Project Specialist - R&D, Graphics - Part-Time - Remote

LW2-19857197 Our food and beverage client is seeking a Project Specialist, R&D, Graphics. This role is part-time, 20 hours a week, fully remote. The Project Specialist leads the execution of projects for branded and private label products through the client's stage gate process. This role bridges the gap between new product development and operations, ensuring successful commercial deployment across different functions and stakeholders. WHAT YOU'LL DO: - Drive the development and execution of commercialization projects from concept to market launch - Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the client's Stage Gate Process - Manage multiple projects simultaneously from concept to delivery - Build and maintain detailed project plans, communication plans, timelines, risk trackers, and lessons learned documentation - Track project milestones and KPIs, providing regular status updates to stakeholders - Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams including R&D, Packaging, Regulatory, Creative, Brand Marketing, Category Marketing, Operations, Procurement, Quality, and Supply Chain - Facilitate effective communication between departments to ensure alignment on commercialization objectives - Identify and communicate risks and issues with appropriate teams while providing recommended solutions - Help continuously improve the client's commercialization processes and best practices WHAT YOU'LL NEED: - Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business, Marketing, or a related field; PMP certification is a plus - 1-4+ years of experience in project management, food manufacturing, and/or consumer packaged goods; relevant internship or co-op experience considered - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite - Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work well under pressure - Proven interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage across all levels of an organization - Strong analytical skills with the ability to build and maintain business relationships - Resourcefulness, accountability, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset -Must have your own working computer! If you think you're a good fit for this role, send us your resume! In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment. Benefits Creative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includes eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment work location{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"} is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service. Looking forward to receiving your resume through our website and going over the position with you. 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