Associate Director, Project Management

Kite Pharma • Santa Monica, CA

2d

About The Position

We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet. Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows. Job Description Lead the development of annual Tech Ops goals in close partnership with the Tech Ops Leadership Team Develop an extensive approach in compiling progress on Tech Ops goals, including report-outs to senior stakeholders on key insights Lead the PPM Center of Excellence to support the development and deployment of key portfolio management initiatives (i.e.., resource planning, project intake process) Oversee and report out on Tech Ops KPIs for Quarterly Business Reviews Lead monthly TechOps KPI dashboard preparation and reporting to TOLT Lead assigned department initiatives Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Doctorate and 2+ years of relevant experience OR Master’s and 6+ years of relevant experience OR Bachelor’s and 8+ years of relevant experience

Nice To Haves

• Knowledgeable with cGMP manufacturing as well as regulatory regulations and requirements for pharmaceuticals and/or devices
• Able to express ideas and present information effectively within teams, functions, and with external partners
• Excellent financial acumen.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and technology skills, including proficiency in project planning instruments, content management instruments, and Microsoft Office Suite – thorough Excel, spreadsheet acumen
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to review and update processes or procedures.
• Experience in strategic planning
• Ability to communicate and work independently with scientific/technical personnel.
• Proficient in preparing and delivering presentations for senior stakeholders
• Must be able to work on multiple assignments simultaneously and demonstrate organizational, prioritization, and time management proficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of annual Tech Ops goals in close partnership with the Tech Ops Leadership Team
• Develop an extensive approach in compiling progress on Tech Ops goals, including report-outs to senior stakeholders on key insights
• Lead the PPM Center of Excellence to support the development and deployment of key portfolio management initiatives (i.e.., resource planning, project intake process)
• Oversee and report out on Tech Ops KPIs for Quarterly Business Reviews
• Lead monthly TechOps KPI dashboard preparation and reporting to TOLT
• Lead assigned department initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package.
• Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees