Seagen

Project Manager I, Operations

Technical Operations & Process Sciences - Bothell, Washington

Description

Seagen is a global, multi-product biotechnology company dedicated to developing and commercializing transformative cancer medicines. As the industry leader in antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) technology, we pioneered a new generation in the science of harnessing antibodies to deliver cell-killing agents directly to cancer cells. Seagen’s dedication to improving the lives of cancer patients goes beyond science, and we believe that every employee has a role in contributing to this mission. By working together with a shared dedication and diverse perspectives, we are able to reach our full potential and make a real difference in the world. Seagen is a fast-growing company and has an abundance of opportunities available for you to grow your career. Put your passion to work at Seagen and join us!

Summary

This position will fill a critical role in defining and managing project portfolio governance for the North Creek Manufacturing site as well as representing manufacturing and related functions as a point of contact for corporate project governance at the site. The candidate will help to ensure alignment of projects with the organization’s strategic direction, making the best use of limited resources, and building synergies between projects. Key responsibilities include leading assigned project teams of medium sized, moderately complex Operations projects independently by utilizing project management best practices. This role ensures schedules, financials, scope, and performance requirements of the project are met. It includes management and communication of issues, risks, and project change requests to ensure successful and on-time project delivery. The successful candidate will have knowledge of the biotech industry with experience in project management. This position will partner with site departments, e.g., Manufacturing, Facilities, QC and QA, as well as corporate functions, e.g., Real Estate and Facilities, EH&S and Finance to ensure ongoing management of projects and success throughout project lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in development and management of Smartsheet project portfolio dashboard
• Partner with cross-functional teams on input and update of projects in site portfolio dashboard to ensure consistency across all projects during intake process
• Manage project portfolio review meetings, create and distribute meeting minutes and drive accountability for action items
• Develop project schedules, ensuring commitment to project task and milestone deliverables from team members and functional managers. Engage with project teams to help manage project planning, execution and reporting as well as escalate issues
• Manage assigned projects within Global Manufacturing
• Coordinates project related activities across all applicable departments (minimally Manufacturing, IT, QA, and Facilities)
• Track and monitor project deliverables and timelines to ensure timelines are being met
• Escalate when timelines are not being met and when barriers and roadblocks occur
• Provide metrics and updates on overall project status including budget and schedule adherence, risk assessment and issue escalation as well as status of individual project deliverables
• Support North Creek Leadership Team in prioritization, resource allocation and budgeting for projects
• Partner with corporate project management office (PMO) groups to align North Creek processes with corporate best practices and share lessons learned to improve company project management processes
• This position will also support corporate projects as a general business partner including identifying resource requirements, being a gatekeeper for site SMEs and supporting corporate project governance, e.g., dashboard updates, etc.
• Participate in the Product Supply continuous improvement program. Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to project management, budgeting, and capital projects
• Perform other support activities as needed to support the overall efficiency of the Product Supply organization

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or associates degree and 4+ years in relevant field
• Demonstrated ability and skillset to successfully manage cross-functional projects
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively across departments and multiple levels of management and customers
• Be highly organized with high attention to detail
• Ability to keep order of multiple projects/tasks
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, Smartsheet and Microsoft Project or similar project management software
• Design of dashboards and other applicable resources
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Experience with operations improvement projects in a regulated environment and capital projects preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with operations improvement projects in a regulated environment and capital projects preferred
• PMP certification

As the leading employer in our industry in the Pacific Northwest, Seagen is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package as well as a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the whole lives of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage, group and supplemental life insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and much more. To learn more about Seagen, visit www.seagen.com.

Seagen 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.

To prevent the spread of COVID-19, and as an integral part of its public health and safety measures, Seagen requires that all newly-hired employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before commencing employment, subject to reasonable accommodation and other requirements of applicable federal, state, and local law.

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Submitted: 04/15/2022