Director, Program Management

Danaher Corporation•Boston, MA

4d•$175,000 - $225,000•Remote

About The Position

The Director, Program Management leads Aldevron’s Business Unit Program Management function and establishes the strategic framework for successful execution across the client portfolio. This senior leader oversees Program Management professionals across the business unit, promoting consistency in client engagement, portfolio governance, escalation management, program execution, and delivery excellence. The role focuses on strategic alignment and outcomes across complex client work while managing team capacity, assigning client programs, and creating standardized processes that improve efficiency and client effectiveness. It works closely with the Project Management function and reports to the Aldevron Business Unit Leader as a member of the Business Unit Leadership Team. The position is fully remote. The Director leads and develops the Program Management organization, including talent strategy, succession planning, capability development, and organizational effectiveness. The role provides strategic oversight of the client program portfolio; establishes portfolio governance and risk-management processes; serves as an executive contact for strategic customers; and partners with Commercial, Project Management, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, and Technical leaders. It also drives continuous improvement and standardization through the Danaher Business System, monitors portfolio health and business performance, and uses data-driven insights to manage risk, improve forecast accuracy, and support executive decisions. Travel of up to 30% domestically and internationally is required, including occasional overnight trips. The annual salary range is $175,000–$225,000, and the role is eligible for bonus or incentive pay. Benefits include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a 401(k).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Life Sciences, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in Program Management, Project Management, Operations, Commercial Operations, or related business leadership functions within biotechnology, pharmaceutical, CDMO, life sciences, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
5+ years of people leadership experience leading managers and professional teams across geographically dispersed organizations.
Demonstrated experience managing complex customer portfolios, strategic accounts, or large-scale cross-functional programs involving executive stakeholder engagement.
Experience establishing governance frameworks, portfolio management systems, risk management processes, and business performance metrics.
Experience driving operational excellence using structured continuous improvement methodologies such as the Danaher Business System, Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent business systems.
Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional organizations through growth, transformation, and organizational change.
Ability to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally, including occasional overnight travel.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree such as an MBA, MS, or PhD in Business, Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience leading Program Management organizations within CDMO, biologics, genomic medicine, mRNA, cell therapy, gene therapy, or advanced therapeutics environments.
Project Management Professional (PMP), PgMP, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent professional certification.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the Aldevron Business Unit Program Management organization, overseeing Program Managers and leading talent strategy, succession planning, capability development, and organizational effectiveness.
Provide strategic oversight of the client program portfolio, aligning customer priorities, business objectives, capacity, and operational execution across complex, high-value programs.
Establish and govern portfolio management processes, including risk identification, escalation pathways, decision-making routines, resource prioritization, and cross-functional governance.
Serve as an executive point of contact for strategic customers across multiple programs, including occasional client visits, business reviews, and escalation discussions.
Partner with Commercial, Project Management, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, and Technical leaders to align program execution, revenue realization, customer satisfaction, and business performance.
Drive continuous improvement and standardization through the Danaher Business System, including best practices, performance metrics, visual management, and scalable program management processes.
Monitor and communicate portfolio health and business performance, using data-driven insights to manage risk, improve forecast accuracy, and support executive decision-making.
Travel domestically and internationally up to 30%, including occasional overnight travel for customer visits, business reviews, leadership meetings, and company events.