Project Manager

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We are currently seeking a Project Manager for a Pharmaceutical client located in Mettawa, IL. This is a 6+ month contract opportunity with a hybrid schedule—requiring 3 days onsite each week.

As a Project Manager, you will play a critical role in managing the inventory and logistics for various patient services programs. You will work closely with multiple teams—marketing, supply chain, and vendors—to ensure the seamless delivery of products that support patient care. This position is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in inventory management, project management, and cross-functional collaboration, and is ideal for individuals seeking to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage inventory for patient services programs, ensuring product availability for patients.
• Track and forecast inventory levels for medical supplies, marketing materials, and other patient support items.
• Anticipate and address supply chain issues to prevent inventory shortages.
• Coordinate with vendors for procurement of materials, and oversee contracts and purchase orders.
• Provide program management support for marketing initiatives and ensure seamless execution.
• Research and recommend new products to enhance patient care, collaborating with marketing and strategy teams.
• Identify and implement efficiencies in inventory management and procurement processes.
• Manage relationships with the distribution center, handling inventory storage, packaging, mailing, returns, and disposal of expired products.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in project management and vendor/stakeholder management.
• 3-5 years of experience leading customer success teams or professional services operations.
• Strong proficiency in inventory management principles.
• Experience interpreting data to forecast inventory needs and patient flow.
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, supply chain, purchasing, and distribution.
• Experience with Total Quality Management (TQM) is a plus.
• Excel and/or Smartsheet proficiency is highly desirable.

Key Competencies:

• Cross-functional collaboration and coordination.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• Proven success in managing multiple projects and workstreams.
• Strong financial acumen and budgeting skills.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical tasks clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to implement strategic initiatives through tactical execution.
• Focused on achieving win-win business outcomes across diverse teams.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefit
• eLearning and Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development

To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

If you are a driven professional with experience in project management, inventory control, and vendor coordination, apply now! Our recruitment team will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf.

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.