Project Manager, Cell Therapy - Bristol Myers Squibb

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PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:

This position is responsible for leading cross-functional projects at the manufacturing site.  Typical projects supported by this project manager role include site readiness for new launches, implementation of new technologies and materials, information system updates and migrations, changes to the capabilities of the plant, and technical and business process changes. This position collaborates on these efforts with site and global stakeholders across manufacturing, quality, supply chain, information technology, facilities, manufacturing science & technology, and other functional areas. The role contributes to the success of the site by applying an organized approach to project planning and driving the execution of complex changes. Given the dynamic nature of cell therapy, these projects require an individual who can provide structure while quickly adapting to change and moving project teams forward.  This position reports in through the site’s PMO team and is actively involved in the maturation of site project and portfolio management processes, tools, and methodologies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead project planning, including development of the approach, planning activities, and planning schedule.
• Identify stakeholders and drive conversations to align on clear project requirements, scope, and deliverables. 
• Leverage site and global resources to identify the activities needed to produce the deliverables.
• Plan and secure resources needed to execute the work.  Work in partnership with site project engineering to gain endorsement for any associated capital asset request and budget management process where applicable.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules.  Coordinate and track execution of project plan activities and action items to ensure that deliverables are completed on time and in alignment with Quality standards.
• Plan and manage project team workshops and meetings.  Communicate outcomes via meeting notes, risk and issue logs, and action items logs in alignment with site practices.
• Identify, document, and manage project risks and issues.  Lead mitigation planning or escalation as needed.
• Control changes to scope and timeline in conjunction with project sponsors and governing bodies.
• Prepare and deliver presentations and project status updates to project team members, leaders, and other stakeholders to ensure ongoing visibility to project plans, status, decisions, risks, and issues.
• Capture and share project information electronically using online knowledge management tools.
• Lead planning and communications for cutovers to ensure regulatory and cGMP compliance.
• Promote excellence in project management capabilities through use of PMO best practices, knowledge sharing, innovation, and process improvements.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, information technology, business, or related field
• 5 years of relevant work experience including 2 years of project experience, preferably in life sciences
• Experience working in biopharma, cell therapy, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), FDA regulated, or other regulated environments is a plus
• Experience with predictive/waterfall project management processes and methodologies.  PMP/CAPM certification a plus.
• Basic knowledge of financial, operational, and business management principles
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Project, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint. 
• Able to take initiative and work independently to meet objectives with a high level of accountability. 
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.  Can efficiently manage a high volume of information.
• Effective verbal, written and presentation skills.  Able to navigate across a global matrix organization and influence others to achieve results.
• Analytical problem solving and critical thinking skills.  Understands detailed relationships and can quickly assess the impact of new information.
• Comfortable working in a rapidly changing environment.  Able to prioritize across competing demands.
• A passion for learning and improvement including a desire to advance project management proficiency.
• A team player with the desire to build positive relationships and contribute to a collaborative work environment.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. The primary duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job.

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. There are other duties and responsibilities that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management.

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