Senior Director Program Management
$233,600–$321,000 year
On-siteIrvine, California, United States or Hercules, California, United States
Job Summary
Lead and grow a global program management organization supporting new product development initiatives, driving execution of complex portfolios from early concept through commercial launch. Partner with cross-functional stakeholders across R&D, Marketing, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and Quality to ensure alignment to business priorities, timelines, quality, and financial objectives. Establish program governance including portfolio reviews, KPIs, and risk management while advancing PMO capabilities through integrated portfolio management, lean practices, and adoption of AI and digital tools. Build and mentor high-performing teams to foster collaboration and accountability across global groups. This role requires 15+ years of experience managing complex, cross-functional programs within biotech or similar industries, with a background in regulated environments such as FDA, ISO, or IVD. Based in Irvine or Hercules, CA.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a technical or related field
- 15 or more years of experience managing complex, cross-functional programs within biotech or a similar industry
- Proven experience leading global teams and driving large-scale program or PMO transformations
- Strong background in portfolio management, governance, and delivering results in regulated environments such as FDA, ISO, or IVD
- Experience working across functions including R&D, Marketing, Manufacturing, and Regulatory
- A track record of using data, digital tools, or AI to improve program outcomes and business decision-making
- This position must be based in Irvine, CA OR Hercules, CA and requires the employee to be located within commuting distance of the office
Desired Qualifications
- advanced degree or MBA
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