DIRECTOR OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Company Information

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Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance, drug product, and analytical services across the entire drug lifecycle. With more than 40 years of experienceand a growing team of over 2,000 professionals servicing global clients, Cambrex is a trusted partner in branded and generic markets for API and dosage form development and manufacturing.

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+ engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve

+ learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment

+ strengthen connections with coworkers and the community

Were committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast-paced and growing company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more!

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Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations. Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world. Start a career where You Matter by applying today!

Job Overview

The Director, Project Management (PM) is a critical leadership role at the Longmont site responsible for line management of the PM team and relationship management with one or more key clients. This position reports to the Vice President and General Manager, and the incumbent will be a member of the site leadership team. Coaching, training and skills development of subordinate staff are key aspects of this role.

This role requires an ability to interact with project managers and technical staff to execute complex projects and consistently translate project activities across our teams into visible project plans in a matrixed environment. The successful candidate will be able to assimilate project and risk mitigation status across the portfolio and communicate this information across the site leadership team and to key client stakeholders. This position is well suited for those that have demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, technical aptitude, and problem-solving skills. Experience with early-stage drug development is highly preferred, including a thorough understanding of GxP.

Responsibilities

+ Lead and manage project managers to integrate and align the execution of customer projects across service lines at the site.

+ Ensure that the PM team generates and reviews project plans, timelines and deliverable status and promptly modifies schedules or plans as required, notifying clients and internal stakeholders of changes and e ffectively mitigate project risks and resolve project issues in a timely manner.

+ Ensure that the project team manages project scope and budget and raises change orders as project scope evolves during execution.

+ Develop standards, processes, key performance indicators and tools used for effective project scheduling, capacity planning and relationship management with one or more key clients.

+ Recruits, trains, develops, coaches, mentors and retains Project Management staff and ensures that they are fully trained and effective in their roles.

+ Participates in and supports client visits, audits and inquiries to ensure complete fulfillment of requests and interests. Acts as a primary client escalation point to resolve project issues.

+ Applies business intelligence to forecast future capacity demand and revenue from existing project portfolio, including future revenue from existing projects resulting from new proposals and changes of scope not yet approved.

+ Creates strong and productive relationships with clients.

+ Supports business development to win new business opportunities. Involvement with proposal and change order generation as needed.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills

+ Strong technical Project Management skills

+ Adept business acumen and communication skills

+ Solid understanding of pharmaceutical product development (API and Drug Product) including regulatory framework and safety requirements

+ Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically

+ Demonstrated ability to direct, motivate and inspire effective teamwork for direct reports as well as matrixed colleagues on project teams

+ Flexible during times of change with the ability to navigate and resolve ambiguity

+ Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate within cross-functional teams and to upper management

+ Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, scientific and collaborative environment

+ Openly shares knowledge/information needed to achieve client and business objectives

+ Demonstrated proficiency with project management tools and scheduling systems

Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements

+ A Bachelors degree in life sciences field with referably in the life sciences with minimally 7+ years of relevant pharamceutical development experience including at least four years in management

+ Experience leading and managing projects is required

+ CDMO and/or CRO experience is preferred

+ Advanced degree and PMP certification are preferred

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to see, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and walk. The employee may be required to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

Environment and Protective Equipment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. The employee may be required to gain access to lab, manufacturing or clinical areas for inspections or work discussions. The employee is required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment to perform the job duties. Such personal protective equipment .