Senior Associate, Project Manager

Pfizer • Pearl River, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Join a project management team leading and coordinating moderately complex initiatives to improve business performance and operational excellence in the pharmaceutical industry. The Project Manager partners with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver projects on time, within scope, and aligned with strategic objectives. The role supports program governance, resource planning, communications, change management, and continuous improvement.

The Project Manager independently manages project activities, resolves complex business challenges, translates data and insights into actionable decisions, and helps advance new ideas and capabilities. The position offers the opportunity to lead impactful initiatives in a regulated, innovation-driven environment, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, influence decisions through data-driven insights, and help shape the adoption of digital and AI technologies. It also provides exposure to program leadership, strategic planning, and organizational change, with a pathway toward broader project and portfolio management responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years of experience, associate degree with at least 4 years of experience, or high school diploma (or equivalent) with at least 6 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience with project management methodologies and frameworks.
• Business acumen and experience managing projects, teams, programs, or workstreams of varying complexity.
• Ability to translate and present data visualizations into actionable business decisions.
• Basic understanding of finance and good working knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry.
• Proficiency in change management.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or PMI certification.
• Relevant pharmaceutical experience.
• Previous supervisory management experience.
• Skills in problem-solving, decision-making, negotiating, and conflict resolution.
• In-depth knowledge and experience with digital technologies and systems used in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem-solving and productivity.
• Curiosity about how AI tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use.

Responsibilities

• Lead and co-lead moderately complex projects, managing time and resources effectively.
• Apply relevant skills and discipline knowledge to contribute to departmental work.
• Resolve moderately complex problems and develop options in non-standard situations.
• Work independently on assignments, seeking guidance for unusual or complex problems.
• Use judgment and experience to potentially serve as a resource for others.
• Support program management through governance, reviews, communications, and training.
• Prepare resource forecasts and advance new concepts.
• Develop project plans with clear tasks, assignments, and dates.
• Facilitate project meetings and hold others accountable.
• Use digital systems to support the role, including MS Office tools and the Digital Operations Center.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with Pfizer matching contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Potential relocation assistance based on business needs and/or eligibility.
• Participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan, with a bonus target of 10% of base salary.

What This Job Offers

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