Associate Director-Project Management Office

Summary :

The Associate Director of Project Management Office (PMO) plays a crucial role in supporting the strategic management of projects within the organization, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and business value in site. This position involves collaborating with key stakeholders to implement project management standards and ensure efficient delivery of projects in alignment with organizational goals.

Company Overview

The work we do at FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies has never been more important—and we are looking for talented candidates to join us. We are growing our locations, our capabilities, and our teams, and looking for passionate, mission-driven people like you who want to make a real difference in people’s lives. Join FDB and help create the next vaccine, cure, or gene therapy in partnership with some of the most innovative biopharma companies across the globe. We are proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your passion, energy, and drive - what FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies call Genki.

College Station, Texas may be a small, university town, but the lively cultural scene and local amenities make it a great place for families as well as those who want the ease of small-town life and the convenience of living close to the vibrant pulse of big cities. Eighty-seven percent of Texas' population lives within a 180-mile radius, so we are in the center of it all in Texas. And our site is nestled in the hub of innovation, representing a source of pride for the area.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Assist the Director of PMO in developing and implementing advanced project management processes and methodologies.
• Drive project portfolio management, including advanced knowledge of project selection, prioritization, and resource allocation.
• Facilitate effective communication across project teams to ensure successful execution and delivery of projects.
• Identify project risks and implement advanced mitigation strategies.
• Maintain strong stakeholder relationships to understand and meet business needs.
• Monitor and report on project progress, financials, and performance metrics.
• Promote continuous process improvement and encourage innovative solutions.
• Coach and mentor Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, and Project Coordinators as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Proven cGMP experience and working knowledge of CDMO or biopharmaceutical operations, including warehouse and distribution, validation processes, and data integrity compliance.
• Working knowledge of financial acumen and technical writing.
• Proficient in advanced computer applications (e.g., Word, Excel, LIMS) and enterprise systems.
• Advanced knowledge of ERP transactions and GXP enterprise systems.
• Working knowledge of cycle counts, JIT distribution, stock replenishment, and shipping/receiving processes.
• Advanced skills in continuous process improvement and implementing quality systems (e.g., SOPs, Change Control).
• Understanding of FMEAs/risk assessments and Veeva platfor
• Advanced ability to create, approve technical documentation, and manage process introduction tasks.
• Working knowledge of building and demonstrating the feasibility/ROI of new business processes/strategies for improvement.
  
  

Required Project Management Competencies:

• Strategic Leadership and Visionary Guidance: Demonstrated excellence in providing strategic direction and leadership for large, cross-functional teams managing complex projects. Able to integrate project initiatives with long-term organizational objectives, fostering innovation and driving sustainable business growth. Proven track record of transforming strategic visions into actionable objectives that yield tangible benefits.
• Executive Communication and Strategic Influence: Superior communication and interpersonal skills, adept at shaping and influencing executive leadership and key stakeholders. Mastery in articulating complex information clearly and persuasively to executive teams, guiding critical decision-making, and cultivating robust, long-term stakeholder relationships that support organizational success.
• Holistic Risk and Opportunity Management Leadership: Renowned for comprehensive risk management expertise, including architecting frameworks for risk identification, assessment, and mitigation. Capable of proactively recognizing and capitalizing on strategic opportunities to enhance project success and contribute to organizational resilience and adaptability.
• Advanced Financial Acumen and Strategic Resource Optimization: Authority in financial management, overseeing and strategically optimizing multi-million-dollar budgets. Expert in orchestrating strategic resource allocation that maximizes ROI, with a keen eye for aligning financial strategies with project and organizational objectives to optimize project execution and profitability.
• Comprehensive Strategic Planning and Implementation Leadership: Seasoned in crafting and executing large-scale, multi-year strategic plans that transform business models and deliver competitive advantages. Capable of setting strategic milestones and performance metrics that are instrumental for achieving transformative business objectives.
• Mastery of Advanced Project Management Methodologies: Unmatched expertise in a diverse range of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall), with the ability to tailor and implement these approaches for complex, high-stakes projects to enhance adaptive execution and strategic outcomes.
• Enterprise-Level Project Management Tools Expertise: Extensive experience utilizing advanced project management software and enterprise systems to oversee large-scale project planning, analytics, and execution across multiple business lines. Capable of leveraging these tools to deliver comprehensive oversight and drive strategic project outcomes.
• Organizational Continuous Improvement and Innovation Leadership: Demonstrated capability in leading enterprise-wide continuous improvement initiatives, employing lessons learned to pioneer innovative practices. Proven ability to strengthen project delivery frameworks, enhancing adaptability and operational effectiveness over time.
• Complex Problem-Solving and Strategic Decision-Making: Advanced analytical and strategic decision-making skills to navigate complex project challenges. Esteemed for high-impact leadership and decision-making in dynamic, fast-paced environments, leveraging thought leadership to foster proactive resolution and future strategy.
• Change Management Strategy and Execution: Expert in designing and executing enterprise-wide change management strategies, ensuring seamless integration and adoption of new methodologies and technologies across diverse business units. Renowned for fostering environments that embrace change and drive continuous evolution.
• Enterprise-Wide Quality Assurance and Compliance Leadership: Commitment to maintaining and enhancing the highest standards of quality and compliance for all project deliverables, ensuring seamless alignment with industry regulations and corporate governance to safeguard organizational credibility and effectiveness.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master 's degree with 9 years of relevant experience; OR
• Bachelor's degree with 11 years of relevant experience; OR
• Associate’s degree with 12 years of relevant experience; OR
• High school diploma with 13 years of relevant experience.
• At least 8 years of experience managing project teams, preferably within a biopharmaceutical environment.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, or Bio-Medical Sciences, or a related field.
• Previous project management or relevant experience in a biopharmaceutical CDMO environment.
• Advanced knowledge of Veeva platform.
  
  

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Experience prolonged sitting with some walking, bending, stooping and stretching.
• Use hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment is required.
• Have a normal range of vision.
• Full-Time on-site attendance is mandatory.
  
  

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EEO Information

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