Programme Manager

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At AbbVie Westport, we are excited to recruit a Programme Manager to join our team onsite.

A key site in the AbbVie network, Westport houses an impressive range of technologies where we manufacture eyecare and ocular implants, including aseptic manufacturing and filling for single and multi-dose ophthalmic products, alongside our commercial Biologics manufacturing business unit. As the largest manufacturing site in our Internal Manufacturing & Engineering (IME) network, we are constantly advancing capabilities and leveraging the latest technology via the power of a diverse and equitable workforce.

Your new Role:
In your new role you will provide technical support and program management to key operations and New Product Introduction (NPI) projects throughout the site. This is a site based role in Westport. 

Applying the best available project management (PM) tools and methodologies, you will help deliver critical programmes on schedule and right-first-time, supporting various functions across the site. Leading cross-functional matrix teams in participation with manufacturing, engineering, science and technology, quality assurance, purchasing, and supply chain, you will help deliver strategies for developing and supplying new products. You will have a lot of autonomy in this role with support and collaboration from the Site NPI Programme Manager when appropriate.

Along with working with diverse teams and cutting-edge technology, the role offers excellent benefits, including a competitive salary, annual bonus, healthcare, pension and more. If you'd like to learn more, please read on and send your application to start the conversation. 

Benefits:
A comprehensive package including pension, health, and well-being awaits. Did we tell you the role is based in Westport, one of the Wild Atlantic Way's most picturesque and family-friendly towns?

Key activities you will perform in the role:

• Evaluate activities, timelines, and resource requirements for developing new products. 


• Develop and maintain detailed program tracking tools and hold cross-functional matrix team to account for delivery of milestones.


• Supports cross-functional teams in the execution of strategies for the supply of development and clinical supply of new products.


• Identify financial resource requirements for key programs.


• Supports supplier selection, technology transfers, capital expansions, regulatory filings, and building of launch supplies.


• Identification and project management of sizeable continuous improvement projects.


• Adheres to and supports all EHS & E standards, procedures, and policies.


• Provide timely and accurate updates to Site Programme Manager, Site Leadership Team and Internal Manufacturing and Engineering (IME) management regarding project planning and execution.


• Direct multiple cross-functional resources and provide cross-training and guidance on project management to stakeholders when required. 

The educational background and preferred experience we look for:

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in a Relevant Discipline (Technical Qualification in Engineering, Science, or Technology is a distinct advantage).


• A formal qualification in Project Management is preferred.


• Six years of industry expertise gained from a manufacturing, supply chain management, engineering, or process/product development role in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry.


• Proven project management experience leading cross-functional teams and executing projects.


• Well-developed technical writing, organisational, and communication skills required.


• Experience influencing peers in other organisations and senior management.

So, are you ready to join this ambitious and diverse Technical Operations team? Apply today!

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