AD, Program Management

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Brazil.

📋 Description

• Lead strategic initiatives and projects that contribute to the mission of Thermo Fisher Scientific.

• Drive innovation and excellence across various business units by overseeing complex portfolios.

• Build and mentor high-performing teams to ensure the successful execution of critical projects.

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership.

• Facilitate portfolio governance, optimize resources, and standardize best practices in program management.

• Assist with organizational change management efforts related to transformation programs.

• Oversee programs that involve strategic, digital, and operating model transformations.

• Manage portfolios with budgets in the millions and significant revenue implications.

• Utilize program management methodologies, tools, best practices, and stage-gate processes.

• Collaborate with and guide teams in matrix organizations without having direct authority.

• Manage stakeholder relationships and communicate effectively at the executive level.

• Conduct budgeting, forecasting, and develop business cases.

• Implement Agile methodologies and tailor approaches to meet project requirements.

• Align programs with overarching business objectives.

• Identify and mitigate risks while solving problems effectively.

• Build and nurture high-performing teams.

• Travel may be required up to 20%.

⛳️ Requirements

• An advanced degree accompanied by 6 years of experience, or a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of program/project management experience in regulated environments.

• Preferred educational fields include Business, Life Sciences, or a related discipline.

• Proven success in leading complex, cross-functional programs from inception to delivery.

• In-depth knowledge of strategic, digital, and operating model transformations.

• Experience managing portfolios with multi-million-dollar budgets and significant revenue effects.

• Proficient in program management methodologies, tools, and best practices, including stage-gate processes.

• Capability to collaborate and guide teams in matrix organizations without direct authority.

• Excellent skills in stakeholder management and communication at the executive level.

• Strong financial acumen, covering budgeting, forecasting, and business case development.

• Familiarity with project management software such as MS Project, Smartsheet, and PPM tools.

• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and the ability to adjust approaches based on project requirements.

• Strategic mindset with the ability to align programs with business objectives.

• Exceptional organizational and analytical skills.

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

• Experience in regulated environments, particularly GMP and FDA, is preferred.

• Willingness to travel up to 20%.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and project management tools.

• Experience in building and developing high-performing teams.

• Strong skills in risk management and problem-solving.

• PMP certification is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application or interview process.

• Benefits and privileges associated with employment.