Senior Project Manager (Pharma Technical Operations)

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The Position

A healthier future. Its what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. Thats what makes us Roche.

Pharma Technical Operations (PTT) - Global MSAT & Engineering and Sustainability is responsible for ensuring that PT stays at the forefront of technology in our facilities and supports our robust processes & efficient operations in a sustainable way. Our focus is integrating SHE product health process health with equipment fit for purpose and facility readiness in support of the manufacturing network.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Project Manager within PTT you will lead large-scale cross-functional operations technology programs by integrating project management expertise with deep knowledge in CMC and digital capabilities. Reporting to the Strategy Realization and Operational Performance (SRO) Group Lead North America you will collaborate with technical leaders to execute the PT Technology Portfolio and product roadmaps while managing financial oversight communications and systemic change in alignment with Roche Operating Principles. Ultimately this role is responsible for driving business value and ensuring the efficient delivery of technical initiatives that support the organizations strategic performance promises. You will be :

• A strategic partner and thought leader to the PTT Leadership Team members and Project Leads driving capability building needs organization design and alignment with PT Strategy. Challenge the status quo and identify improvement opportunities.

• Strategize and lead program planning mobilize teams gain agreement for solutions and support the PTT and PTE operating model. Oversee program/project activities baseline schedules and control costs while ensuring timely completion of deliverables and adherence to budgets ($0.5M$5M).

• Build strong networks across the enterprise forming partnerships with stakeholders vendors and other teams. Ensuring project objectives are clear agreed upon and effectively communicated.

• Drive cross-functional strategic initiatives manage interdependencies and provide guidance to project teams including vendors. Facilitate workshops sprints and governance approaches for successful implementation.

• Formulate risk mitigation strategies analyze facilities and asset performance and optimize value generation while ensuring regulatory compliance and balancing sustainability goals with financial considerations.

• Apply lean and agile methodologies for continuous improvement E2E process optimization and workshop management. Act as a role model for an agile mindset and contribute to measurable value realization.

• Define and implement tailored change management plans for senior stakeholders promoting agile concepts and driving cultural shifts. Communicate strategies effectively to ensure smooth transitions and adoption.

• Plans reports and controls costs to ensure projects are completed within the approved budget. Ensures successful and timely completion of deliverables by tracking progress against schedule.

• Develop strategies for digital knowledge management using analytical tools and insights for data-driven decision-making.

Who you are

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent in Engineering or Life Sciences with 7 experience in Project Management in regulated fields (medical/combo devices pharmaceutical operations or digital transformation). PMI/Agile certification is highly desirable.

• Extensive experience managing complex projects/programs in CMC including Drug Substance Devices and Drug Product GMP manufacturing technologies with a strong track record of success. Proficient in Agile Scrum and other methodologies including risk mitigation and mentoring Project Managers.

• Demonstrated leadership in influencing stakeholders managing competing priorities and building strong networks across business functions up to the executive level. Exceptional people skills trust-building and collaborative abilities in dynamic matrixed and global environments.

• Advanced understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes trends like robotics and emerging technologies and digital enablement to support technical operations.

• Experienced in financial management and vendor management from RFP ideation to implementation.

• Skilled in Operational Excellence LEAN methodologies proven track record of continuous improvement initiatives and the ability to deliver results in fast-paced ambiguous and complex environments. Exercises sound judgment sets strategic direction and independently manages commitments and deliverables.

• Strong quality orientation attention to detail and ability to present complex technical topics to senior management. Skilled in facilitating virtual teams leveraging technology and tailoring resonant communications for diverse audiences.

• Excellent self-learning and development skills to stay current on industry trends. Displays strong accountability behaviors effectively prioritizes tasks and drives objectives in complex environments.

Travel:

• Flexible and ability to travel domestically and internationally as required (up to 20%)

• **Relocation benefits not eligible for relocation**

We use artificial intelligence to screen assess or select applicants for this role.

This posting is for an existing vacancy at Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd.

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together more than 100000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities foster creativity and keep our ambitions high so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Lets build a healthier future together.