Supply Chain Launch Project Coordinator

The Planet Group is seeking a Supply Chain Launch Project Coordinator to join one of our well-known global pharmaceutical clients.

• Pay : $ /hr depending on experience (W2 and benefit options)
• Location : Hybrid in Lake County, IL (T-TR onsite)
• Duration : 9 months to start

Supply Chain Launch Project Coordinator Responsibilities:

• Support the design, implementation, and consistent execution of the Agile and Right Sized Launch Readiness process across key stakeholders
• Partner with cross-functional teams to coordinate launch planning, decision-making, and execution against agreed milestones and deliverables
• Help manage dependencies, issues, and risks across functions to support launch readiness and mitigate delays
• Standardize launch planning practices and support continuous improvement through practical tools, templates, dashboards, and process simplification
• Monitor launch readiness performance and escalate gaps, blockers, and risks to support proactive issue resolution
• Support change management, documentation, and training to promote adoption of launch processes and sustain maturity over time
• Build strong working relationships to enable readiness and accountability
• Contribute to post-launch reviews and incorporate lessons learned into future launch planning and execution
• Set up project planning meetings and invite key cross-functional team members
• Identify action items, track ownership, approvals, and due dates, and follow up with stakeholders to ensure launch plans are completed on time

Supply Chain Launch Project Coordinator Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, in preferred fields such as business, operations management, finance, science or engineering, or related degree
• 2-5 years of experience
• Experienced in project management and coordination
• Demonstrated ability in leading cross-functional teams and building strong working relationships
• Independent decision making, triage and escalation of “at risk” projects
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and strong oral and written communications skills

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