Hardware Systems Project Manager

VWR, part of Avantor; Hillegom; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor in Hillegom, Netherlands, is seeking a proactive Project Manager – Single-Use Systems to lead end-to-end delivery of customized hardware projects. You will guide projects from contract signing through engineering, manufacturing, installation and final handover, coordinating cross-functional teams and external partners to achieve on-time, on-scope execution.

The role requires strong communication with customers and suppliers, experience in regulated life sciences or single-use

Qualifications

• Experience leading technical projects in life sciences, engineering or manufacturing.
• Efficiently coordinating R&D, regulatory, quality and commercial teams.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with customers and suppliers.
• Structured, proactive problem-solving and risk management.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without authority.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of customer projects from contract through handover.
• Lead engineering, manufacturing, logistics and implementation activities.
• Proactively manage risks, scope changes and project milestones (FAT, SAT, IQ/OQ).
• Serve as primary customer contact and maintain strong relationships.
• Develop plans, schedules, progress reports, and executive presentations.
• Coordinate internal stakeholders across R&D, manufacturing, quality, regulatory and commercial.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

Communication

Stakeholder management

English proficiency

Job description

The Opportunity:

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Under general supervision, assists in the planning and execution of product R&D projects while adhering to budget, scope and schedule requirements. Helps ensure consistent practices throughout all phases of the project life cycle. Prepares technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative analyses. Executes high quality, integrated cross-functional plans for projects. Applies best practices in the development, initiation, planning, execution, control and closing of projects. Interacts with research and development, marketing, manufacturing and regulatory departments.
Project Manager Single-Use Systems

Hillegom, Netherlands
Full-time | 1-Year Contract with Permanent Opportunity

Ready to lead innovative projects that make a real impact?

Do you enjoy managing complex technical projects from concept to completion? Are you passionate about working with customers, engineering teams, and global partners to deliver high-quality solutions? If so, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for a Project Manager - Single-Use Systems to join our team in Hillegom . In this role, you will take ownership of the end-to-end delivery of custom Single-Use Hardware Systems, guiding projects from contract signing through engineering, manufacturing, installation, and final handover to the customer.

This is an excellent opportunity for a project professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys working with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers to achieve exceptional results.

What You'll Be Doing

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful execution of customer projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards.

• Managing projects from contract award through installation, commissioning, and handover.
• Leading engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and implementation activities.
• Proactively managing project risks and scope changes to maximize project success.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Developing project plans, schedules, progress reports, and presentations.
• Coordinating internal stakeholders across R&D, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and commercial teams.
• Managing suppliers and subcontractors, including purchase orders and follow-up activities.
• Working closely with co-design partners and external contractors to ensure successful delivery.
• Leading critical project milestones including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), IQ/OQ activities, and final customer approval.
• Ensuring timely delivery of all required project documentation.
• Coaching and motivating project team members while promoting accountability and collaboration.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and business partners.

What We're Looking For

You are an organized and proactive project leader who enjoys balancing technical detail with customer engagement.

• Experience managing technical, engineering, manufacturing, or life sciences projects.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience working with customers, suppliers, and external contractors.
• A structured and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• The ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without direct authority.
• Experience in regulated industries, bioprocessing, life sciences, pharmaceutical, or single-use technologies is highly advantageous.
• Strong English communication skills; Dutch is beneficial.

What We Offer

A challenging and visible role within an international organization.

The opportunity to lead impactful projects that support innovation in life sciences and bioprocessing.

A collaborative and supportive team environment.

Excellent opportunities for professional growth and career development.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

A one-year contract with the intention to convert to a permanent contract following a positive evaluation.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world.

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