Senior Director of Program Management, Global Operations

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

📋 Description

• Provides high-level leadership within KBI’s Program Management Office.

• Oversees intricate, multi-modality programs that encompass Drug Substance (BDS), Drug Product (DP), and Fill/Finish partner networks.

• Responsible for the execution of programs and delivery to clients, alongside PMO strategy, operational excellence, and enhancing organizational maturity.

• Acts as a senior partner for clients, ensuring effective alignment between KBI, clients, and strategic collaborators.

• Manages project timelines throughout all development phases, from project award and kick-off to close-out.

• Develops, maintains, and updates project plans in a timely manner.

• Communicates project status, progress, timelines, schedule changes, and any technical and/or quality issues.

• Schedules, facilitates, and documents client team meetings related to the program.

• Leads cross-functional teams without direct authority.

• Analyzes risks, formulates contingency plans, and identifies trigger events along with responsibilities for initiating mitigating actions.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science (M.Sc), or Doctorate (Ph.D.) is required.

• A Bachelor's degree (B.Sc) in a scientific or related field with over 15 years of relevant industry experience is acceptable in lieu of an advanced degree.

• PMP certification (current or planned shortly).

• A minimum of 15 years of industry experience, with at least 8 years of direct project management experience.

• Previous experience managing projects effectively within a pharmaceutical or biotech company, CDMO, CRO, or similar environment is required.

• Experience in client contract negotiations is necessary.

• Previous personnel management experience of over 5 years is essential.

• Proven experience in developing project management tools/templates, enhancing project systems, and implementing best practices.

• Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility, including the capacity to manage deadline pressure, ambiguity, and change.

• Ability to build teams and foster a spirit of collaboration while coordinating various activities and groups.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual bonus structure available for all employees.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage provided.

• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.

• Sabbatical program offered.

• 401K matching with 100% vesting in 60 days.

• Employee recognition programs in place.