US - Project Manager

Major Accountabilities: Framing program goals and objectives Drive the accomplishment of projects by using project and program management standards and processes where applicable. Determine the program requirements (goals, objectives,..) based on the project charter or Target Patient Value Profile (TPVP) and on the guidelines from the project sponsor. These program requirements should be in line with *'s long term strategy and vision. Setting program planning baseline Ensure appropriate program strategies are in place to meet the overall goals including a baseline plan (such as resources, work breakdown structure, scope and scheduling) in a SMART business case (when applicable).Program budgeting and resourcing Partner with Finance to set, oversee and monitor the program budget, with appropriate change controls for key program and project milestones. This includes negotiating and driving the partnership agreement and financial cycle process. Design a clear resource management plan regarding future resourcing needs and monitor the budget. Apply project management processes throughout the project/program duration (e.g. planning update, roadmap, governance, data repository,...)Executing programs and projects Responsible for project and program execution through the team and overseeing sub-projects. This includes managing program performance against *'s end to end lifecycle process, stage gates and interacting with governance bodies. Proactively identify, troubleshoot, and escalate risks and issues as well as realize the benefits of project-related opportunities. Use *'s project processes, reporting and technology such as INTEGRATE, Share Point, Launch Tracker and SAP.Measuring program performance Define and monitor program and project quality and performance including KPIs, feedback-based project reviews and transition management in line with * processes and standards. Identify opportunities for improvement through project reviews, ultimately managing the transition to steady state or next stage gate. Communicating program information Partner with sponsors, stakeholders, and teams to establish a safe, collaborative environment. Manage the program communication plan to identify the key messages, audiences, interfaces, timings, and mechanisms for effective communication at all levels including externally to the organization. Act as delegate (e.g. for the Development Lead or Program Sponsor) when needed. Project learning Designs optimal program strategies and scenarios through identifying, developing, and employing the right methods and frameworks based on clear goals, benefits and business cases to inform timely, quality decision-making, avoiding confirmation bias. Apply relevant knowledge Build, apply and share knowledge and skills across the organization. The knowledge and skills can include biopharma and healthcare industry-knowledge, or rather function-specific skills (e.g. commercial, engineering, research, quality,...).Best practices Drive industry best practices (initiate, plan, execute, monitor/control, close) by contributing lessons learned, challenges, solutions and involvement in process improvement projects. Train colleagues on project and program management best practices and processes as needed. Participate in ***'s Project Management Community. Minimum level: Bachelor's degree Preferred: Post graduate qualification in relevant discipline Project management certification required (e.g. PMP, APM, Prince 2, Agile) Examples of preferred hard skills Budget and resource allocation procedures Project and program methodologies Prioritization and goals setting Project planning Examples of preferred soft skills Leadership and managerial skills Troubleshooting Solution-driven mindset Being able to work with a wide range of individuals EEO: "Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans."