Global Project Leader

Bayer•Hanover Township, NJ

About The Position

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice. Global Project Leader Position Overview: As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing between 6 to 10 New Product Development (NPD) projects, including a select few high-complexity projects. You will ensure that all team members from various functions such as R&D, Commercial, Product Supply, Regulatory, Medical, Legal, and Country functions are accountable for their project deliverables. Your role will involve guiding planning and project management according to established governance and processes, ensuring strategic alignment with the Category R&D Director and Technical Project Lead (TPL) at each stage. You will oversee risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure transparent communication with senior management and stakeholders. After successful launches, you will facilitate the handover to Commercial Leads for further rollout.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
At least 3 years of Project Management experience in product development;
An international Project Management Certification is desired;
Significant Project Management and Industry experience in Consumer Goods, Pharma, or Foods;
Proven track record in leading individuals and teams in cross-functional international environments;
Experience in achieving superior results as a project leader;
Experience leading projects in a complex matrix organization is key.

Nice To Haves

10 years, expeience or Master's with a minimum of 8 years, or Ph.D. with a minimum of 4 years of total experience (or international education equivalency);
STEM background is desirable;

Responsibilities

Manage between 6 to 10 NPD projects, focusing on a few high-complexity projects;
Conduct GPT meetings to ensure accountability for project deliverables across all team members;
Guide planning and project management according to established governance and processes;
Work closely with Category R&D Director and TPL for strategic alignment at each project stage;
Oversee risk assessments and identify barriers, developing mitigation strategies for project success;
Escalate issues to ensure timely decisions and course corrections;
Manage the end-to-end budget for projects, including internal and external resource costs;
Provide transparent project communications to senior management and stakeholders;
Collaborate with Commercial Leads for strategic alignment and execution throughout the stage and gate process;
Ensure proper handover to Commercial Leads and launch teams after successful launches in lead markets.