Project Manager

Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2024 revenue of approximately $9.4 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of large-scale projects
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success metrics in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and ensuring efficient resource allocation
• Identify, track, and mitigate project risks and issues; escalate as necessary
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and external partners
• Monitor project progress, prepare status reports, and present updates to executive leadership
• Ensure adherence to company project management methodologies and best practices
• Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and implementing process enhancements
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Masters in Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 10 years of experience managing complex, cross-functional projects
• Demonstrated expertise with project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, Agile, Waterfall)
• Proven leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proficient with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, ServiceNow)
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related discipline
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certification
• Experience with international project teams and multicultural environments
• Track record of delivering high-impact projects in a relevant industry
• Advanced proficiency with data analysis and reporting tools
• Experience in change management and process improvement initiatives
  
  

Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected classes as designated by law.

Eastman is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.

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