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Sr Manager Program Management Office-December 2024
Oshawa
Dec 15, 2025
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Biotechnology, Manufacturing
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About Sr Manager Program Management Office

  Job Description

  Summary:

  Manage and lead all aspects of the Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure programs and projects

  meet organization goals and requirements, provide leadership access to project portfolio health, and

  implement processes for outstanding project execution. Serve as a Trusted Advisor to leadership at

  strategic and operational levels. Coordinate teams to resolve project issues as the need arises and ensure

  continuity throughout the full project lifecycle. Report directly to the Sr Director, GM for WRO and

  accountable for the creation and maintenance of project management governance and standards as it

  directly relates to the PMO.

  Essential Functions:

  • Define, maintain, and implement project management methodology, including processes, tools, metrics

  and polices to ensure efficiency, quality and business success.

  • Build the organization to provide Project Management services, accountable to ensure that projects are

  delivered on time, meeting commercial steady state criteria.

  • Lead the organization with a customer-first demeanor and effective communications.

  • Design and implement the operating cadence, including running coordination meetings, project

  updates, and overall oversight of projects.

  • Drive cross-functional planning and effective execution through the development and monitoring of fully

  integrated, project specific timelines and budgets.

  • Ensure projects are staffed with the right personnel with vital skills, experience, knowledge, and

  abilities.

  • Forge tight partnerships with cross-functional leaders and complete activities in a productive and

  collaborative setting.

  • Define and analyze metrics that form the foundation of world-class execution and ensure the success

  of project delivery.

  • Implement process to pro-actively identify and resolve risks and dependencies that could prevent

  successful program execution.

  • Promote a safe working environment, report potential hazards, and ensure all direct reports follow

  Environmental Health and Safety procedures.

  • Select, develop, and evaluate colleagues to ensure the efficient operation of the function. Work with

  and advise colleagues on administrative policies and procedures.

  REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  Education:

  Bachelor's degree required.

  Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.

  Masters of Business Administration (MBA) preferred.

  Experience:

  Minimum 8 years' experience in business transformation, integration responsibilities

  Previous project management/client interface experience required

  Experience with budgeting and forecasting required.

  Pharmaceutical or Contract Manufacturing industry experienced preferred

  Equivalency:

  Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  Knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing and outsourcing. Capability to function in a matrixed

  environment with a team and customers. Strong talent management and people development skills.

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  Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Superior presentation skills, delivered to senior

  leadership/executive level. Effective interpersonal skills, and the ability to collaborate with influence and

  motivate cross-functional team members. Strong customer focus and commitment to results with strong

  problem-solving abilities. Capable of setting clear priorities, organizing work, and making quality decisions

  in a fast-paced business setting. Uses good judgement in gathering input for decisions. Ability to quickly

  understand and adjust to changing business needs. Strong negotiating and influencing skills. Strong

  management skills and understanding of project management lifecycle. Ability to demonstrate active

  listening skills. Ability to communicate with clients and internal customers with challenging issues in a

  positive manner. Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programs. Proficiency with the

  English Language.

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