Senior Project Manager, Manufacturing

Baxter International Inc.; Round Lake (IL); On-site; USD 136,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager for its Pharmaceutical Global Business Unit. This role involves leading product developments and managing cross-functional teams at a sterile injectables manufacturing facility, ensuring projects are completed on time and budget. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the pharma sector and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage from day one

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid parental leave

Time-off benefits of 20 to 35 days

Qualifications

• 8 years’ experience in pharma or medical devices industries.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• PMP or equivalent certification highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Drive projects to successful completion using standard processes.
• Collaborate with teams to launch products on time and budget.
• Identify and communicate project risks.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering or life sciences

MBA preferred

Tools

Project Management tools

Microsoft Project

Office Timeline Plus

Smartsheet

Microsoft Office

Job description

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives— where your purpose accelerates our mission.

Your role at Baxter

This Senior Project Manager, Manufacturing role is aligned with our growing $2B+ Pharmaceutical Global Business Unit. The role is an integral part of our Project Management Office at a pivotal sterile injectables manufacturing facility, responsible for leading execution for new product developments, geographic expansions, business development deals and/or on-market product support. The position will provide exposure to cross functional leaders on a global scale.

What you'll be doing

• Uses project management standard processes to drive projects to successful completion.
• Collaborate with development and commercial teams to develop and launch products at a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility on time and on budget.
• Indirectly manages resources and may directly manage resources.
• Provides clear direction on new products, processes and product development projects to meet expectations of customers and collaborators.
• Uses communication and negotiation tools to effectively manage multiple project teams and diverse partners among all levels of leadership throughout organization. Adept at communicating and leading in governance settings.
• Defines project team strategies, goals, implements plans, assigning project tasks and drives to goal attainment.
• Partners with R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Medical Affairs, Quality, Production and Supply Chain to meet cross functional team requirements.
• Proactively identifies and communicates project risks, develops risk plans, and leads risk mitigation and responses.
• Drives project strategy, schedules, task assignment, resource alignment and financial analysis at the manufacturing site level.
• Approves team deliverables for project completion.
• Provides technical support in all phases of product manufacturing. Promotes problem solving with line managers and other manufacturing leaders.
• Anticipates and resolves conflicts for a positive outcome, effectively raising issues when needed.
• Motivate, mentor, develop and recognize colleagues on PMO team and across manufacturing site.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering or life sciences, MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience, with experience in pharma or medical devices industries.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills with ability to interface well with other departments and lead multiple project teams effectively.
• Must be well versed in Project Management tools. PMI or IPMA PMP (project Management Professional) or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• Must have knowledge of generic drug and device development and commercialization process, cGMPs, FDA guidelines and purchasing practices.
• Must demonstrate written, interpersonal and presentation communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated, adaptable and capable of analyzing and solving complex problems through innovative thought and experience.
• Must demonstrate strategic leadership and strong business acumen.
• Experience with Microsoft Project, Office Timeline Plus, Smartsheet or equivalent tools.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $136,000 to $187,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

Equal Employment Opportunity

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