Lead Project Manager

Job-ID: 4494Category: Project ManagementLocation: Ann Arbor, MI, United StatesSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-10-21People Leader Position: NoWork Classification: HybridAs aLead Project Manager, you will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of the most complex Nonfood Compound projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within scope. You will serve as the central point of accountability for project performance, collaborating with internal teams and stakeholders to drive successful outcomes and revenue delivery. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional with strong organizational and communication skills, and a passion for operational excellence.#LI-MH1Qualifications7+ years of experience in a client-facing role such as Project Manager, Account Manager, Customer Success Manager, or a related positionProven ability to build strong client relationships, understand business needs, and develop solutions that drive customer successExceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levelsResults-driven mindset with a demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding objectives in a fast-paced environmentStrong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and complex initiatives simultaneouslyBachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; equivalent professional experience will also be consideredResponsibilitiesLead the successful execution of complex, high-impact global initiatives, overseeing project planning, resource allocation, risk management, and delivery while mentoring team members and driving project management best practicesServe as the primary client relationship manager and trusted advisor, building strong partnerships, ensuring client satisfaction, and fostering long-term business growthPartner cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and technical teams to deliver integrated solutions and exceptional client experiencesGather and translate client feedback, market insights, and industry trends into recommendations that help shape global strategy and program developmentAct as the global Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Nonfood Compounds, PFAS Free, and MOAH Free programs, providing technical expertise, guidance, and thought leadershipPromote and expand program awareness through webinars, industry associations, conferences, and other marketing and business development activitiesAbout the organizationFrom farm to fork, NSF is the go-to partner for the food, nutrition and wellness industries – ensuring the highest level of product safety, quality, integrity and sustainability. Across the globe, we continue to lead the way in certification, testing and compliance services, empowering our clients to deliver safer, higher-quality products to consumers while meeting the demands of an ever-changing regulatory environment.About the companyWith a legacy spanning more than 80 years, NSF leverages science and innovation to improve human and planet health. We provide science-driven, independent testing, inspection, certification, and advisory services and develop the very standards that drive the food, water, and life sciences industries worldwide. We empower our clients to navigate shifting regulations to improve consumer health, safety, and quality of life.One of our core values is We Are One NSF. This means that while we’re one team, we embrace the cultural, ethnic, language, and demographic diversity that reflects the societies in which we live and work.Come join a team that makes a difference in the world. More information about NSF can be found at nsf.org.NSF is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Please note that NSF is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies/search firms for this role. Resumes submitted to an NSF employee by a third-party agency without a valid written & signed search agreement between NSF and said third-party agency will become the sole property of NSF. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.