R&D Project Manager — Global, Hybrid

Kaztronix LLC; Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaztronix LLC is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex, global projects from Princeton, NJ, driving planning, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration to meet tight deadlines.

The role requires 5+ years in project management within R&D, operations, or engineering, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a matrix structure. A PMP is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree from an accredited institution (science preferred).
• 5+ years client industry experience with project management leadership.
• OTC or regulated product categories experience a plus.
• PMP certification preferred but not required.
• Experience managing a portfolio of projects at a global scale.
• Experience leading multi-functional international teams in a matrix organization.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) with senior management.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing priorities.
• Exceptional troubleshooting and problem resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Project Management tools to lead complex projects and deliver business goals.
• Identify resource needs and work with PM leadership to ensure projects are properly supported.
• Create timelines for each project and drive deliverables to due dates.
• Lead weekly multi-functional team meetings to discuss status, risks, and action items.
• Manage changes to preserve business plan commitments and initiate reviews as objectives change.
• Prepare, track, and report on project plans using PPM tools.
• Conduct Lessons Learned and apply findings to future projects.
• Provide input to improve the global PMO's effectiveness.

Skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder communication

Multi-project prioritization

Problem solving

Education

BA/BS degree (science preferred)

Tools

PPM Bubble

MS Project

Gantt charts

Job description

Kaztronix LLC is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex, global projects from Princeton, NJ, driving planning, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration to meet tight deadlines.

The role requires 5+ years in project management within R&D, operations, or engineering, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a matrix structure. A PMP is preferred but not required.