Strategic Product Commercialization Lead

GCS Recruitment; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GCS Recruitment is seeking a Project Manager - Commercialization in Chicago, Illinois. The ideal candidate will lead end-to-end product commercialization initiatives and ensure successful project launches by driving collaboration across R&D, Marketing, Sales, Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain.

The role requires 3+ years of experience in project management, preferably in the CPG or food & beverage sectors, and a PMP certification. Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills are essential for the success of strategic projects.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing projects, preferably in product commercialization.
• Proven experience in product development and commercialization within CPG or food & beverage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end commercialization projects.
• Drive the stage-gate process for project progression.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration across teams.
• Identify and communicate project risks to leadership.

Skills

Project Management

Cross-Functional Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Education

PMP Certification or equivalent

Job description

GCS Recruitment is seeking a Project Manager - Commercialization in Chicago, Illinois. The ideal candidate will lead end-to-end product commercialization initiatives and ensure successful project launches by driving collaboration across R&D, Marketing, Sales, Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain.

The role requires 3+ years of experience in project management, preferably in the CPG or food & beverage sectors, and a PMP certification. Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills are essential for the success of strategic projects.