Pfizer

Program Coordinator

Pfizer • $68K — $114K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent with 5+ years of relevant experience, or a degree with no experience required.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Experience in coordinating meetings, events, and participant communications.
  • Proficient in budget management, including tracking expenses and vendor contracts.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a focus on professional presentation.
  • Resourceful and proactive in problem-solving and anticipating needs.
  • Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite and learning management systems.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate learner administration for leadership development programs, including enrollment and tracking.
  • Maintain accurate program documentation and learner records, identifying gaps and follow-up needs.
  • Partner with stakeholders to provide customer-focused support for a seamless learner experience.
  • Manage logistics for training programs, workshops, and events, ensuring all details are covered.
  • Coordinate with external speakers and vendors, handling all logistical requirements.
  • Provide administrative support to leadership, including calendar management and meeting coordination.
  • Prepare professional presentations and communications for leadership.

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions and additional retirement savings contributions.
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
  • Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave.
  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Flexible work schedule with hybrid work options.
Full Job Description
ROLE SUMMARY

The Program Coordinator provides administrative, program coordination, learning operations, and leadership support for leadership development programs and skills development for the Leadership Institute and Access and Reimbursement Team. The role coordinates learner administration, live training and event logistics, team meetings, budgets, vendors, systems, communications, travel and expenses, engagement activities, visitor logistics, and reporting to deliver a seamless learner and stakeholder experience while maintaining accurate program data and documentation.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Administration and Learner Management
  • Coordinate end-to-end learner administration for leadership development programs, including curriculum uploads and updates in the Content Library, GCMA submission management, participant enrollment, Degreed, My Essential Learning course creation, roster management, attendance and completion tracking, learner communications, assessments, certifications, badges, evaluations, and reporting.
  • Maintain accurate learner records, program documentation, schedules, trackers, reports, standard operating procedures, templates, communications, and meeting documentation; proactively identify gaps, risks, and follow-up needs.
  • Partner with learning, business, and platform stakeholders to provide urgent, customer-focused support and consistent learner experience.

Live Training, Events, and Engagement Logistics
  • Coordinate end-to-end logistics for leadership development programs, workshops, leadership meetings, town halls, off-sites, and engagement events, including scheduling, attendee management, materials, rooms, virtual meeting setup, travel, hotel blocks, registration, catering, supplies, and operational support.
  • Coordinate external speakers, facilitators, vendors, partners, and visitors, including access, materials, technology requirements, timelines, responsibilities, updates, and day-of support.
  • Anticipate logistical issues and resolve them early to support seamless program execution and stakeholder experience.

Calendar, Meeting, and Leadership Support
  • Provide administrative and coordination support to the Leadership Institute leader and AAR Team leader, including calendar management, teams channel/file management, scheduling, meeting coordination, conflict resolution across stakeholders, and phone coverage when required.
  • Coordinate team and leadership meetings by gathering agenda topics, distributing agendas and materials, documenting decisions and action items, and following up on commitments.
  • Prepare professional, executive-ready presentations, communications, reports, announcements, and messages of appreciation.

Budget, Purchasing, Travel, and Vendor Administration
  • Manage department and program budget tracking, purchase order creation and tracking, invoice routing, financial commitments, and recordkeeping in alignment with organizational processes.
  • Coordinate business travel, itineraries, expense reports, reimbursements, approved purchases, supplies, equipment, hotel accommodations, event contracts, and supporting documentation.
  • Coordinate vendor activities, contracts, deliverables, platform access, communications, milestones, and outstanding actions.

Learning Systems, Assessments, and Technology
  • Administer DiSC and SLII assessments, including assignments, access, communications, distribution, completion tracking, reports, materials, and vendor or platform coordination.
  • Work with the appropriate learning platform team to add classes to My Essential Learning, Degreed, and relevant academies and support learning system administration and reporting.
  • Expertise with Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Copilot, Claude, and other approved tools to improve coordination, reporting, content preparation, and operational efficiency; provide basic troubleshooting and escalate issues when needed.


QUALIFICATIONS

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
  • High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in program coordination, administrative support, training coordination, learning operations, event coordination, or project support; OR an Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD with 0+ years of work experience is required.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, schedules, and stakeholders with strong attention to detail and follow-through.
  • Experience coordinating meetings, live or virtual events, participant communications, materials, logistics, town halls, off-sites, engagement activities, and action tracking.
  • Experience coordinating business travel, expense reports, reimbursements, budgets, purchase orders, invoices, contracts, vendors, purchases, or related financial administration.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including formatting professional and executive-ready materials and providing urgent stakeholder support.
  • Demonstrated resourcefulness, sound judgment, initiative, and ability to anticipate needs, resolve issues, and work independently under pressure.
  • Expert level knowledge of Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; ability to learn systems, run reports, perform basic data analysis, and troubleshoot common technology issues.
  • Ability to handle business information and learner data with appropriate discretion and accuracy.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Experience in Learning and Development, Commercial Training, leadership development, or a related learning environment.
  • Experience administering learning platforms, learner records, enrollments, completion tracking, credentials, assessments, and system-based communications.
  • Demonstrated project management skills and experience coordinating complex, cross-functional programs.
  • Experience with My Essential Learning, Degreed, Content Library administration, DiSC, SLII, or comparable learning and assessment platforms.
  • Experience using generative AI tools, including Copilot or Claude, to support approved business processes and improve operational efficiency.


NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, or occasional weekends, when required to support programs or events.
  • Ability to travel as needed for in-person leadership programs, meetings, or events. Travel expectations will be confirmed by the hiring team.


ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
  • Leadership Institute leader and AAR Team leader; learning, business, and platform stakeholders; leadership program participants; external speakers and facilitators; vendors, partners, and visitors; appropriate learning platform teams.


Financial Accountability
  • Supports department and program budget tracking, purchase orders, invoices, financial commitments, approved purchases, vendor contracts, travel, and event-related expenses. Specific financial accountability to be confirmed by the hiring team.

Supervision
  • No direct reports. The role coordinates cross-functional stakeholders, vendors, facilitators, speakers, partners, and program participants.


OTHER JOB DETAILS:
  • Last Day to Apply: October 12, 2026
  • Work Location Assignment: Hybrid, 2-3 days onsite/week US Commercial Pfizer site preferred (Pfizer's Log in for Your Day Policy)


The salary for this position ranges from $33.12 to $55.19 per hour. In addition, this position offers eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums depending on the work schedule and the Company's policies. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided applies only to the United States - New York - New York City location.

This role is posted in multiple locations. If you are applying for the role in an secondary job posting location where pay transparency regulations apply, your Talent Advisor will share the local pay information with you during the first interview.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.

U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.

Sunshine Act

Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider's name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.

EEO & Employment Eligibility

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email [redacted]. This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned.

To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers.

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About Pfizer

Hospira, Inc. is the provider of injectable drugs and infusion technologies. Through its broad, integrated portfolio, Hospira is uniquely positioned to Advance Wellness™ by improving patient and caregiver safety while reducing healthcare costs. The company is headquartered in Lake Forest, Ill., and has approximately 16,000 employees.

Pfizer Careers

Joining Pfizer’s global team offers more than just job opportunities; it’s a chance to be a part of a company that leads with science and innovates for better health. As a leading biopharmaceutical company, Pfizer is at the forefront of transforming lives through innovation, leadership, and diversity. Work You’ll Do At Pfizer, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry, engaging in work that enhances global health and saves lives. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, professional growth, and inclusivity, making every day a learning opportunity. Here, your skills will be honed, your professional acumen will be expanded, and you will be part of a team that values the power of diverse insights to drive success. Pfizer’s Leadership and Growth Lead and innovate with Pfizer, where we value the growth of each employee. Our leadership is committed to providing employees with the training and resources needed to excel in their careers. Pfizer offers a variety of career paths, including roles in research, marketing, finance, technology, and more, each offering a unique blend of challenges and rewards. Internship and Employment Opportunities Start your career with Pfizer through our internship programs or dive straight into a full-time position. We are hiring individuals who are passionate about healthcare and who seek to make a difference in the world. Our internships provide invaluable industry experience, networking opportunities, and a potential pathway to full-time employment. Benefits and Culture Pfizer is dedicated to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued and can achieve their full potential. We offer competitive benefits packages that support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. At Pfizer, you’ll find a culture that encourages collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. Join Our Team Explore the numerous job opportunities at Pfizer by searching open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for driven, curious, and innovative team players who are ready to advance their careers in a transformative company. Stay Connected Keep up to date with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Pfizer. Interview and Resume Tips Prepare for your future with Pfizer by utilizing our resources for resume building and interview preparation. We provide guidance on how to effectively showcase your skills and experiences to align with the needs of a position at Pfizer. Our goal is to help you succeed in securing a role that suits your professional goals and personal growth aspirations. Pfizer: A Place Where You Can Make a Difference Every position at Pfizer contributes to our mission of making the world a healthier place. Whether through direct patient care, research innovation, or corporate roles that support our operations, your work will have global impact. Join us in our journey to change lives—explore Pfizer careers today.
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Size
79,000 employees
Market Cap
$285.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$9.6 billion
Founded
1849
5 Year Trend
+9%
Revenue
$41.9 billion
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