Project Manager (Parsippany, NJ, US, 07054) at Reckitt
Reckitt · Parsippany, United States Of America · Onsite
- Professional
- Office in Parsippany
We are Reckitt
Supply
About the role
We’re seeking a dynamic and results-driven Supply Project Manager to lead strategic initiatives across our Airwick portfolio. This role is pivotal in driving end-to-end project execution—from feasibility through launch—while aligning cross-functional teams and supply chain operations to deliver on business goals.
The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in project management and supply chain, with proven experience in operations, sourcing, or planning. You’ll be responsible for managing multiple complex projects, ensuring timely delivery, cost efficiency, and seamless stakeholder engagement. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strategic mindset paired with exceptional organizational and communication skills, we’d love to meet you.
Your responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams to develop and launch new product initiatives, ensuring alignment across marketing, trade, quality, R&D, manufacturing, procurement, legal, packaging, and logistics.
- Define project scope, establish timelines, and manage all activities related to new product development (NPD) and product changes (EPD) from concept to commercialization.
- Conduct supply feasibility assessments, collaborating with Marketing, Procurement, and factories to evaluate sourcing options, preliminary COGs, CAPEX, and project timelines.
- Drive proactive risk identification and mitigation strategies to ensure successful and timely launches.
- Maintain and update COGS benchmarks and CAPEX assumptions throughout the innovation stage-gate process.
- Ensure visibility and accountability across key supply milestones, providing clear communication and updates to stakeholders.
- Represent Supply in all project-related discussions, offering strategic input and operational insight.
- Support single-market NPDs/EPDs endorsed by the Global Category Team, ensuring local execution aligns with global strategy.
- Provide tactical manufacturing support and analysis to resolve operational challenges and optimize execution.
The experience we're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Engineering, Business, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- 5–7 years of experience in project management and supply chain, preferably within consumer goods, manufacturing, or pharmaceutical industries.
- Strong understanding of supply chain disciplines, with hands-on experience in operations, sourcing, or planning.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
- Excellent communication, organization, proactive approach, cross functional experience, and strategic thinking skills.
- Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent.
- PMP certification preferred.
This role is not currently sponsoring visas or considering international movement at this time.
The skills for success
Supply Chain Management, Business Partnership, Collaboration and partnership building, Relationship Management, Business Accumen, Productivity management, Improve business processes, Advanced Analytics, Data Analytics, Logistics Management, Supply Chain Planning, Vendor Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Category Management Expertise, Supply Management, Procurement.
