Job Description

ROLE SUMMARY

The Programme Manager, Gene Therapy Stage 2. is responsible for managing and coordinating the programme of workstreams required for the successful operational start up and commercial ramp of the Gene Therapy Stage II facility.

Supporting the Operations Project Director, this role will ensure that all required tasks are identified, assigned and tracked to ensure the on time completion of the programme in compliance with cGMP requirements. This role will support and coach workstream leaders in the use of standard project management tools and ensure an ethos of teamwork and mutual support line with the Sanford All In culture.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

* Manage and coordinate the multiple sub workstreams that comprise the overall Stage 2 Operational Readiness program
* Develop and maintain the program infrastructure, including ORP schedule, participation in all sub teams, as well as leading weekly ORP meeting. Coordination of dashboards, and metrics, standard tool set for workstreams. Establish communication channels across the program and ensure timely communication at all levels of the organization regarding project status, issues and risks
* Ensure all requirements for facility start up are assigned across the program. Proactively identify and document issues, and risks, and drive risk mitigation strategies.
* Evaluates and define the approach for project execution ensuring the standard project management tools and structures are utilized
* Facilitate solutions to complex problems which requires the use of ingenuity, innovation, and creativity
* Display strong initiative and commitment to the successful, on-time completion of projects
* Coach and mentor Workstream leads to ensure workstreams are well structured, fully scoped and that project activities are running to plan
* Interact and influence effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organization, including senior internal and/or external personnel on matters often requiring coordination between organizations Ensure the continued culture of collaboration, respect and aligned with Sanford, NC ALL IN culture

QUALIFICATIONS

* BS/MA in Science or Engineering discipline, minimum of 7 years experience in a pharmaceutical environment supporting technology transfer, production, engineering or process development
* MBA an advantage
* Experienced project manager having demonstrated successful completion of major programs/projects as part of a team and/or in a project leadership role
* Proven cross-functional exposure to at least two of the following areas: Engineering, Technology, Manufacturing, Quality or Materials Management, in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
* Familiarity/experienced with biological CMC requirements
* Understanding of commercial manufacturing requirements
* Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities, meeting deadlines, and working well under pressure
* Good verbal and written skills. Must be able to articulate issues and solutions to the team and upper management.
* Good leadership and team building skills capable of leading diverse multidisciplinary teams. Ability to work within matrix organization
* Demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Gowning, sitting, standing, walking, bending, ability to perform mathematical calculations and ability to perform complex data analysis.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Some overtime may be required including some infrequent weekend work. Some travel may be required on an infrequent basis as well.

Last Date to Apply for Job: 3/1/2021

Eligible for Employee Referral Bonus

Eligible for Relocation Package

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