Director of Program Management Overview • The Director of Program Management will lead strategic and operational planning for pharmaceutical product development initiatives. • Collaborate across departments, including clinical, regulatory, and commercial, to ensure program success and alignment with corporate goals. • Develop and execute integrated program strategies, addressing constraints and optimizing cross-functional linkages. • Provide leadership in late-stage development and registration submission preparation and support. • Maintain comprehensive risk management plans and facilitate innovative problem-solving approaches. • Drive strong prioritization and decision-making within a matrixed management environment. • Enhance program management systems and processes to support organizational needs. • Ensure effective communication and logistical operations across teams and senior management. Director of Program Management Key Responsibilities & Duties • Facilitate development and execution of integrated program strategies and operational plans. • Identify cross-functional gaps and optimize plans for seamless execution. • Manage project execution and maintain comprehensive risk management plans. • Support regulatory submission preparation and lifecycle management programs. • Provide leadership to product teams and sub-teams, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. • Develop and maintain program budgets, timelines, and communication tools. • Enhance program management systems and processes for evolving organizational needs. • Foster transparency and collaboration across departments and teams. Director of Program Management Job Requirements • Bachelor's degree in science or engineering discipline; advanced degree preferred. • Minimum 12 years of experience in pharmaceutical product development. • Expertise in managing product teams across the drug lifecycle continuum. • Proficiency in MS Project, MS Excel; knowledge of Planview and SmartSheet beneficial. • Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. • Experience with regulatory submissions and lifecycle management programs. • Ability to work effectively in a matrixed management environment. • Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.