Global Program Director

Azurity Pharmaceuticals; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Hybrid work model

Health coverage

401K matching

Vacation & sick days

13 holidays

Job summary

Azurity Pharmaceuticals seeks a Global Program Director – Enablement to lead development and implementation of global cross‑functional project plans for pipeline and inline products. You will partner with senior leaders to drive launch readiness and support drug development and commercialization activities.

Expect to guide teams through stage gates, manage risks, and drive process improvements, reporting to the VP of EPMO. A bachelor’s degree and 6 years of pharma experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of relevant experience in a pharmaceutical company.
• Outstanding project management capability, with Project Management certification preferred.
• Ability to interact widely and effectively within the company across departments and management levels.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a business partner to Enablement function ELT members, driving accountability.
• Partner with functional leads to develop high‑quality cross‑functional plans aligned with program strategy.
• Ensure cross‑functional alignment and accountability across projects.
• Manage launch readiness projects and guide teams through Stage Gate reviews.
• Document issues, decisions and actions from Launch Readiness Teams and meetings.
• Conduct risk management, scenario planning, and contingency plans.
• Develop and direct operational activities to meet organizational goals.
• Drive continuous improvement and integrate products into PLM processes.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Project Management Certification

Job description

Azurity Pharmaceuticals is a privately held specialty pharmaceutical company that focuses on innovative products that meet the needs of underserved patients.

Azurity Pharmaceuticals is proud to be an inclusive workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Global Program Director – Enablement

The Global Program Director – Enablement will drive the development, creation and implementation of high‑quality, global, coordinated cross‑functional project plans for products in accordance with the program strategy. The role may also lead or participate in special department, cross‑functional, or team projects. As a business partner to the Chief Scientific Officer and Chief Medical Officer, the incumbent will work closely with VPs of Franchise Portfolio Management, Medical Strategists, and Commercial Brand Executives. The role will lead cross‑functional launch readiness activities and support drug development and commercialization activities of pipeline or inline products. The person will report to the Vice President of the Enterprise Performance Management Office (EPMO).

Principle Responsibilities

• Serves as a business partner to Enablement function ELT members (Chief Scientific Officer & Chief Medical Officer), driving accountability through the organization to Azurity’s Management System
• Partner with functional leads to develop high‑quality, integrated, cross‑functional plans aligned with the overall program strategy (product lifecycle and other strategic projects)
• Ensure cross‑functional alignment and accountability
• Manage launch readiness projects ensuring they achieve their intended targets, including leading the project team, updating R&D management on project status, ensuring up‑to‑date project data, and guiding projects through Stage Gate reviews
• Document issues, decisions and action items of Launch Readiness Teams and ad hoc project team meetings
• Conduct risk management, scenario planning and develop contingency and/or risk mitigation plans
• Develop and direct operational activities and strategic planning to meet organizational goals
• Drive continuous improvement in process
• Integrate licensed/acquired products into the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) process
• Maintain documentation repository across stage gates

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of relevant experience in a pharmaceutical company
• Outstanding project management capability, with Project Management certification preferred
• Ability to interact widely and effectively within the company across departments and management levels

All Below Are Required

• Adaptability within a fast‑paced environment and excellent interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills
• Eagerness to learn, strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Well‑developed sense of responsibility
• Forward thinking

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; talk and/or hear
• May occasionally climb stairs and/or ride elevators
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Employee must be able to manipulate a keyboard, operate a telephone and hand‑held devices
• Other miscellaneous job duties as required

Benefits We Offer

• Unlock Your Earning Potential: Join our team and be rewarded with a competitive compensation package, including an annual bonus based on company performance, that recognizes your exceptional talent.
  • Sales – In lieu of annual bonuses, we offer an Incentive compensation program that allows you to earn more – even over plan.
  • Fuel Your Success: *Sales Only* – We understand the value of your hard work and provide a car reimbursement program and gas card for both business and personal use as part of our commitment to supporting you.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: We value your well‑being and offer excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage to ensure you and your family are always taken care of.
• Flexibility for Your Lifestyle: Achieve work‑life balance with our hybrid work model, allowing you to work two days from home and three days in the office. *Excludes Sales, Manufacturing, and some Operations positions*
• Invest in Your Future: Our Retirement Savings Plan (401K) is designed to help you secure a comfortable retirement by matching dollar for dollar up to 5%.
• Time Off That Counts: Take advantage of our generous time off policy, which offers up to 15 vacation days annually + rollover (up to 40 hours) as well as five sick/wellness days. For new employees, vacation accrual will be prorated based on your start date.
• Meaningful Time with Your Loved Ones: We close between Christmas and New Year's to give you an extra week off to spend quality time with your family and recharge.
• Enjoy the Holidays: Over the course of the year, Azurity recognizes 13 holidays.
• Invest in Your Education: We support your professional growth with tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level courses or certifications.
• Recognize and Be Recognized: Our Azurity High Five peer recognition platform allows you to celebrate your colleagues' accomplishments and receive recognition for your own outstanding work.