Project Manager – Single-Use Hardware Systems

vwr; Hillegom; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor in Hillegom, Netherlands, is seeking a Project Manager - Single-Use Systems to lead end-to-end delivery of custom Single-Use Hardware Systems, guiding projects from contract signing through engineering, manufacturing, installation and handover.

This role suits a project professional who thrives in a dynamic, cross-functional environment and collaborates with customers, engineering teams, suppliers and global partners to deliver high-quality solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience managing technical, engineering, manufacturing, or life sciences projects.
• Strong project management skills coordinating multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience working with customers, suppliers, and external contractors.
• Structured and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 FAT, 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.

Job description

Avantor in Hillegom, Netherlands, is seeking a Project Manager - Single-Use Systems to lead end-to-end delivery of custom Single-Use Hardware Systems, guiding projects from contract signing through engineering, manufacturing, installation and handover.

This role suits a project professional who thrives in a dynamic, cross-functional environment and collaborates with customers, engineering teams, suppliers and global partners to deliver high-quality solutions.