Director, Program Management

Director, Program Management

Location: This role is fully remote, offering flexibility to work from any location with reliable internet access.

Reporting to the E2E Lead Head US (ad interim), the Director, Project Management is responsible for supporting the overall ADS strategy by translating strategic outcomes into actionable workstreams and growth initiatives. The incumbent will initiate new growth projects and ensure a strong business rationale by coordinating activities across Commercial, Controlling, Operations, and Engineering. This role will lead growth projects through SG0 and continue as an active project team member through CAR approval—maintaining accountability for the business case and strategic justification. Additionally, the Director will contribute as a member of the PMO, supporting governance structures and processes within the ADS platform and ensuring alignment with broader corporate processes.

What you will get:

The full-time base annual salary for this remote position is expected to range between $152,000 to $258,000. In addition, below you will find a comprehensive summary of the benefits package we offer:

• Performance-related bonus.

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.

• 401(k) matching plan.

• Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance.

• Employee assistance programs.

• Paid time off (PTO).

Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge.

What you will do:

• Support the annual SPP process for the ADS organization by coordinating key workstreams or leading assigned sub-groups.

• Contribute to the development of the final SPP deliverables, helping to review major insights and translating them into actionable strategic workstreams.

• Assist in defining and initiating new growth initiatives by conducting or coordinating market assessments in collaboration with Strategic Marketing, Market Intelligence, and relevant Commercial teams (e.g., Portfolio Management).

• Develop business cases for growth initiatives in partnership with Controlling, Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain.

• Draft project charters and ensure clarity of scope, objectives, and responsibilities.

• Prepare materials for early-stage executive reviews (SG-1) for proposed growth projects.

• Lead growth projects through the Concept Phase (SG0), ensuring strong alignment with strategy before transitioning project leadership to the Strategic Growth Project Team. Continue as a key team member, accountable for the business rationale and case through CAR approval.

• Contribute to PMO governance activities, including oversight of SPP, BSR, and growth project processes, ensuring adherence to established frameworks and review cadences.

• Coordinate and support broader ADS platform initiatives, such as automation, digitalization, or sustainability programs.

• Assist in the review and coordination of potential inorganic growth opportunities (e.g., M&A or divestment assessments) as needed.

What we are looking for:

• Demonstrated ability to engage and communicate effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Experience supporting, coordinating, or leading significant CAPEX or strategic investment projects.

• Comfortable working in a complex, fast-paced matrix environment with multiple stakeholders and priorities.

• Strong experience developing business cases and contributing to new business models or approaches that leverage existing and new assets.

• Solid industry knowledge with an understanding of key trends in Biopharma and the CMO/CDMO market.

• Sound judgment in evaluating new ideas, with the ability to assess their potential impact and feasibility.

• Strong business acumen, with knowledge of policies, practices, and market dynamics relevant to the organization and its competitors.

• Effective communicator in both internal and external settings, capable of presenting project information clearly and professionally.

• Ability to build credibility and trust across teams and cultures through strong analytical thinking and collaborative leadership.

• Proven track record of driving projects to completion and overcoming obstacles to achieve successful outcomes.

• Strategic thinker with commercial awareness and a strong execution focus.

• Creative problem solver with the ability to translate ideas into practical, actionable solutions.

• Collaborative approach with the ability to influence peers and drive alignment.

• Strong ability to manage ambiguity, recognize critical issues early, and balance multiple priorities effectively.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

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