GMP Custom Program Manager

BioLegend; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with company match

Paid time off

Parental benefits

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

BioLegend seeks a senior project coordinator to lead cross-functional GMP bioprocessing projects from scoping through manufacturing and delivery.

You will partner with internal teams and external customers, manage timelines, and ensure alignment with business objectives. This role demands strong customer relationships and proactive problem-solving.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in life sciences required; PhD preferred.
• Experience in R&D or biotechnology manufacturing.
• CRM and ERP experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Qualify incoming GMP bioprocessing project queries.
• Lead cross-functional project coordination across internal and external teams.
• Maintain visibility of project status using CRM/ERP systems.
• Develop CPQ frameworks for pricing custom projects.
• Ensure timely responses to customer needs and changes.
• Deliver monthly GMP project status reports and identify bottlenecks.

Skills

Project coordination

Cross-functional

Customer relations

Education

BS/MS in life sciences

Ph.D. in Life Sciences

Tools

SalesForce

NAV Dynamics

Job description

BioLegend | About Us

At BioLegend, we are committed to providing researchers with the most comprehensive and cutting-edge high-quality reagents for life science research. Being part of Revvity, a global provider of health science solutions, technologies, expertise and services for life sciences and diagnostics, allows us to extend the mission of enabling our customers to do legendary discovery. Join us and make a difference!

The ideal candidate will bring experience in Cell and Gene Therapy development and manufacturing, along with strong project management and customer relationship skills. In this role at BioLegend, the incumbent will lead cross-functional project coordination for our GMP bioprocessing business, serving as a strategic partner to both internal stakeholders and external customers. The individual will have end-to-end ownership of their project portfolio, from initial scoping and custom development through manufacturing and timely delivery, ensuring projects are executed successfully and in alignment with customer needs and business objectives.

This role will provide broad exposure across the business and serve as a key point of contact for a diverse customer base, including CROs, biopharmaceutical companies, and GMP accounts. The individual will build strong, trusted customer relationships while partnering closely with internal teams to anticipate needs, resolve challenges, manage priorities, and drive projects forward. As part of the BioLegend team, the individual will have opportunities for growth and increased responsibility across multiple areas of the business, depending on their interests, expertise, and area of specialization.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong customer-facing and stakeholder management skills, exceptional attention to detail, sound business judgment, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. They will be comfortable managing multiple complex projects and competing priorities while using project and customer management systems to maintain visibility and accountability. The individual will play a key role in ensuring a seamless customer experience and efficient flow of business for BioLegend, balancing the needs of diverse stakeholders with a collaborative, diplomatic, and solutions-oriented approach.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Qualify incoming leads for custom (GMP, Bioprocessing) queries from customers and the field team
• Knowledge of gene and cell therapy manufacturing is a plus
• Author necessary documents such as Design History Files
• Track quotes and orders on CRM and ERP systems such as SalesForce and NAV Dynamics
• Develop Custom Price Quote (CPQ) frameworks for pricing of custom projects
• Support customer needs as a priority by ensuring timely responses to emails and phone calls
• Pro-actively communicate any changes to project specifications with internal and external teams in a timely manner and document these changes to ensure visibility to internal and external teams
• Provide proactive guidance to the commercial & internal custom teams to streamline workflow, resolve issues and manage customer priorities
• Run monthly reports on GMP custom projects initiated and report status to the manger and the team with the goal to identify issues or bottlenecks and suggest solutions
• Promote a safe and compliant work environment
• Other projects or responsibilities as may be required to enable success of projects

Minimum Qualifications – Education And Experience

• BS/MS in life sciences
• 5 years experience in R&D or manufacturing in biotechnology

Preferred Qualifications – Education And Experience

• Ph.D. in Life Sciences or Natural Sciences
• Experience in a lab environment
• Familiarity with Cell and Gene Therapy development and manufacturing processes
• Experience with CRM software (SalesForce)
• Experience with ERP software
• 2 years’ experience with GMP/Bioprocessing practices

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Office

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting. Occasional exposure to a laboratory and warehouse environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear.

Lab

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a laboratory environment with occasional data entry on a computer. Occasional exposure to a warehouse environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear.

The anticipated base salary range for this role is $101,500 - $130,000. The base pay actually offered to the successful candidate will take into account internal equity, work location, and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that base pay is only one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This range allows for the successful candidate to have an opportunity to progress within the position and develop at our company. This base pay range does not take into account bonuses, equity, or other benefits which may be applicable and are dependent on the level and position offered.

What do we offer?

We provide competitive and comprehensive benefits to our employees. Below are some highlights of our benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time-Off
• Parental Benefits
• Compassionate Care Leave
• 401k with Company Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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For benefit-eligible roles only. Part-time and temporary roles may not be eligible for all benefits listed. Please reach out to your recruiter for more information.