within a matrixed pharmaceutical environment.

This contractor role emphasizes cross-functional coordination across regions and functions, ensuring governance, transparency, and excellence in delivery. You will engage with Senior Leadership and diverse teams in a dynamic global setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 5 years' experience managing matrixed, cross-functional, or global projects/programs (business transformation, strategic initiatives, product launch, etc.).
• PMO experience with global marketing teams preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; English fluency required.
• Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, including Senior Leadership, and teams in a global environment.
• Familiarity with PMO methodologies, tools, and frameworks.
• Pharmaceutical industry and marketing exposure a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute PMO activities to enable aligned project delivery across multiple functions, regions, and affiliates.
• Support and maintain industry-standard PMO processes, tools, and reporting methodologies to ensure consistency, governance, and transparency.
• Collaborate with international commercial and marketing teams to facilitate smooth communication, touchpoints, and delivery of key initiatives.
• Assist senior PMO leads and project managers in risk management, resource planning, and performance tracking for initiatives spanning business transformation, strategy, and launches.
• Prepare project status reports, summaries, and presentations for stakeholders and sponsors.
• Help coordinate cross-functional meetings and workshops (e.g., town halls, council sessions), ensuring logistical and content alignment.

Skills

PMO experience

English fluency

Stakeholder engagement

PMO frameworks

Global collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PMO tools

Job description

Role

Project Manager

Location

Lake Forest, IL

Schedule and Workplace

Hybrid, in office Tuesday-Thursday

Top Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree


• Minimum 3 years' experience managing matrixed cross-functional or global projects/programs (business transformation, strategic initiatives, product launch, etc).


• PMO experience with global marketing teams preferred.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills; English fluency required.


• Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, including Senior Leadership, and teams in a global environment.


• Familiarity with PMO methodologies, tools, and frameworks.


• Pharmaceutical industry and marketing exposure is a plus.

Overview

Join our International Customer Excellence PMO group supporting global marketing strategies, business transformation, strategic programs, and product launches within a matrixed pharmaceutical environment. We're seeking contractors who thrive in dynamic settings, partner well across regions and functions, and help drive operational excellence aligned with organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute PMO activities to enable aligned project delivery across multiple functions, regions, and affiliates.


• Support and maintain industry-standard PMO processes, tools, and reporting methodologies to ensure consistency, governance, and transparency.


• Collaborate with international commercial and marketing teams to facilitate smooth communication, touchpoints, and delivery of key initiatives.


• Assist senior PMO leads and project managers in risk management, resource planning, and performance tracking for initiatives spanning business transformation, strategy, and launches.


• Prepare project status reports, summaries, and presentations for stakeholders and sponsors.


• Help coordinate cross-functional meetings and workshops (e.g., town halls, council sessions), ensuring logistical and content alignment.

Skills, Experience, and Education

• Bachelor's degree required.


• Minimum 5 years' experience managing matrixed, cross-functional, or global projects/programs (business transformation, strategic initiatives, product launch, etc.).


• PMO experience with global marketing teams preferred.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills; English fluency required.


• Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders and teams in a global environment.


• Familiarity with PMO methodologies, tools, and frameworks.


• Pharmaceutical industry and marketing exposure a plus.

Preferred

• Project management certifications advantageous.


• Direct experience supporting international initiatives or teams.


• Experience preparing project reporting for senior management.