Program Manager

Job Description

About Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies

We are a leading provider of biopharmaceutical manufacturing solutions. Our organization is committed to delivering high-quality products and services to our clients.

Job Summary

The Associate Director/Program Director of Project Management Office plays a critical role in driving strategic project and program management within the organization. This position involves collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure projects and programs are delivered efficiently, meeting contractual obligations and aligning with strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement advanced project management methodologies and processes.
2. Lead project and program portfolio management, including selection, prioritization, and resource allocation.
3. Serve as the primary liaison for program planning and execution from contract signature to program closure, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
4. Facilitate effective communication across project and program teams to ensure successful execution and delivery.
5. Identify and mitigate risks while monitoring project/program progress, financial status, and performance metrics.
6. Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to understand and fulfill business needs, including communicating updates to leadership at predefined milestones.
7. Oversee day-to-day execution of project/program activities to ensure timely completion of tasks and deliverables.
8. Conduct Stage Gate reviews, lead meetings for escalation and risk management, and manage program documentation effectively.
9. Promote continuous improvement and encourage innovative solutions across projects and programs.
10. Coach and mentor Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, and Project Coordinators as needed.
11. Ensure all contractual elements are completed, including financial activities, revenue milestones, and invoicing.
12. Collaborate with functional teams for efficient delivery and identify opportunities for additional work within current contracts.
13. Responsible for authoring Scopes of Work, Change Orders, and maintaining accurate documentation.
14. Continuous improvement and implementation of program management systems and training.

Requirements

• Strategic leadership and vision with experience in managing cross-functional teams and complex projects.
• Executive communication skills and strategic influence with stakeholders.
• Risk management and opportunity leadership expertise.
• Financial acumen with skills in resource optimization.
• Mastery in project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Change management strategy experience across diverse business units.
• Proficiency in advanced computer applications and enterprise project management tools.
• Quality systems, cGMP guidelines, and regulatory compliance knowledge.
• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Business, Project Management, Engineering, Bio-Medical Sciences, or related field.
• Extensive relevant project management experience, preferably in biopharmaceutical or CDMO environments.
• Certifications in Project/Risk Management or Lean Six Sigma preferred.
• Experience in a cGMP facility or working with FDA regulations.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, financial management, and enterprise systems.

Work Environment

• Prolonged sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and stretching required.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate office equipment.
• Normal vision range.
• Full-time onsite attendance mandatory.
• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.