Commercialization Project Manager

We are a national staffing firm and are currently seeking a -------- Commercialization Project Manager (Food & Beverage) for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in --100% Remote. Details for the position are as follows: Job Description: Duration: 4 months (potential temp to hire) Pay: $55-65/hr. Our client is seeking a Commercialization Project Manager to lead end-to-end product commercialization initiatives within the food and beverage industry. This role is responsible for managing complex innovation and product development projects from concept through market launch, partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives. The ideal candidate has hands-on commercialization experience in a CPG or food & beverage environment and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative setting. Key Responsibilities • Lead end-to-end commercialization projects, from product concept through launch and post-launch evaluation. • Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, timelines, and stage-gate milestones. • Manage multiple concurrent commercialization projects while balancing competing priorities. • Partner cross-functionally with R&D, Marketing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations, Quality, Finance, and Sales to ensure successful execution. • Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and communicate project status to key stakeholders and leadership. • Drive stage-gate decision making and ensure project deliverables meet quality, cost, and timeline expectations. • Monitor project performance using key metrics and provide regular updates to stakeholders. • Facilitate cross-functional meetings, ensuring alignment and accountability across project teams. • Identify opportunities to improve commercialization processes and implement best practices to increase speed to market and operational efficiency. • Influence stakeholders and build consensus to achieve successful project outcomes. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree required. • 3+ years of experience managing commercialization projects or cross-functional project teams within the food and beverage industry. • Proven experience leading product development and commercialization initiatives in a CPG or food & beverage environment. • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects. • Experience leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders across multiple business functions. • Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. • Strong analytical mindset with experience using data to drive project decisions. • Ability to identify risks, manage changing priorities, and deliver projects successfully. Preferred Qualifications • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus but not required. • Experience with stage-gate product development processes. • Demonstrated success supporting innovation portfolios and new product launches. • Strong business acumen and understanding of commercialization within the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. If you are interested in hearing more about the position please respond to this posting with your resume attached!