Working Location: Massachusetts, Westborough; Pennsylvania, Center Valley Workplace Flexibility: HybridJob DescriptionThis position is part of the Global Strategy & Operations function and will be responsible for driving planning and execution of Medical and Scientific Affairs efforts on complex projects in a timely fashion and within budget.
The incumbent will be accountable for partnering with up to two business units to ensure proper MSA sub-functional staffing and support of priority programs. . He/She will plan, in conjunction with multiple MSA sub-functions, project scope, milestones and resource needs, and will monitor progress and budget while keeping stakeholders informed throughout the project life cycle. The Sr. Program Manager (PM) will strongly support the development of sustainable business processes and documentation to reinforce and improve organizational agility and operational performance. This role is highly cross-functional necessitating collaboration with stakeholders within MSA, across GIS/SIS in multiple regions, and within the broader organization as appropriate.
The Sr. PM is responsible for directly and indirectly driving MSA engagement and collaboration across the his/her portfolio(s) while communicating various progress reports and reviews with senior leadership.
The incumbent will report directly to the Director, MSA PMO, and will engage MSA functional subject matter experts (SMEs) to enhance working practices and adherence to operational processes
Job Duties- Drives and supports continuous process excellence/improvement initiatives as prioritized and approved by MSA leadership with the newly onboarded ESE and DU partners.
- Determine and document portfolio and project scope and objectives by onboarding sub-functional SMEs onto key Digital initiatives.
- Drive Evidence Generation Strategy discussions with development teams and for post commercialization initiatives.
- Build team ownership and commitment to project and business plans and define project milestones, deliverables, and associated resource and budget requirements.
- Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan.
- Stakeholder management- Provide updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress.
- Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout the entire project execution
- Proactively manage project-related actions and deliverables, holding team members and functional managers accountable for completion
- Support MSA coordination of integration activities post hand off from MSA BD lead colleagues when applicable.
- Support prioritization of global projects/processes based on business needs and available resources.
- Assess performance and recommend change as necessary to support the development of harmonized global processes.
- Documents new and revises existing process documentation including Quality Documents, process maps, tools, and training materials.
- Any other miscellaneous functional initiatives/business needs as assigned.
Job QualificationsRequired:- BS degree in engineering or scientific/technical field.
- Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in the medical device and/or pharmaceutical industry.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in a clinical, R&D, engineering, or project management role, interfacing with new product development.
- Experience with applicable FDA guidance, ISO 13485 regulations, and applicable industry standards.
- Experience with and/or training in change management.
- Effectively demonstrated planning and organizational skills with background and experience in project management principles, practices, techniques, and tools.
- Must be able to work independently and be self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency and drive for results.
- Ability to work in an environment with competing priorities; highly effective at dealing with change and ambiguity as business needs shift, responding well under pressure, and demonstrating flexibility while ensuring compliance.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and comfortable and adaptable presenting to different audiences and levels of the organization, including executive management teams.
- Technical expertise of PM Tools: Microsoft Project and/or SmartSheet.
- Expertly proficient in: Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Word.
- This position will require constant collaborative interactions with co-workers across functional groups and departments. Strong interpersonal skills and outstanding verbal and written communication skills are essential.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to operate highly effectively in a team environment.
- Excellent group facilitation, mediation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to expertly analyze complex problems, interpret operational needs, develop integrated, creative solutions, and implement these solutions.
- Position requires up to 15% domestic and 5% international travel.
Preferred:- MS or MBA.
- Strong knowledge and application of global regulations and good document management practices.
Why join Olympus?We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture.
Equitable Offerings you can count on:- Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs
- Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance*
- 12 Paid Holidays
- On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**
Connected Culture you can embrace:- Work-life integrated culture that supports an employee centric mindset
- Offers onsite, hybrid and field work environments
- Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs
- Employee Resource Groups
- Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs
- Paid Educational Assistance
*US Only
**Center Valley, PA and Westborough, MA
Are you ready to be a part of our team?Learn more about our benefits and incentives: https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers/benefits-perks.
The anticipated base pay range for this full-time position in this location is $154,866.00 - $216,812.00 / year, plus potential for annual bonus (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).
Olympus considers a variety of factors when determining actual compensation for this position, including level of experience, working location, and relevant education and certifications.
Posting Notes: || United States (US) || Massachusetts (US-MA) || Westborough || Medical Affairs
