Program Manager

Program Manager

Cambridgeshire/Hertfordshire area - 3 days minimum on site

£80-100k basic + excellent benefits

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​Are you ready to lead groundbreaking projects that revolutionise scientific research? We're seeking a dynamic and energetic Program Manager to drive the delivery of cutting-edge lab automation/instrumentation products and consumables. You'll manage highly complex projects, ensuring timely and high-quality solutions that meet customer needs and regulatory requirements.

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Program Manager Responsibilities:

• Ensure program success by delivering new products on time, within budget, whilst meeting quality and performance standards.

• Lead cross-functional teams to bring innovative lab automation products and consumables to market quickly.

• Collaborate with the PMO to develop and maintain project plans, including scope, timelines, milestones, and deliverables.

• Coordinate with resource managers to allocate resources effectively and provide necessary tools, training, and support for team members.

• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and resolve issues promptly.

• Facilitate communication across all business functions and teams, including R&D, product management, marketing, sales, manufacturing engineering, and customer support.

• Work closely with R&D teams to ensure technical feasibility and alignment with product specifications, complying with relevant regulatory standards and quality requirements.

• Implement and maintain rigorous quality control processes to ensure product reliability and performance. Address any quality issues promptly and implement corrective actions as needed.

• Solve complex problems and lead strategic program execution from concept to production.

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation and provide regular updates to senior management and stakeholders.

• Protect intellectual property by ensuring proper security of project documentation.

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Program Manager Skills & Attributes:

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and energise cross-functional teams.

• Excellent communication skills, ensuring clarity and effectiveness across business functions.

• Strategic and forward-thinking, able to solve complex and ambiguous problems.

• Collaborative, working closely with product and business leadership to drive program direction.

• Detail-oriented and organized, capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Customer-focused, able to solicit and incorporate feedback to meet quality and customer expectations.

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Program Manager Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant Engineering discipline.

• 5+ years of cross-functional project and/or technical leadership experience.

• 10+ years of experience in program or project management within a product development, manufacturing, and/or research environment.

• Demonstrable experience of meeting project goals while satisfying quality, performance, schedule, and budget requirements.

• Strong understanding of product development processes, including hardware, software, and consumables.

• Excellent organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders.

What to expect:

• Collaborate with talented professionals in a motivated and driven team.

• Highly competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits, including private medical insurance, a generous pension plan, and an annual discretionary bonus.

• Excellent and defined career development opportunities

• Direct access and involvement with Senior Leadership

• Chance to deliver on a truly meaningful package of work

If this resonates with you, apply with an up-to-date CV and be a part of the journey to reshape the future of science.