The PositionManage multiple projects simultaneously, which include managing projects of all complexity levels across any business unit. Within budget on time, and within scope. Ensure all projects are staffed & executed according to the project plans and within budget, schedule, & scope.
RelationshipsReports to (Senior) Manager.
Essential Functions- Lead multi-disciplined project teams to complete projects on-time, on-budget, meeting all requirements (quality, cost, schedule, scope)
- Develop & execute assigned project plans in accordance with the scope, schedule, quality, impact & cost objectives
- Lead multi-disciplined project team(s), to include negotiating required staffing with LOB & assisting with required training of personnel supporting the project
- Develop project staffing plans, considering both internal & external (contingent/consultant) workers, needed to support projects, to include assembling the project team & manage tasks & time closely for external staff to ensure budget alignment
- Provide project cash flow projections to support Budget Cycles (AB, RE, LE)
- Refine business case with project owner/sponsor
- Establish & communicate quantifiable project benefits
- Manage, coordinate & direct contract resources, & internal resources
- Refine & clarify project scope through early project analysis with subject matter experts & owners to further substantiate project purpose
- Provide clear goals so that the project secures effective use of time & resources & builds employee motivation
- Develop bid packages, bid evaluation & drive vendor selection. Also work with procurement to create project specific contracts
- Accountable for financial project through purchase order creation, management, invoicing & cost forecasting
- Monitor & control project work with stringent follow-up on quality, schedule & budget so that the project delivers the desired end-product
- Monitor & report project progress to stakeholders & relevant department &/or site leadership
- Ensure the quality/content of steering group status & gate presentations
- Review, approve, & endorse project related procurement (i.e. purchase orders & bid events)
- Support building, managing & improving Project Portfolio Management systems ( PMO Tools)
- Ensure alignment with global programs & other site projects to actively share best practice, knowledge, & visions
- Ensure all facets of the program lifecycle align with expectations set forth by the STG &/or project owner
- Support project manager mentoring & onboarding
- Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
- Other accountabilities, as assigned
Physical RequirementsAbility to work in an open office environment with the possibility of frequent distraction. Ability to travel up to 10% of the time. (% can change on a case-by-case basis based on the role.)
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or other Technical Science field of study from an accredited university required; or
- May consider an Associate's degree in Engineering Technology or other Technical Science field of study from an accredited university with a minimum of seven (7) years of proven project management experience required; or
- May consider a High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of nine (9) additional years' experience of proven project management required
- Minimum of five (5) years of proven project management experience required, to include:
- Leading change management projects required
- Leading complex & major capital expenditure projects required
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment preferred
- Advanced Project Management competencies obtained through relevant project management training or experience preferred
- Excellent writing & oral communication skills; presentation & facilitation skills; & negotiation & conflict resolution skills required
- Ability to work in both technical & non-technical areas preferred
- Ability to use creativity to resolve problems that arise during project execution preferred
- Knowledgeable in GMP concepts preferred
- Knowledge of Lean principles & how they apply in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Understanding of product documentation & standard operating procedures is preferred
- Ability to create & manage work plans & detailed project schedules required
- Strong analytical/reasoning, organizational & multi-tasking skills required
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with key stakeholders in a cross-cultural environment & demonstrates superior written & oral communication skill required
- Develops & maintains strong internal & external relationship required
- Proficient in basic computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office required
- Ability to function independently, as well as execution of good judgement in decision making & strong leadership skills required
- Functions well in team environment is required
- Meets objectives demonstrating strong change management skills required
- Proven project management experience with direct management of multiple projects simultaneously required
- Proven expertise in planning/organizing, managing execution & revising the work plan for cross functional project teams preferred
- Ability to utilize critical thinking in problem solving required
- Practice and demonstrate Novo Nordisk behaviors and value (Novo Nordisk Way) and is seen as a role model in the department and across the organization preferred
