Program Manager
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Job Description
Who is USP
The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with the worlds top authorities in health and science to develop quality standards for medicines dietary supplements and food ingredients. USPs fundamental belief that Equity Excellence manifests in our core value of Passion for Quality through our more than 1300 hardworking professionals across twenty global locations to deliver the mission to strengthen the supply of safe quality medicines and supplements worldwide.
At USP we value inclusivity for all. We recognize the importance of building an organizational culture with meaningful opportunities for mentorship and professional growth. From the standards we create the partnerships we build and the conversations we foster we affirm the value of Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging in building a world where everyone can be confident of quality in health and healthcare.
USP is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer (EEOE) and affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment in all aspects of our workan environment where every employee feels fully empowered and valued irrespective of but not limited to race ethnicity physical and mental abilities education religion gender identity and expression life experience sexual orientation country of origin regional differences work experience and family status. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.
Brief Job Overview
United States Pharmacopeia (USP) is seeking a Program Manager to lead and support the growth initiatives of the Materials program. In this role you will oversee projects from initiation to launch ensuring successful . Your key responsibilities will include collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to onboard materials production vendors defining goals and milestones managing project deliverables delegating tasks coordinating meetings monitoring progress improving processes and ensuring program objectives and deadlines are achieved.
How will YOU create impact here at USP
In this role at USP you contribute to USPs public health mission of increasing equitable access to highquality safe medicine and improving global health through public standards and related programs. In addition as part of our commitment to our employees Global People and Culture in partnership with the Equity Office regularly invests in the professional development of all people managers. This includes training in inclusive management styles and other competencies necessary to ensure engaged and productive work environments.
This role requires a highly motivated and problem solver who can drive initiatives ensure project success and contribute to the advancement of materials development. The key responsibilities include:
Program Coordination
- Define program goals and translate them into actionable plans.
- Communicate plans effectively across internal teams and external stakeholders through meetings memos emails and project tracking tools.
- Prioritize tasks delegate responsibilities and ensure alignment across departments.
Meeting Organization & Leadership
- Organize and facilitate key program initiation and update meetings including materialsfocused discussions with internal and external teams.
- Use meetings as a platform for twoway communication fostering alignment among team members and functional departments.
- Take a leadership role in steering meetings ensuring clear objectives action items and followups.
CrossFunctional Collaboration
- Work closely with scientists quality production & product management teams and product development vendors to drive projects forward.
- Serve as a liaison between various departments ensuring seamless of program initiatives.
- Identify and resolve project roadblocks to maintain momentum and meet critical deadlines.
Project Management &
- Oversee projects from conception to completion ensuring quality timeliness and alignment with strategic objectives.
- Track project milestones monitor risks and implement solutions proactively.
- Continuously enhance processes to improve efficiency and project outcomes.
Who is USP Looking For
The successful candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of our mission commitment to excellence through inclusive and equitable behaviors and practices ability to quickly build credibility with stakeholders along with the following competencies and experience:
- Bachelors or masters degree in Organic Chemistry Materials Science Chemical Engineering or a related field
- 7 years of experience in project/program management preferably in the life science or chemical industry. PMP certification is preferred.
- Expertise in project management methodologies (e.g. Agile Waterfall Hybrid).
- Strong stakeholder management skills working with scientists production teams and external partners.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to facilitate meetings create reports and drive team alignment.
- Familiarity with collaboration tools (e.g. SharePoint Microsoft Teams)
- Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project AchieveIt.
- Experience using data analysis tools such as Excel Tableau Power Bi and generating reports for performance tracking.
- Able to work flexible hours when needed in collaboration with global teams (work hours would be standard however there could be a few calls beyond standard hours to collaborate with global sites).
Additional Desired Preferences
- Must have managed projects in a fastpaced organization with crossfunctional teams.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No supervisory responsibility
Benefits
USP provides the benefits to protect yourself and your family today and tomorrow. From companypaid time off and comprehensive healthcare options to retirement savings you can have peace of mind that your personal and financial wellbeing is protected.
Note: USP does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies and is not responsible for fees from recruiters or other agencies except under specificwritten agreement with USP.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
