Director, Program Management

Job Description: • Support the annual SPP process for the ADS organization by coordinating key workstreams or leading assigned sub-groups. • Contribute to the development of the final SPP deliverables, helping to review major insights and translating them into actionable strategic workstreams. • Assist in defining and initiating new growth initiatives by conducting or coordinating market assessments in collaboration with Strategic Marketing, Market Intelligence, and relevant Commercial teams (e.g., Portfolio Management). • Develop business cases for growth initiatives in partnership with Controlling, Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain. • Draft project charters and ensure clarity of scope, objectives, and responsibilities. • Prepare materials for early-stage executive reviews (SG-1) for proposed growth projects. • Lead growth projects through the Concept Phase (SG0), ensuring strong alignment with strategy before transitioning project leadership to the Strategic Growth Project Team. • Continue as a key team member, accountable for the business rationale and case through CAR approval. • Contribute to PMO governance activities, including oversight of SPP, BSR, and growth project processes, ensuring adherence to established frameworks and review cadences. • Coordinate and support broader ADS platform initiatives, such as automation, digitalization, or sustainability programs. • Assist in the review and coordination of potential inorganic growth opportunities (e.g., M&A or divestment assessments) as needed. Requirements: • Demonstrated ability to engage and communicate effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders. • Experience supporting, coordinating, or leading significant CAPEX or strategic investment projects. • Comfortable working in a complex, fast-paced matrix environment with multiple stakeholders and priorities. • Strong experience developing business cases and contributing to new business models or approaches that leverage existing and new assets. • Solid industry knowledge with an understanding of key trends in Biopharma and the CMO/CDMO market. • Sound judgment in evaluating new ideas, with the ability to assess their potential impact and feasibility. • Strong business acumen, with knowledge of policies, practices, and market dynamics relevant to the organization and its competitors. • Effective communicator in both internal and external settings, capable of presenting project information clearly and professionally. • Ability to build credibility and trust across teams and cultures through strong analytical thinking and collaborative leadership. • Proven track record of driving projects to completion and overcoming obstacles to achieve successful outcomes. • Strategic thinker with commercial awareness and a strong execution focus. • Creative problem solver with the ability to translate ideas into practical, actionable solutions. • Collaborative approach with the ability to influence peers and drive alignment. • Strong ability to manage ambiguity, recognize critical issues early, and balance multiple priorities effectively. Benefits: • Performance-related bonus. • Medical, dental and vision insurance. • 401(k) matching plan. • Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance. • Employee assistance programs. • Paid time off (PTO). Apply tot his job