Senior Director, Program Management

Travere • San Diego, CA

23h • $219,000 - $285,000 • Remote

About The Position

Be a part of a global team that is inspired to make a difference in the lives of people living with rare disease. At Travere Therapeutics, we recognize that our exceptional employees are vital to our success. We are a dedicated team focused on meeting the unique needs of rare patients. Our work is rewarding – both professionally and personally – because we are making a difference. We are passionate about what we do. We are seeking talented individuals who will thrive in our collaborative, diverse, fast-paced environment and share in our mission – to identify, develop and deliver life-changing therapies to people living with rare disease. We stick by our values centered on patients, courage, community, and collaboration to pursue our vision of becoming a leading biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the delivery of innovation and hope to patients in the global rare disease community. At Travere Therapeutics, we are in rare for life. We continue to courageously forge new paths as we move toward a common goal of elevating science and service for rare patients . Position Summary The Senior Director, Program Management will be the program management lead for Travere’s pegtibatinase development program in homocystinuria and may support Travere programs, corporate initiatives, or additional products that may be added to Travere Therapeutics development portfolio. This role partners closely with the Program Lead and cross-functional Strategy Team to drive integrated strategy, planning execution, governance, and decision-making across the full product lifecycle—from development through commercialization. The ideal candidate excels in complex cross-functional environments, and has a proven ability to structure program plans, align stakeholders, and drive high-quality decisions within the rare disease environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related field; Master’s preferred. Equivalent combination of education and applicable job experience may be considered.
• 12+ years of relevant industry experience in biotech or pharmaceutical development.
• 5+ years of program or project leadership in complex drug development programs, including proficiency in strategic planning.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements (NDA/MAA) and support of regulatory submissions.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence in a matrixed, cross-functional environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills, including proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Smartsheet. Basic understanding of use of ChatGPT to deliver efficiencies.
• Proven ability to develop and manage complex project plans, timelines, budgets, and critical path is required.
• Strong facilitation skills and ability to drive structured, decision-focused meetings.
• Must have demonstrated successful ability to manage and drive cross functional working teams within product development internationally.
• Proven ability in negotiating and gaining consensus in a matrixed and global organization.
• Must possess excellent prioritization, resource planning, and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information for diverse stakeholders.
• Organizational agility and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
• 10% travel nationally and internationally; All positions have an essential job function to be able to perform face to face work with colleagues and/or onsite in San Diego as requested.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in rare disease / orphan drug / late-stage development desired.
• The ideal candidate will embody Travere’s core values: Courage, Community Spirit, Patient Focus and Teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional program planning and execution across clinical, regulatory, commercial, access, manufacturing, medical and nonclinical functions.
• Organize and lead strategy team meetings: set agendas, clarify objectives, document decisions, and proactively ensure accountability for action items.
• Develop and maintain integrated and often detailed development plans, timelines, budgets, and risk management frameworks.
• Identify critical path activities, interdependencies, and risks; proactively implement mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate program governance, including pro-active planning for decisions, identifying correct forum for decision making and leading the preparation of decision-ready materials.
• Promote cross-functional alignment, transparency, and accountability to achieve development and commercialization milestones.
• Partner with Finance on program budgeting and forecasting; ensure alignment and manage process for executive endorsement.
• Contribute to departmental and corporate process improvements.

Benefits

• Our benefits include premium health, financial, work-life and well-being offerings for eligible employees and dependents, wellness and employee support programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with employer match and generous paid time off.
• Our competitive compensation package includes a combination of both cash compensation (base pay and short-term incentive) and long-term incentive compensation (company stock), designed to recognize, retain, and reward employees.

What This Job Offers

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