Overview
A new opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join the PMO (Project Management Office/Centre of Excellence). This is a key role in supporting excellence in project delivery and is part of a small local PMO team responsible for leading and governing cross functional projects on site.
Responsibilities
* Project management of selected projects within the site’s project portfolio, including process improvement, new system delivery and New Product Introduction (NPI) projects.
* Lead or support rapid improvement projects using the most appropriate project execution methodology for the business challenge (Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, etc.).
* Work with project sponsors at initiation to ensure the project scope is fully defined and understood.
* Lead project management best practice by partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure adequate project planning and on-time execution.
* Resolve issues and escalate risks in a timely fashion to the relevant on-site and above-site stakeholders.
* Governance of the site\'s project portfolio, ensuring that all projects follow business processes and receive the required level of support for successful delivery.
* Manage the site risk portfolio, collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure adequate mitigation against risks throughout their lifespan.
Qualifications
* Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Science or related field.
* Experience in a Vaccines, Biologics or Sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
* Project management qualifications (e.g. PMP certification) preferred.
* A minimum of 6+ years industry experience with at least 4 years in managing projects.
* Experience in applying project execution methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, etc.).
* Proficiency in project management tools/software e.g. MS Project, Smartsheets, etc.
* Experience in leading cross-functional matrix-oriented projects.
* Pharmaceutical industry experience.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Project Management
Industries
* Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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