Project/Program Manager (Cost & Data Analytics Focus)
📍 Locations: Mossville, IL OR Irving, TX (Onsite)
💰 Pay: $52–$55/hour
📅 Duration: 12-month contract
🕒 Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Overview
We are seeking a highly analytical Project/Program Manager to support cost and data-driven initiatives within a manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong background in data analysis, cost optimization, and cross-functional collaboration.
This is not a traditional PM role—it is heavily focused on analytics, cost reduction, and operational insights.
Key Responsibilities
Develop dashboards to monitor program and project performance
Analyze data to identify trends and cost savings opportunities
Present insights and recommendations to leadership using Excel, Power BI, and PowerPoint
Support cost reduction strategies through analysis (e.g., sourcing, optimization initiatives)
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across product and category groups
Assist with program/project tracking and overall performance reporting
Required Qualifications
Strong experience with data analytics and reporting
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis)
Experience with Power BI or similar dashboarding tools
Background in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environments
Ability to interpret technical drawings or part numbers
Strong communication skills with experience presenting to leadership
Preferred Backgrounds
Cost Analyst / Cost Engineer
Manufacturing or Industrial Engineer
Supply Chain or Sourcing Analyst
Data Analyst within a manufacturing environment
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, data analytics, or related field + relevant experience
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Work Environment
Fully onsite (5 days/week)
Collaborative team environment with frequent cross-functional interaction
Why Apply?
Opportunity to work on high-impact cost and data initiatives
Exposure to cross-functional teams and leadership-level reporting
Fast-moving interview process (typically one round)

Project/Program Manager (Cost & Data Analytics Focus)

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