Program Manager

Job Title : Program Manager
Location : Cromwell, CT
Hours/Schedule : Mon- Fri, 8am- 5pm
Type: Contract
 
Overview  A Leading Chemicals company, with a location in CT is looking to bring on a Program Manager to join their team. Candidates with Project/ Program Management e xperience please apply! Responsibilities Provide project management support to cross-functional teams in execution of NPD commercial innovation projects, including line extensions, packaging changes and promotional products. Create project schedules, lay-out interdependencies and communicate critical-path activities to cross-functional teams. Lead weekly RGM meetings and ensure all action items are completed on-time. Facilitate Global Core Team meetings and publish meeting minutes with clearly defined action items and assigned owners. Follow up with team members between the meetings, and proactively manage projects to minimize risks to schedule. Escalate project issues to Sr. Project Manager when necessary. Review accuracy of cost estimate and product initiation requests in CRM. Administer product approvals in the system. Ensure project related documentation are well-organized and easily accessible on MS Teams. Collaborate with Quality and co-administer the Management of Change Process related to NPD. Support PMO and Strategic Planning groups on ad-hoc projects non-related to NPD. These projects may include process improvement, IT/Systems and global business expansion. Requirements
Key strengths/attribute: Taking Direction Self starter Independent thinker Analytical Skills (Excel, PPT, MS Project) Appreciation for managing projects (driving milestones) Influencing skills Ability to work in fast paced environment Prioritization skills Working in an agile environment Benefits System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.