Project Manager

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead cross‑functional teams in delivering complex initiatives including New Product Introductions, technology deployments, and productivity programs. Working closely with a technical lead, you will drive integrated plans, manage stakeholders, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with a strong focus on continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

The Project Manager has accountability for leading a cross-functional team in conjunction with the technical lead to support projects such as New Product Introduction, Product Technical Transfers, Large Productivity Initiatives, or deployment of new technology.

• Leading a cross-functional team, creating and implementing an integrated plan.

• Building a team, creating strong morale, fostering open dialogue.

• Partnering with the technical lead to ensure all goals and timelines are met.

• Facilitate decision making within the team under tight deadlines.

• Effectively communicating and managing internal and external stakeholders.

• Proactively managing issues, proposing and implementing plans to resolve issues.

• Forecasting resource needs across the integrated plan.

• Provide metrics/AARs to appropriate Governance Forums.

• Identify, propose, and support solutions for improvements within Business Processes and technical changes as appropriate. Utilize PM and/or six sigma methodologies as needed.

Desired requirements:

• Applied knowledge/experience of project management for a cross-functional team is preferable.

• New product introduction experience is preferable.

• Excellent self-management/organizational skills; manage workload, set team priorities and adjust.

• Ability to interact with multiple functions and combine work streams into an integrated schedule.

• Demonstrated ability to influence peers and business partners.

• Demonstrated strong communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to manage a dynamic environment.

• Demonstrated ability to identify and prioritize issues, develop and implement solutions.

• High learning agility and flexibility & ability to deal with ambiguity and uncertainty.

• Demonstrated ability to establish key relationships with internal and external contacts.

• Experience in the use of a broad spectrum of digital systems.

Qualifications:

• A scientific/Engineering third level qualification is highly preferable (Chemical Engineering or Chemistry)