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Cambrex High Point Associate Manager, Project Management in Durham, North Carolina
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You Matter to Cambrex.
Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance, drug product, and analytical services across the entire drug lifecycle. With more than 40 years of experience and a growing team of over 2,000 professionals servicing global clients, Cambrex is a trusted partner in branded and generic markets for API and dosage form development and manufacturing.
Your Work Matters.
At Cambrex, we strive to build a culture where all colleagues have the opportunity to:
engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve
learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment
strengthen connections with coworkers and the community
We’re committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast-paced and growing company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more!
Your Future Matters.
Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations. Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world. Start a career where You Matter by applying today!
Job Overview
Cambrex is seeking a highly motivated and entrepreneurial applicant to join our team as a full-time Manager for the Project Management Department responsible for developing, maintaining, and executing plans across Cambrex Longmont within the Early-Stage Development & Testing business unit.
This role requires an ability to interact with technical staff and consistently translate project activities across our teams into visible project plans. The successful candidate will be able to communicate project status and issues/risks across the site leadership team. This person will be responsible for implementing project management techniques including managing detailed project plans across multiple programs. This position is well suited for those that have demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, technical aptitude, and problem-solving skills. Experience with early-stage drug development is highly preferred, including an understanding of GxP.
This position supports the achievement of site operational objectives, drives strategic growth opportunities in alignment with business unit and company goals, and serves on the site leadership team. This position reports to the VP & General Manager of the Cambrex Durham, NC site. This position will be hybrid- required to work in office 2 days per week.
Responsibilities
Lead assigned project managers to ensure development of the PM activities and proper integration and alignment of all managed projects.
Provide direction and oversight to cross-functional project teams. Plan, lead, and facilitate regular cross-functional project team meetings. Develop detailed task lists and work effort assessment and short and long-term resource allocation plans based on input from all key players and team members.
Perform project management functions for assigned projects, ensuring project goals, timeframe, accountability, and budget are achieved.
Continually review and ensure adequate resources are available to meet deliverables and milestones.
Develop, lead, and implement continuous improvement for assigned projects
Act as the key relationship manager for assigned clients; recommend courses of action regarding client management issues; gain approval and support from senior management across the organization for plan.
Develop relationships with subject matter experts (SMEs) and leverage SMEs knowledge to resolve new challenges.
Ensure that all staff allocated to assigned project(s) adheres to professional standards and SOPs, providing performance feedback to team member’s respective supervisors.
Aid in development and maintenance of key project performance indicators for client specified metrics, ensuring that the KPIs are within scope of the project contract.
Define and manage project resource needs and establish succession plans for key resources.
Collaborate with departmental representatives to anticipate and identify project risks and develop action and resolution plans. Communicate issues and risks, develop plans to remove or mitigate them, and escalate as warranted.
Establish and maintain effective communication channels to provide accurate information to the leadership team.
Other duties as needed.
Qualifications/Skills
Experience with project management software systems. Familiarity with Smartsheet is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to inspire effective teamwork and motivate staff within a matrix organization.
Demonstrated ability to lead by example and to encourage team members to seek solutions independently.
Experience successfully managing teams, setting goals, managing performance, mentoring, and coaching.
A self-starter with the ability to make sound decisions about scheduling, managing priorities and to work independently with minimal supervision.
Flexible during times of change with the ability to navigate and resolve ambiguity.
Must be results driven and goal oriented with the ability to anticipate potential problems and resolve before cost and schedule are impacted.
Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate within cross-functional teams and to upper management.
Ability to comprehend the Company’s overarching strategic approach to understand and addresses inter-dependencies within projects.
Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and collaborative environment while providing excellent customer service. Openly shares knowledge/information needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem.
Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements
BS degree in Life sciences or related; Masters or other advanced degree preferred. PMP certification also preferred.
Minimum of five (5) years relevant experience in a pharmaceutical company/CDMO
1-2 years Management or team lead experience
Physical Requirements: Primarily an office/desk job
Travel 0-5%
All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Cambrex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), ancestry, national origin, place of birth, age, marital status, disability/handicap, genetic information, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state, and/or local law.