Project Manager R&D - New Product Development

Mary Kay • Lewisville, TX

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About The Position

The Project Manager for R&D - New Product Development at Mary Kay Inc. is responsible for overseeing and developing multiple complex global nutrition, skin care, and cosmetic New Product Development (NPD) project timelines from initiation to product launch. This role involves collaboration with various functional representatives and management levels to ensure project deliverables and timelines are met, while also proactively assessing risks and driving issue resolution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 3+ years of project management experience in a new product development environment, preferably in the skin care/cosmetic or nutrition industry.
• Strong knowledge of project management processes and business fundamentals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and project management software (e.g., MS Project).
• Experience with Oracle Agile software is desired.
• PMP® Certification or equivalent certification and/or experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Stage Gate and other NPD Project Management tactics.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence across the organization.
• Ability to manage high levels of detail and handle multiple tasks under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and support to NPD team members across various departments.
• Proactively address and drive project issues to resolution, escalating to senior leadership as necessary.
• Drive all aspects of the project, ensuring team members remain on track and delays are addressed.
• Present projects at gate reviews to senior leadership, sharing progress, risks, and action plans.
• Own the New Product Development project, determining the flow of the project to create specified products.
• Create and drive multiple Project Plans, securing input from all impacted functional areas.
• Set appropriate timelines, track key milestones, and report project progress against milestones.
• Identify risks and create contingency plans with the project team.
• Utilize Product Lifecycle Management system to track and report project progress.
• Monitor critical path activities and follow up with team members to ensure project stays on track.
• Build relationships with team members and global partners to lead and influence effectively.

Benefits

• Profit sharing
• Health insurance
• On-site gym
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees