Project Manager, CRO & CDO

Argenta•Shawnee, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Argenta, we’re more than a company — we’re a global team, dedicated to healthier animals. We believe that when their lives are made better, we're all the better for it. Founded in 2006, we support companies big and small to develop and manufacture health products for pets and livestock. Our trusted, innovative solutions and services cover every stage of the process, from molecule to market. We are the world’s only combined contract research and contract development and manufacturing organization (CRO/CDMO) dedicated to animal health. We are ambitious, growing and building a ‘one team’ culture, guided by our values. We value diversity, as a global company, we get the richness of working with different people in different places whether it be location, stages of their career, their development, their role. With bases in New Zealand, the US, the UK and Europe, our 900+ colleagues are driven by our partnership approach and purpose: Healthy Animals. Let’s Make It Happen, Together.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree
Experience in an animal health research facility
Understanding of cGMP’s as interpreted by the USFDA CVM
Strong analytical skills
Demonstrated organizational skills
Ability to set priorities and schedules so studies runs efficiently
Influence, persuasion, negotiation, conflict resolution skills
Strong understanding of workflow processes
Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office Products

Responsibilities

Develop and manage project plans, define project scope and oversee all phases from initiation to closure
Work with Americas CRO senior leaders to create and manage budgets and timelines to ensure project completion
Establish clear project structures including milestones, risks, dependencies, and performance metrics
Monitor progress and proactively mitigate risks related to scope, cost, timing, and quality
Drive decision-making through structured facilitation and escalation when needed
Ensure facility operates safely and within compliance while special projects are completed
Performs all Company business in accordance with all relevant regulations (e.g. FDA, CVM, OHSA, EPA) and Company policy and procedures. Ensure compliance with all Regulatory agencies
Demonstrates high ethical and professional standards with all business contacts to maintain Argenta, MVS’ excellent reputation in the community
Recommend and implement process improvement activities to improve quality and efficiency
Train and coach personnel within the project scope