Director of Program Project Mgmt

Fresenius Medical Care • Coppell, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Direct and oversee implementation programs to include large scale supply chain initiatives. Leads one or more complex programs/projects and facilitates activities of all cross-functional teams to ensure that predetermined specifications and timelines are met. Leads the application and continuous improvement of program management for all projects. Provides appropriate project management processes, methods, techniques, and tools and can elaborate and implement these according to the project’s requirements.

Requirements

• 10+ years’ related experience, with a proven track record of successful delivery of substantive relevant programs/projects.
• Strong Program/ Project Management acumen: strong supply chain/logistics industry experience for driving program/project decisions.
• Significant cross-functional coordination; excellent written and communications skills; ability to drive collaborative discussions and decisions with all key stakeholders.
• Strong management skills with the ability to lead cohesive and productive teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of management through diplomacy and tact.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experienced in managing culturally diverse workforce and business environment.
• Proficient in establishing excellent working relationships up, down, and sideways, and engaging with all levels of management.
• Must be proficient in the use of project management tools to develop schedules, allocate resources, and track progress.
• Excellent leadership skills and experience leading high-performance technical teams.
• Outstanding track record driving projects to completion on time, within budget and in high quality.
• Financial analysis experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Degree preferred
• PMI/PMP Certification strongly desired
• Lean Six Sigma experience and certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design and implementation of strategic programs that support supply chain transformation initiatives.
• Lead development of Program Business Case and Program Roadmap, design Program Governance, and lead Program through critical governance requirements (Stage Gates, Steering Committees, Review Boards, etc.).
• Hold program accountable to Program Management & Project Management methodology & best practices, including the establishment of clear program objectives & success factors, detailed program and project plans, risk logs, timelines, communication plans, and other deliverables to support the program through the lifecycle.
• Act as “face of program” and clearly communicate objectives to a wide range of stakeholders across the business, while collaborating closely with Senior Leaders across the organization to drive decision-making & gain buy-in.
• Proactively identify and manage program risk, ensuring seamless execution and sustained program success.
• Establish and enforce clear accountability across the Program; track Program progress and drive informed decision making.
• Align cross-functional teams and stakeholders, streamlining communications across the Program and ensuring consistent and valuable stakeholder engagement.
• Clearly identify projects & workstreams required to support overall program objectives; optimize resource allocation to maximize impact and efficiency across the Program while holding key resources accountable to objectives.
• Lead impact assessment activity & scenario planning.
• Lead complex analytical activities that support program objectives, including analysis related to complex problem solving.
• Lead issue resolution with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to maintain Program momentum.
• Implement robust tracking systems for real-time visibility into progress, risks, and KPIs.
• Lead multiple complex programs/projects and facilitate activities of all cross-functional teams to ensure that predetermined specifications and timelines are met.
• Bring operational, technical, and industry best-practice proficiency to program planning & oversight activity; able to flex across a wide range of departments and disciplines to drive forward program objectives.
• Lead the application and continuous improvement of project management for all projects.
• Provide appropriate project management processes, methods, techniques, and tools and implement these according to the project’s requirements.
• Aid other staff with complex tasks that require considerable judgment and initiative.
• May escalate difficult/complex issues to supervisor/manager for resolution, as deemed necessary.
• Mentor other staff as applicable, including Project Managers as required
• Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and FDA requirements, including GxPs and relevant standards.
• Assists in the creation and modification of policies and procedures.
• Assist with various projects as assigned by a direct supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• a 401(k) with company match
• paid time off
• parental leave
• potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director