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Project Manager

Planet Pharma
North Chicago, IL Contractor
POSTED ON 6/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/30/2026
Target PR Range: 56-66/hr

  • Depending on experience

Purpose

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This position provides support and drive for activities that support the overall long range plan ensuring the department/functions continues to be competitive and meets all required cost, compliance and customer service needs and commitments over this horizon. The project manager works independently with business partners to draft, negotiate and implement projects that maximize value and deliver results expressed in terms of compliance with the functions policies, time, scope and cost. Manages large projects or several projects of low to moderate complexity.

Responsibilities

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  • Create comprehensive project plans, budgets, objectives, strategies and deliverables.
  • May manage new product launches to ensure all filling and launch targets are met.
  • Translate project plan into measurable actions while executing against functional procedures and processes.
  • Maintain compliance with regulatory agencies, functional systems, ethics policies and project goals.
  • Establish and host periodic updates to management of process. Prepare and present written and oral reports and other presentation to internal and external audiences, including senior level management.
  • Recommends innovative ways to improve performance, quality, and enhance profitability on an ongoing basis; anticipates roadblock and elevate when appropriate.
  • Develops team charter, implementation plans, conducts risk assessments and develops and implements contingency plans to accommodate unforeseen events and changes in strategy.
  • May be responsible for indirect and/or direct management of contract coordinator and/or associated project management staff including workload management, quality deliverables, and escalation of issues to management when needed.

Qualifications

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  • Bachelor’s degree in science or technical related field. MBA degree is beneficial and preferred and/or PMP Certification.
  • Proven leadership ability with excellent communication skills including listening, verbal presentation and written.
  • Strong Strategy development and planning skills coupled with necessary knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing and supply activities.
  • Strong issue identification and problem analysis and solution development skills.
  • Strong workload management and organizational skills.
  • Demonstrated team player and ability to work in a globally oriented work environment.
  • Proficiency with common program management communication software tools and techniques.
  • Knowledge of business financial systems and tools.
  • 5-10 years of experience in areas such as supply chain, customer service, manufacturing, engineering, quality and project management. Broad business perspective, knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes. Strong project experience and an ability to influence others are essential.

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