Seattle Genetics

Sr. Program Manager/Associate Director, Program & Alliance Management

Description

Seattle Genetics is an emerging global multi-product biotechnology company that develops and commercializes innovative antibody-based therapies for the treatment of cancer. The company’s industry-leading antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) technology harnesses the targeting ability of antibodies to deliver cell-killing agents directly to cancer cells. In addition to one marketed product, we are advancing a strong product pipeline of novel therapies for solid tumors and blood-related cancers designed to address significant unmet medical needs and improve treatment outcomes for patients.

Summary

Seattle Genetics is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual who will be responsible for managing cross-functional product development planning and execution for high priority, late-stage program(s). This position will partner with product leaders and work in close collaboration with the Global Product Teams, functional teams and alliance partners to plan and advance priority programs. The Sr. Program Manager/Associate Director will report directly to the Vice President, Program & Alliance Management.

Responsibilities:

• Work in close partnership with Global Product Leader(s), providing program management leadership and support and serving as a key resource to functional leaders on the Global Product Team.
• Work collaboratively and cross-functionally to coordinate, influence and advise strategic and operational efforts to ensure alignment and seamless execution of the global product strategy.
• Ensure effective and consistent execution of projects and resolution of issues. Proactively identify and manage critical path issues and challenges, drive program risk management including facilitation of mitigation and contingency planning for key program risks.
• Develop, maintain and manage high-quality, integrated project plans to drive forward planning and program reporting to support effective decision making and improve decision quality.
• Develop and implement stage appropriate and value-added processes, best practices and tools (integrated timelines, TPPs, stage gate process, governance, core & sub team processes) to increase efficiency and consistency of global product development and team processes/deliverables.
• Leverage strong project and organizational knowledge, leadership and facilitation skills to optimize team meetings and drive effective governance and decision making.
• Establish a close partnering relationship with functional teams, program managers and alliance management to ensure cross-functional alignment and facilitate efficient program execution.
• Build and leverage relationships and networks to improve and enhance team dynamics; proactively identifying opportunities and removing obstacles to drive business results.
• Establish a close partnering relationship with functional teams, program managers and alliance management to ensure cross-functional alignment and facilitate efficient program execution.
• Drive program planning and project management, including cross-functional resource planning, financial, due diligence and capacity assessments.
• Advance program and alliance management best practices and contribute to the operational excellence of Seattle Genetics’ Program Management function with a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• 7-10 years of pharmaceutical/biotech industry experience, with experience in global cross-functional drug development and late-stage program management preferred.
• Drug Development knowledge with understanding of other functions relevant to the position which may include: Research, Preclinical, Clinical, Manufacturing, Commercial and Regulatory.
• Excellent business acumen, demonstrated ability to align teams to strategy to achieve business and project objectives.
• Experience leading and facilitating project team meetings, cross-functional communication and decision making, and ensuring ongoing alignment with internal/external stakeholders.
• A proactive and strategic thinker, with strong facilitation, problem-solving and issue resolution skills.
• Highly collaborative with outstanding communication and relationship management skills, high emotional intelligence.
• Adaptive leadership style with ability to influence teams without formal authority.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a highly matrixed global organization.
• PMP credential and experience with latest PM tools, software and processes highly valued.
• Experience in biologics and oncology, experience working with corporate partners and alliances is desirable.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree required. Advanced degree (MS, MBA, Ph.D.) in biomedical sciences, business or other discipline related to drug development highly preferred.

As the leading employer in our industry in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle Genetics is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package as well as a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the whole lives of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage, group and supplemental life insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and much more. To learn more about Seattle Genetics, please visit www.seattlegentics.com.

Seattle Genetics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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Seattle Genetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Submitted: 06/29/2018