Project Manager, Pharma Strategic Initiatives (Remote)

Walgreens; Deerfield (IL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Project Manager to support Pharma Partnerships programs. In this role, you'll facilitate business case development, manage project timelines, and ensure the accuracy of information and reports for stakeholders. Your contributions will significantly impact organizational strategies and objectives. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy leading projects, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the healthcare sector. Join a company that values relationships and community care, and be part of a team that is committed to improving health outcomes for millions of customers every day.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years of project management experience required.
• Experience with project management software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage small to medium size projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare management reports and communicate project status to stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Communication

Budget Management

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

High School/GED

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Job Summary

Provides dedicated support for Pharma Partnerships programs by facilitating business case and timeline development, managing progress to milestones, and refining benefits assumptions as necessary. Manages, under limited direction, programs that are cross-functional, cross-divisional, and are of significant magnitude and important to the execution of corporate business strategies and achievement of company objectives. Program work has a significant impact on the organization. Budget responsibilities are based on program requirements. Ensures informational accuracy and integrity. Generates reports and visualizations for stakeholders and helps leadership with strategic planning based on the insights gleaned from their work.

Job Responsibilities

1. Manages small to medium size projects under limited direction. May also lead sub-teams for larger projects/programs.
2. Establishes and monitors project requirements, priorities, and deadlines.
3. Manages a project plan that involves a small number of team members.
4. Ensures quality and timeliness of project results. Ensures established budget is adhered to based upon project requirements.
5. Works with management (if necessary) to drive resolution of project conflicts.
6. Manages projects from inception to completion.
7. Manages activities of assigned project team.
8. Prepares standard and ad hoc management reports and presentations for assigned projects.
9. May contribute to larger projects.
10. Communicates project status to team and business owners throughout the duration of the assignment and post implementation to make certain all impacted stakeholders have an understanding of risks, issues and activities.

About Walgreens

Founded in 1901, Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) has a storied heritage of caring for communities for generations and proudly serves nearly 9 million customers and patients each day across its approximately 8,500 stores throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico, and leading omni channel platforms. Walgreens has approximately 220,000 team members, including nearly 90,000 healthcare service providers, and is committed to being the first choice for retail pharmacy and health services, building trusted relationships that create healthier futures for customers, patients, team members and communities. Walgreens is the flagship U.S. brand of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA), an integrated healthcare, pharmacy and retail leader. Its retail locations are a critical point of access and convenience in thousands of communities, with Walgreens pharmacists playing a greater role as part of the healthcare system and patients care teams than ever before. Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy provides critical care and pharmacy services to millions of patients with rare disease states and complex, chronic conditions.

The actual salary an employee can expect to receive, plus bonus pursuant to the terms of any bonus plan if applicable, will depend on experience, seniority, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. To review benefits, please visit jobs.walgreens.com/benefits. More Company information is available at www.walgreensbootsalliance.com.

Minimum Requirements

1. Bachelor’s Degree and at least 2 years of experience in project management OR High School/ GED and at least 4 years of experience in project management.
2. Experience presenting and reporting on project plans to appropriate stakeholders, executives and senior management.
3. Experience with project management (for example: planning, organizing, and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of specific project goals and objectives) and managing a budget to plan.
4. Experience establishing & maintaining relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, in the business community & with vendors.
5. Experience utilizing project management software and other standard project management scheduling tools, such as MS Project.
6. Willing to travel up to 10% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state).