CMC Program Development Manager

Novo Nordisk•Boulder, CO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Boulder Site is home to the specialized technical operations/CMC team for oligonucleotides and RNAi therapeutics. The CMC team works alongside Quality, Regulatory, Technical Operations and RNAi Early Development professionals at our Boulder, Colorado facility and works closely with our teams in Lexington, Massachusetts. Together, we are driving change. Are you ready to make a difference. The Position Experienced Project Manager that can manage complex projects within budget, on time & within scope. Manage multiple projects simultaneously. Ensure projects are executed & staffed according to project plans. Support Line of Business in developing project roadmap & area master plan. Indirect reporting to CMC Leadership with 1:1, roadblock resolution, risk reporting & overall first level of project guidance. Relationships Coached by: Associate Director, CMC Program Development.

Requirements

BS degree in a science discipline.
Minimum of five (5) years of proven project management experience
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment
Advanced project management competencies obtained through relevant project management training or experience
Excellent technical writing & oral communication skills; presentation & facilitation skills; & negotiation & conflict resolution skills
Ability to work in both technical & non-technical areas
Ability to use creativity to resolve problems that arise during project execution
Understanding of product documentation & standard operating procedures
Ability to create & manage work plans & detailed project schedules
Strong analytical/reasoning, organizational & multi-tasking skills
Demonstrated ability to communicate with key stakeholders in a cross-cultural environment & demonstrates superior written & oral communication skills
Develops & maintains strong internal & external relationships
Proficient in basic computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office
Proven project management experience with direct management of multiple projects simultaneously
Proven expertise in planning/organizing, managing execution & revising the work plan for complex problems solved by cross functional teams
Ability to function independently, as well as execution of good judgement in decision making & strong leadership skills
Functions well in team environment
Builds strong working relationships.
Ability to lead tasks & project teams.
Ability to manage a changing work environment with constant changing requirements.
Considers PMO standards through enhanced development & continuous improvement
Actively participates in team activities, supports ideas/actions of others.
Problem solving mindset to resolve issues within influence
Quickly flexes to changes in responsibilities & business needs with grace & ease
Demonstrates behaviours consistent with “for me to win the team must win” beliefs. Collaborates, supports & participates in team activities, with many stakeholders & across functional boundaries to achieve success
Demonstrates appreciative feedback style. Appreciates other team members & their contributions toward assuring the process team wins
Demonstrates a disciplined approach to problem solving that is based on data & facts & is consistent with vision/business goals & values
Owns the results of individual actions & team’s activities. Models the Novo Nordisk way

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in the Life Sciences or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Lead multi-disciplined project teams to complete projects on-time, on-budget, meeting all requirements (quality, cost, schedule)
Coordinate contract resources & internal resources
Refine & clarify project scope through early project analysis with subject matter experts & owners to further substantiate project purpose
Provide clear goals so that the project secures effective use of time & resources & builds employee motivation
Develop bid packages, bid evaluation & drive vendor selection. Also work with procurement to create project specific contracts
Responsible for financial project accountability through purchase order creation, management, invoicing & cost forecasting
Monitor & control project work with stringent follow-up on quality, schedule & budget so that the project delivers the desired end-product
Responsible for monitoring & reporting project progress, communications to management & other stakeholders & presentation in steering groups
Lead programs, or series of related projects spanning multiple years, with specific oversight of quality, delivery & cost
Partner with cross-functional teams to visualize project roadmaps (i.e. 1-3 year plan) & master plan (3+ year)
Lead communications for cross-functional stakeholders related to overall project delivery
Indirect Reporting of PMO Staff
Primary communication & escalation path with CMC Leadership via 1:1, board meetings, etc
Ensure the quality/content of steering group status & gate presentations
Use of the PMO tools & standards