Associate Director, Program Management

Your mission

Associate Director, Program Management

Pierre Fabre, the second-largest private French pharmaceutical group and the world's second-largest dermo-cosmetics lab offers you a dynamic, purpose-driven career.  

Primarily owned by The Pierre Fabre Foundation, a government-recognized public-interest foundation, we take pride in our expertise in oncology. 

Beyond being employees, we act as entrepreneurs, and our work is a pursuit of purpose and performance. Join us in our mission to protect and preserve the health and sustainability of all people and our planet. Innovate, collaborate with healthcare professionals, and make a difference with "New Ways to Care."  

Join Pierre Fabre Pharmaceuticals to make a real impact in people's lives. Your purposeful career begins here. 

SUMMARY: 

This position is responsible for planning and driving execution of programs/projects, including but not limited to, process, operational, material, compliance improvements, analytical development, technology transfer, comparability, and regulatory filing support within internal and external matrix organizations. This individual will partner with Manufacturing, MSAT, Quality, Supply Chain, and other key internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful project execution on budget and on time through application of expertise in projects management tools and processes. This position requires an individual capable of organizing a complex network of interrelated deliverables and working cross functionally inside and outside the business to deliver transformative cell therapies to patients.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Planning, execution, and Implementation of cross-functional programs and projects

• Apply project management expertise and best practices in the planning, initiation, execution, and tracking of project activities.

• Institute comprehensive work breakdown structures for all team deliverables and manage through risks/issues/decisions through completion.

• Identify resource and schedule constraints, key risks, and issues to be resolved and proactively drive the development of contingency and/or risk mitigation plans,

• Ensure exceptional reporting and communication including escalation of risks and issues and coordination of decision making. Develop and implement formal communication protocols and tools including dashboards, management reports, monthly/quarterly updates, and any other product specific information as needed.

• Continuously drive improvements and ensuring effectiveness of Program Management processes and tools

• · Lead/participate in the development, implementation, and sustainability of standardized approaches to program/project management with respect to schedule milestones, resources, and costs.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree and 10-12 years of related biopharmaceutical work experience or Master’s degree and 8-10 years of work experience.

• Minimum of 3 years of project/program management experience

• Minimum of 5 years leading program / project teams in fast paced environments.

• Proficiency in any PPM (program portfolio management) software tools such as MS Office, Jira, SmarSheet

Preferred:

• Preferred experience in cell and gene therapy and/or strong knowledge of GMP manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and/or regulatory processes and challenges

• Excellent communication and negotiation, strong presentation, problem solving, and facilitation skills

• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams and inspire collaboration across the business.

• Exceptional organizational and time management skills; ability to multi-task in fast paced environments.

LOCATION: Hybrid - Secaucus, NJ. Remote option will be considered with some travel (10-15%) to NJ office, CDMO, Contract Test lab, 3PL as needed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Benefits of being a Pierre Fabre Employee 

Join Pierre Fabre for competitive benefits including three medical plans, dental and vision coverage, voluntary benefits, a 401(k) plan, and more! Our offerings also include a hybrid work policy, a generous PTO policy and company holidays, paid parental leave, discounts on our products, learning and development opportunities, and access to mental health and wellness programs, creating a well-rounded work experience for our employees. 

Pierre Fabre   

Pierre Fabre has been recognized by Forbes as one of the "World's Best Employers" for the 3rd year running. 

https://www.pierre-fabre.com/en-us 

True to My Nature 

Pierre Fabre is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service or any other class protected by state or federal law.