Technical Project Management Manager

Nestle

Technical Project Management Manager driving end-to-end delivery of complex projects at Nestlé Health Science. Leading cross-functional teams to innovate for health and nutrition solutions.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRemote • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex, cross-functional projects with a focus on project management methodologies, risk management, and stakeholder communication. Proficient in financial management and compliance with governance standards throughout the project lifecycle.

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Project Management ExperienceCross-Functional CollaborationRisk ManagementFinancial ManagementProject Management Certification

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementRisk AssessmentBudget TrackingKPI TrackingProcess ImprovementData IntegrityDocumentation QualityIntegrated Project PlanningMilestone TrackingCompliance Management

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationInfluenceStakeholder ManagementProblem SolvingTeam Alignment

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Certification

Industry Keywords

Cross-Functional ExperienceR&DOperationsSupply ChainEngineeringManufacturingQuality AssuranceProcurementContract ManufacturingNew Product Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end‑to‑end delivery of complex, cross‑functional, and technical projects from concept through launch and close, ensuring alignment to scope, timeline, quality, and business objectives
Apply project management methodologies, tools, and best practices to drive disciplined planning, execution, monitoring, and closure
Partner with cross‑functional teams to align on objectives, technical scope, execution approach, and success criteria
Develop and manage integrated project plans and schedules; track milestones, deliverables, and team commitments
Identify, assess, and manage risks, dependencies, and critical path activities, with clear mitigation and contingency plans
Proactively escalate issues and risks to support timely resolution and protect business outcomes
Provide clear, concise project status reporting covering progress, risks, financials, and key decisions
Execute high‑impact initiatives in alignment with portfolio priorities and strategic goals
Participate in project and portfolio governance forums, ensuring work is decision‑ready with clear risks, tradeoffs, and recommendations
Manage stakeholder expectations through strong communication, influence, and alignment across technical, functional, and leadership teams
Support financial management activities, including budget tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis, in partnership with Finance
Ensure compliance with governance standards, enterprise policies, and regulatory requirements throughout the project lifecycle
Ensure consistent application of project management standards, tools, and ways of working across all assigned projects
Maintain high standards for data integrity, documentation, and deliverable quality within project and portfolio systems
Track and report against KPIs and portfolio metrics to drive accountability and continuous improvement
Identify and implement opportunities to improve delivery efficiency, governance effectiveness, and cross‑functional collaboration
Contribute to process improvement initiatives that strengthen project rigor, scalability, and overall portfolio performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
5+ years of cross‑functional experience across areas such as R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing, QA, Procurement, or Contract Manufacturing
5+ years of project management experience leading complex initiatives (e.g., new product development, life sciences, engineering, or capital projects)
Project Management certification or degree preferred
Travel: 10%

Benefits

Comp & perks

401k with company match
Healthcare coverage
Performance-based incentives
Competitive total rewards package
Opportunities for professional development