Senior Project Manager, Tech Ops

CSL Plasma • Kankakee, IL

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About The Position

Responsible for leading the successful operational delivery of global, cross-functional R&D projects of strategic importance to CSL’s product portfolio.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree or equivalent in Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years’ experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
• 5+ years’ experience as a project manager leading cross-functional project teams in a matrixed, global environment
• In-depth knowledge in drug research, development and manufacturing processes
• Demonstrated experience in delivering projects to meet business objectives on time, within budget and with quality.
• Outstanding influencing ability & collaboration skills
• Proven success with building and developing matrix teams.
• Ability to work effectively in a matrix environment that includes interactions with multiple stakeholder groups
• Excellent executive presence, communication & change management skills.
• Exemplary project management skills
• Highly proficient in the use of Project Management processes and tools (e.g. Microsoft Project).

Nice To Haves

• An advanced degree (MSc, PhD) in Science or related field, Masters of Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Responsibilities

• Work closely with project leader to define strategy and operational tactics
• Responsible for the preparation and management of project budgets, sensitivities, resources, project timelines, project scope and all other project documentation
• Accountable for the accuracy and quality of reports to senior stakeholders
• Lead cross functional development teams through tactical execution of project plans
• Identify, manage and resolve project issues and mitigate risks
• Ensure documentation of key team information, decisions, actions, modifications to scope, resources, timelines and milestones in project management systems is current.
• Identify, evaluate the critical path, scenarios and challenge assumptions to increase robustness of project plans
• Monitor performance vs. plan (budget and timeline)
• Coordinate program updates to Sr. Management
• Provide coaching and mentorship to more junior members of the R&D Global Project Management Department

Benefits

• For more information on CSL benefits visit How CSL Supports Your Well-being | CSL
• At CSL, Inclusion and Belonging is at the core of our mission and who we are.
• It fuels our innovation day in and day out.
• By celebrating our differences and creating a culture of curiosity and empathy, we are able to better understand and connect with our patients and donors, foster strong relationships with our stakeholders, and sustain a diverse workforce that will move our company and industry into the future.
• To learn more about inclusion and belonging visit https://www.csl.com/careers/inclusion-and-belonging
• CSL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit https://www.csl.com/accessibility-statement

What This Job Offers

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