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Director, Operational Excellence

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The Director of Operational Excellence will manage project portfolios, enhance operational processes through methodologies like Six Sigma, and ensure efficient resource allocation and project execution. Responsibilities include leadership, stakeholder management, performance monitoring, and maintaining project documentation.
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About GenScript

GenScript Biotech Corporation (Stock Code: 1548.HK) is a global biotechnology group. Founded in 2002, GenScript has an established global presence across North America, Europe, the Greater China, and Asia Pacific. GenScript's businesses encompass four major categories based on its leading gene synthesis technology, including operation as a Life Science CRO, enzyme and synthetic biology products, biologics development and manufacturing, and cell therapy.

GenScript is committed to striving towards its vision of being the most reliable biotech company in the world to make humans and nature healthier through biotechnology.

About ProBio

ProBio proactively provides end-to-end CDMO service from drug discovery to commercialization with proactive strategies, professional solutions and efficient processes in cell and gene therapy (CGT), vaccine, biologics discovery and antibody protein drug to accelerate drug development for customers. ProBio’s total cell and gene therapy solution covers CMC of plasmid and virus for IND filing as well as clinical manufacturing and commercial manufacturing. In terms of plasmid service, ProBio supports the most clinical approvals for CGT drugs including mRNA vaccines, CAR-T in China. It is also the first GMP manufacturing platform to provide in vitro transcription (IVT) template linearized plasmids for mRNA vaccines and has supported several mRNA vaccine global enterprises to obtain clinical approvals. In terms of viral vector service, ProBio has a stable and high-yield viral vector platform.

Job Summary:

The individual will organize and manage all aspects of our portfolio of projects, including ensuring strong value creation, scoping, governance, resource allocation, and execution. This role will drive the adoption of best-in-class processes, frameworks, methodologies, and clear roles & responsibilities to enhance project execution and day-to-day processes. A key priority is to integrate and identify operational excellence (i.e., Six Sigma) as part of project execution, along with optimizing existing processes.

Responsibilities: 

  • Operational Excellence in Project Management: Drive a cultural shift towards efficient processes and methodologies, continuous improvement, customer value, and accelerated delivery. Inspire teams to adopt latest software vendor capabilities.
  • Leadership: Guide the Program Management Office to deliver high-quality projects. Establish a consistent way of working, align on business priorities, and ensure the team can pivot based on changing needs. Ensure that the agreed-upon portfolio of projects from the governance team are initiatives the team can deliver within the timeframe and with the correct loading of resources.
  • Roles & Responsibilities: Ensure all parties associated with the governance process and projects understands what is expected of them along with holding them accountable.
  • Communication: Effective communicate vital information in a timely and appropriate manner.
  • Stakeholder Management: Own the project management governance process. Collaborate with division leads and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution and alignment across teams.
  • Performance Monitoring: Monitor and track project performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions as needed. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
  • Project Management: Proactively identify, track, and manage project risks and issues. Develop a strong project management culture that includes upfront robust business requirements and a comprehensive testing strategy.
  • Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate project documentation, including project plans, timelines, and resource forecasts. Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior leadership.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent 4-Year University degree required
  • 6+ years of project management experience
  • Execution of operational excellence projects
  • Strong knowledge of project delivery methodology
  • Demonstrated experience analyzing information, weighing options, and making timely, informed decisions based on established governance principles.
  • Clearly communicating assigned RACI (Responsible, Accountable, Consulted & Informed) roles to all team members, ensuring transparency and minimizing confusion about responsibilities.
  • Fostering open communication and collaboration among team members to ensure smooth project execution and effective decision-making

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong knowledge of Commercial/Government areas and/or Model N technologies preferred
  • Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
  • PMP Certification
  • Expert knowledge of respective business process area

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# LW 

GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace.

Top Skills

Governance Frameworks
Pmp Methodologies
Project Management Software
Six Sigma

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