Project Manager - Global Supply Chain & Business Operations (Hybrid, New Brunswick, NJ)

Project Manager – Global Supply Chain & Business Operations (Hybrid, New Brunswick, NJ)

We are looking for a Project Manager for our client, a Global Biopharmaceutical Company. This position is responsible for leading the planning and execution of high-priority and complex GSC cross-functional projects and/or programs. The position would lead strategic GSC priorities as defined by GSC strategy. Programs and projects may include but are not limited to, those identified during the annual strategy/portfolio planning and integration process.

This is a 40-hour per-week, 6-month contract, hybrid (~ 50% onsite) role in New Brunswick, NJ. (The candidate must be able to work onsite approximately 50% of the time).

This is a W2 role as a Stage 4 Solutions employee. Health benefits and 401K are offered.

Responsibilities

• Lead and ensure successful deployment of the GSC strategic projects.
• Drive program/project activities, including kickoff meetings, recurring status meetings, executive sponsor meetings, reporting, risk tracking, development of risk mitigation plans, steering committee meetings, and conflict resolution. Manage multiple programs as assigned.
• Facilitate meetings using the GSC governance framework, setting of agendas, priorities, and objectives; understand and triage topics for discussion and alignment. Facilitate discussions in a structured manner to achieve quick decisions and robust outcomes.
• Ensure utilization of standard program management processes, governances, and systems including GPS iPlan as the system of record.
• Ensure the development of plans to achieve objectives, including but not limited to defining scope, managing interdependencies, and identifying critical paths and timing while meeting strategic intent and achieving key milestones. Ensure adequate program budget and a clear value proposition.
• Manage resources, as necessary, to attain program deliverables.
• Ensure program delivery is on time, within scope, and within the allocated budget.
• Lead problem-solving and drive decision-making, addressing major risks and issues by identifying, documenting, resolving, communicating, or escalating to senior leadership when appropriate.
• Develop and/or champion change management strategy and plan and include it as part of the overall project plan.
• Create and maintain comprehensive program documentation.
• Influence key stakeholders and develop a program communication strategy, approach, and plan to manage expectations and ensure timely and optimal execution.
• Proactively drive scenario analyses to manage potential impact on plans and timelines and recommend strategic direction to management.
• Foster diverse/inclusive high-performance teams and maintain strong relationships with operational and functional leadership.
  
  

Requirements

• 5+ years of end-to-end supply chain experience, preferably in the biotech/pharma industry or comparable.
• 5+ years of project management experience required, with PMP certification preferred.
• Experience with agile methodology, change management, operational excellence, business process management, knowledge management, and/or digital applications desired.
• Experience in portfolio, program, and project management with the ability to develop clear action plans and execute against aligned strategy.
• Bachelor’s degree in the supply chain, life sciences, and/or business required, with a Master's or MBA preferred.
  
  

Please submit your resume to our network at https://www.stage4solutions.com/careers/ (please apply to the Project Manager – Global Supply Chain & Business Operations (Hybrid, New Brunswick, NJ) role).

Compensation: $94/hr - $104.89/hr.

please feel free to forward this project opening to others who may be interested.

Stage 4 Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing employees with an inclusive environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on the job requirements and candidates’ qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion/belief, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.