CPG Project Manager Job at Astrix, Middlesex County, NJ

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  • Astrix
  • Middlesex County, NJ

Job Description

We are seeking a highly driven Project Manager with a strong background in Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) to lead innovation initiatives and oversee new product development from concept through commercialization. This role requires a proven leader who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment, enjoys building processes that support long-term growth, and can balance strategic vision with tactical execution.

If you are a natural problem-solver who can bring cross-functional teams together- bridging sales, marketing, operations, packaging, formulation, and regulatory- to successfully deliver new products to market- Apply Now!

Location: Middlesex County, NJ

Compensation: 130k-170k/yr. with discretionary bonus program

Type: Direct Hire

Key Responsibilities:

  • Own and manage a pipeline of projects, serving as the key leader responsible for execution of timelines and resource alignment.
  • Develop and maintain project timelines and Gantt charts to track critical activities, dependencies, risks, and contingencies.
  • Lead cross-functional project teams from project initiation through product launch.
  • Create and manage project charters, metrics, and documentation while ensuring stakeholder alignment.
  • Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and guide teams through conflict resolution to keep initiatives on track.
  • Drive adherence to the Stage Gate process, maintaining all project documentation, test plans, and issue logs.
  • Serve as the project advocate, proactively addressing obstacles and ensuring projects continue to progress through commercialization.
  • Provide clear, timely, and effective communication across all levels of the organization.
  • Utilize data and systems to strengthen workflows and improve planning for future projects.

Must-Have Qualifications:

  • Bachelors Degree
  • PMP Certification (preferred)
  • 5+ years of project management experience, preferably in CPG.
  • Demonstrated success managing multiple projects with varying complexity.
  • Strong experience in stakeholder communication, timeline management, and cross-functional leadership.
  • Ability to navigate a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Proven ability to work effectively with all levels of management across diverse teams.
  • Comfortable with change while maintaining focus and consistency in execution.

** This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you**

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