GMP Program Management Lead for Cell & Gene Therapies

Landmarkbio; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Landmark Bio seeks an experienced Director of Program Management to lead cross‑functional client programs in the development and GMP manufacturing of cell and gene therapies. This leader will drive program success across client engagements, ensuring alignment with strategic and operational goals, budgets, and timelines.

The role requires deep GMP operations knowledge, program management expertise, and the ability to guide internal teams and external clients with clarity and accountability.

Qualifications

• BA/BS required in a relevant field
• 10+ years in program/project management in life sciences
• 5+ years leading cross‑functional GMP manufacturing programs
• 3+ years of people management experience
• PMP certification or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee multiple complex, cross‑functional client programs from contract award through closure
• Own the client relationship and ensure program health and transparency
• Develop and maintain program documentation (charters, timelines, risk registers, budgets)
• Drive alignment between program objectives and business goals
• Collaborate across GMP Manufacturing, QA, Regulatory, Supply Chain and Engineering
• Identify and manage program risks with proactive mitigation
• Track KPIs like delivery timelines, client satisfaction, quality and budget
• Lead program governance forums and prepare executive reports
• Contribute to scalable PMO tools and templates
• Champion process improvements and root‑cause analyses

Skills

Program management

Cross‑functional leadership

GMP manufacturing knowledge

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Strategic planning

Communication

Leadership presence

Education

BA/BS in a relevant field

MS / MBA / PhD preferred

Tools

Smartsheet

Microsoft Project

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Landmark Bio seeks an experienced Director of Program Management to lead cross‑functional client programs in the development and GMP manufacturing of cell and gene therapies. This leader will drive program success across client engagements, ensuring alignment with strategic and operational goals, budgets, and timelines.

The role requires deep GMP operations knowledge, program management expertise, and the ability to guide internal teams and external clients with clarity and accountability.