Associate Director, Project Management, PMO

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

📋 Description

• Lead advanced, global program initiatives as a strategic collaborator for Thermo Fisher Scientific's growth and innovation.

• Encourage innovative thinking and promote collaboration across various regions and functions.

• Execute intricate projects, including business transformations, system implementations, process enhancements, and regulatory compliance initiatives.

• Develop and nurture high-performing project teams while establishing an environment of excellence that aligns with Thermo Fisher's core values.

• Collaborate with senior leadership to outline project scope, objectives, and success metrics.

• Guarantee timely project delivery within budgetary constraints.

• Serve as the principal contact for project status updates.

• Proactively identify and mitigate risks through effective strategies and clear communication with stakeholders.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 10 years of experience in clinical systems implementations, including executive stakeholder and vendor management capabilities.

• Strong comprehension of data strategies and platforms from a delivery perspective.

• Advanced Degree with 10 years of experience, or a Bachelor's Degree with 15 years of experience managing complex, global programs and project initiatives.

• Project Management certification (PMP, Prince2, Agile) is highly desirable.

• Change Management certification (e.g., Prosci) is a plus.

• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams within a matrix organization.

• Demonstrated success in implementing large-scale business transformations, system integrations, or process improvements.

• Solid understanding of project management methodologies and best practices.

• Experience in finance operations, customer service, procurement, or related business functions.

• Strong leadership skills with a proven track record in building and developing teams.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage at all organizational levels.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Proven ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously.

• Familiarity with project management tools and systems.

• Expertise in change management and stakeholder engagement.

• Adaptability to changing project demands and diverse environments.

• Strong interpersonal awareness and conflict resolution skills.

• Excellent planning, organizational, and time management abilities.

• Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of additional languages is advantageous.

• Willingness to travel up to 25% as needed.

• Experience in a regulated/GCP environment is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Flexible work arrangements and work-life balance initiatives.