Project Manager R&D - (Jackson, MI)

Project Manager focused on 6T projects and priority custom projects. Position duties:Take the lead, coordinate and project manage multiple projects through the NPD process, from product development, through set up and to Production.Manage expectations category managers for project delivery, supporting the role to maintain the integrity of product portfolio in accordance to the category's overall strategyReview project performance to ensure the early identification of changes, delays, extended lead-times and the need for corrective actionLiaise between several departments, NPD, Quality, Production, Regulatory, Supply Chain and regional Marketing teams to ensure project status are kept up to date, are on track and driven through the PLM process.Liaise with external suppliers, such as packaging specialist and printers.Manage multiple, parallel projects in accordance with company policies and industry standards,Meet customer initiated deadlines, keeping focused