Principal Project Manager - Manufacturing Operations (Contract)

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $100 - $150 Per Hour DOE

AboutInventprise

At Inventprise, developing innovative and widely available vaccines is in our DNA. By producing targeted vaccines for populations worldwide, we're addressing global health inequalities and empowering people to live healthy lives no matter where they live. Headquartered in Redmond, WA, our goal is to deliver affordable, effective vaccines at large scale to Low and Middle-Income Countries, as well as populations in the U.S. and around the world. Inventprise is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where our people are inspired to do their best work. Were proud to have some of the worlds most qualified industry scientists, researchers, and manufacturing professionals on our team, and strive to create a vibrant, dynamic presence in the Washington State Life Sciences environment.

WhattheRoleOffers-PrincipalProjectManager-ManufacturingOperations(Contract)

As a Principal Project Manager Manufacturing Operations, youll provide strategic cross-functional project management and leadership skills across Manufacturing, Quality, and Facilities Engineering. Your responsibilities include developing, driving, managing, evaluating, and maintaining key strategic or operational activities that influence senior management decision-making. Youll translate manufacturing strategy into efficient executable plans, interface with senior management, and manage project planning efforts, including prioritization. Additionally, youll proactively address changes, drive high-quality project deliverables, and oversee project financial reporting.

Thisisa6-monthcontractpositionlocatedinourWoodinville,WAoffice.

What You Need to Succeed:

• This position reports into the Chief Operating Officer for day-to-day activities with a dotted line reporting
  to the VP of Quality and Validation, Director of Manufacturing and Director of Facilities & Engineering.
• Providesprojectmanagementandleadershipskillsacrossmultipleoperationalgroupstoinclude:
  Manufacturing,
  Quality,andFacilitiesEngineering.
• Co-creates the companys manufacturing operations strategy and translates it into an efficient and
  achievable operational plan including formulating the project scope, execution strategies and critical
  paths with support and guidance from the COO, their staff and executive team.
• Leadsmultidisciplinaryteamsinpredictingandplanningsolutionstoachievesuccessfulexecution,
  drivingtheteamtoachieveclarityonissues,interfacingwithseniormanagementandinfluencingthe
  decision-makingprocess.
• Actsasaninternalresourceandmanufacturingoperationsconsultant,includingteachingand
  mentoringthe
  COOsexecutiveteamaboutbestpractices.
• Proactivelyidentifiespotentialissuesandobstaclesandmanageschangesinprojectscopebycreating
  contingencyplansinaconstantlychangingenvironment.
• Creates and maintains the project plan with stakeholder input, and provides project status reporting.
  including development and maintenance of project documents and communication tools
  (i.e. Gantt Chart/Smartsheet).
• Managesprojectfinancialreportingandtrackingbudgettoactuals.

Required Qualifications:

• B.A./B.S.isrequired.Advanceddegree,specificallyinbiologicalsciencesorengineering
  ispreferred.
• PMPcertificationorsimilarexperienceisrequired.MusthaveexpertiseinMSProject/Smartsheet.Musthaveexperiencewithschedulingsoftware(i.e.Procore,SchedulePro).
• Minimumof8years'projectmanagementexperiencewithincreasingcomplexityin
  manufacturing operations within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industries.
• Knowledgeandunderstandingofproductdevelopmentprocesses,preferablyinbiologics,
  regulatory pathways for biologics (e.g. FDA, EMA), and knowledge of cGCP, cGLP and cGMP.
• Knowledgeofriskmanagement,projectreporting,andprojectmanagementtoolsrequired.
• Strongleaderwhocandrivecrossfunctionalcollaborationandmanagestakeholdersat
  varying experience levels in a matrix environment.
• Excellentinterpersonal,communication,prioritization,andorganizationalskillstoinspire
  support and influence positive outcomes.
• Abilitytoworkeffectivelyinafastpaced,rapidlychangingenvironment.

Physical Demands:

• Mustbepresentonsiteforallrelatedresponsibilitiesandbeabletoroutinelyperformactivities
  asdefinedabove.
• Mustbeabletostandandsitforextendedperiodsoftime.

Mental Demands:

• Excellentoralandwrittencommunicationskills.
• Highlyorganizedwithattentiontodetail
• Abletoworkindependentlywithchangingpriorities.

Working Conditions:

• Extendedperiodsoftimeonthecomputer.
• Extendedperiodsoftimeonyourfeet.

Estimated Pay:

• $100-$150PerHourDOE
• Itisnottypicalforanindividualtobecontractedatornearthetopofthepayrange
  and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
• Thespecificcompensationofferedtoacandidatemaybeinfluencedbyavarietyof
  factors including skills, qualifications, experience and location.

Our People-First Philosophy:

At Inventprise, youll be part of a world-class team working on innovative vaccines and technologies that have global impact. Our people are an integral part of our strategy, allowing us to grow as a company and improve our performance year-over-year. Our company was built on the belief that by working together, we have the ability to make the world a better place and improve lives. We have a growth mindset and are constantly looking for ways to enhance our contributions to improve global health. We believe that when we support each other and set high standards, we are able to do our best work.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Inventprise is an equal- opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , marital status, , protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.