Lonza America Inc

Program Manager

Lonza America Inc$90K — $120K *
Bend, OR 97701In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a science or engineering field.
  • Experience in project or program management in regulated environments.
  • Preferred background in pharmaceutical, chemical, or life sciences organizations.
  • Familiarity with project management tools and standard office software.
  • Proven success in delivering complex projects.
  • Strong collaboration and influencing skills in matrix organizations.
  • Excellent communication skills with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams throughout the program lifecycle.
  • Serve as the main operational contact for customers and stakeholders.
  • Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and profitability with teams.
  • Partner with Account Management to execute long-term program strategies.
  • Establish and maintain effective governance structures internally and externally.
  • Prepare Statements of Work and support their approval process.

Benefits

  • Agile career path within a dynamic and collaborative culture.
  • Inclusive, ethical, and safety-focused workplace.
  • Compensation programs recognizing and rewarding high performance.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance available.
  • Access to a comprehensive global benefits offering.
Full Job Description
The actual location of this job is in Bend, Oregon. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead cross-functional programs that deliver high-quality outcomes for customers. You will guide projects through key milestones, align teams, and ensure successful execution across the Lonza network.

This is a fully site-based role. Working together in person supports close, real-time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.

What you will get
  • An agile career path within a dynamic and collaborative working culture
  • An inclusive, ethical, and safety-focused workplace
  • Compensation programs that recognize and reward high performance
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Access to Lonza's global benefits

The full list of our global benefits can also be found at: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

What you will do
  • Lead and motivate cross-functional teams across the full program lifecycle
  • Serve as the primary operational contact for customers and internal stakeholders
  • Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and program performance
  • Partner with account management to develop and execute long-term strategies
  • Establish and maintain governance structures for program oversight
  • Prepare statements of work and support approval processes
  • Identify risks and drive actions to ensure successful program delivery
What we are looking for
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a science or engineering field
  • Experience in project or program management within a regulated environment
  • Background in pharmaceutical, chemical, or life sciences industries is preferred
  • Familiarity with project management tools and standard office applications
  • Proven ability to deliver complex projects successfully
  • Strong collaboration skills with the ability to influence across teams
  • Clear and effective communication skills with customers and stakeholders

About Lonza America Inc

Lonza America Inc is a subsidiary of Lonza Group, a Swiss multinational company that provides products and services to the pharmaceutical, biotech, and specialty ingredients markets. Lonza America Inc is responsible for the North American market and offers a range of products and services, including custom manufacturing, research and development, and quality control testing. The company has a strong focus on sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. Lonza America Inc was founded in 1897 and has since grown to become a leading provider of products and services in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.
Learn more about Lonza America Inc
Size
16,218 employees
Industry
NASDAQ

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