Program Manager II - Operations

About Inventprise

At Inventprise, developing innovative and widely available vaccines is in our DNA. By producing targeted vaccines for populations worldwide, we're addressing global health inequalities and empowering people to live healthy lives—no matter where they live. Headquartered in Redmond, WA, our goal is to deliver affordable, effective vaccines at large-scale to Low and Middle Income Countries, as well as populations in the U.S. and around the world. Inventprise is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where our people are inspired to do their best work. We’re proud to have some of the world’s most qualified industry scientists, researchers, and manufacturing professionals on our team, and strive to create a vibrant, dynamic presence in the Washington State Life Sciences environment.

What the Role Offers - Program Manager II

The Program Manager II plays a critical role in aggregating and implementing multiple initiatives across the company’s operations. This role is responsible for leading programs associated with facilities, quality, and materials management. Program management will include all aspects of project management, vendor management, communications, process development, and stakeholder engagement. This is a unique growth opportunity for someone who has a program management background and is motivated to build programs that will have high impact on the company’s strategic goals. The program manager will be working full time at one of the Inventprise facilities.

What You Need to Succeed

• Provide program management support for:
  
  • Quality: Laboratory information management system (LIMS), Starlims Phase 2 and Quality Management System (QMS), late 2024, training documentation and management.
  • Materials Management: NetSuite enterprise resource planning/inventory management (ERP), may also include validation testing.
  • Facilities: Security Access System, facilities management system, calibration.
  • Manufacturing: Manufacturing scheduling and workforce allotment.
• The scope of activity requires the Program Manager to facilitate the achievement of critical milestones and timelines, including: Ownership of program tasks, planning using Smartsheet software, budgeting and vendor management, stakeholder engagement and communication, and process development in partnership with business leads.
• Assist with special projects and initiatives as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or related GMP experience require.
• CAPM or PMP certification strongly preferred.
• At least 3-5 years of program management experience working in a regulated industry.
• Experience as a program manager leading multiple initiatives involved in implementation of Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology databases like calibration management systems, LIMS, QMS, document management system, regulatory and clinical database management systems etc.
• Experience with deploying a technology platform; Starlims, a QMS, and/or NetSuite ERP a plus.
• Hands-on contributor who will own project tasks beyond program management responsibilities.
• Resolves issues with business leads and determines when escalation to leadership is required.
• Facilitates regular stakeholder reviews and provides project summary updates, driving effective decision making.
• Effectively prioritizes tasks to ensure timely completion.
• Strong learning agility with the ability to adapt quickly when there are changes.
• Ability to understand how multiple systems, workflows, and timelines work together.
• Proactive problem-solver.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, and high proficiency in Excel.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Ability to be physically mobile within the operating environment (i.e. laboratories, manufacturing, etc.)

Physical Demands:

• Must be present on site for all related responsibilities and be able to routinely perform activities as defined above.
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus to read.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
  

Mental Demands:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with an attention to detail.
• Must maintain a high level of alertness and acuity for analytical review and processing of documentation, daily.
• Able to work independently with changing priorities.
  

Working Conditions:

• Onsite position in Redmond, WA.
  
• Availability to work in our Woodinville or Redmond facilities. 
• Extended periods of time on the computer.
• Extended periods of time on your feet.

Estimated Base Salary:

• $85,000 - $110,700 / yearly DOE 
  
• It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the pay range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
• The specific compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience and location.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, or HSA: Inventprise contributes 80% toward the Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for the employee, and their enrolled spouse, and dependents. Medical plans are currently provided through Premera Blue Cross.
• 401(k) program: Inventprise offers both pre-tax 401(k) and post-tax Roth retirement savings plans, letting you decide how you want to save for the future. We also make an employer contribution of 3% of your total earnings each pay period, regardless of whether you contribute.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, in addition to paid holidays.
• Stock & Bonus Plans: Employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s Bonus and Stock plans.

Our People-First Philosophy

At Inventprise, you’ll be part of a world-class team working on innovative vaccines and technologies that have global impact. Our people are an integral part of our strategy, allowing us to grow as a company and improve our performance year-over-year.
Our company was built on the belief that by working together, we have the ability to make the world a better place and improve lives. We have a growth mindset and are constantly looking for ways to enhance our contributions to improve global health. We believe that when we support each other and set high standards, we are able to do our best work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Inventprise is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender, identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Salary : $85,000 - $110,700