Project Manager II
Summary
Project Manager II at Arthur Schuman in Elgin, IL, owning the full lifecycle of new product commercialization projects with a focus on R&D-based launches. Day to day they build project plans, timelines, milestones and BOMs, manage multiple large multi-SKU launches, and coordinate R&D, operations, engineering, QA, regulatory, marketing, sales and supply chain teams.
Primary Purpose: The Project Manager II will be responsible for overseeing the entire lifecycle of new product commercialization projects, from concept to launch, with a strong focus on R&D based projects. This role requires strong project management skills, a deep understanding of R&D/operations, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches – on time and within scope/budget.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage R&D and commercialization projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Manage multiple large product launch projects at once, each with multiple SKUs.
- Develop and maintain detailed project scope, including project plans (timelines), milestones, item/BOM development and resource allocation.
- Coordinate/lead with R&D, operations, engineering, QA, technical regulatory, marketing, sales, and supply chain teams to ensure alignment and successful execution of the commercialization process.
- Monitor and report on project progress, identifying and mitigating risks and issues as they arise.
- Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, partners, and customers.
- Continuously evaluate and improve commercialization processes and methodologies.