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Digital Manufacturing Project Manager

Takeda
Full-time
Remote friendly (Los Angeles, CA)
United States
$99,500 - $156,420 USD yearly
IT

Role Summary

Project Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and controlling resources and processes to achieve DD&T project objectives within scope, time, quality, and budget constraints. This role involves managing DD&T projects independently, providing guidance to lower-level professionals, and ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.

Enabling the site in their Digital & AI journey through the implementation of digital products and integrations using the GMS/GQ Northstar platform, focusing on Digital Manufacturing and Paperless Operations

Responsibilities

  • Manage the scope, schedule, cost, and quality of programs and projects to ensure alignment with business objectives
  • Lead robust IT and Manufacturing Execution System (MES) projects from inception to completion, including infrastructure upgrades, software development, and systems integration.
  • Manage resource allocation for team members based on their skills and availability to ensure efficient use of resources
  • Provide comprehensive project oversight and transparent stakeholder communication, including regular updates on progress, risks, and key metrics
  • Own all aspects of project delivery including schedule management, risk mitigation, stakeholder engagement, and resource planning.

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelorโ€™s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or equivalent experience with 5+ years in IT functions.
  • MES project experience is a plus
  • Tools & Methodologies: Proficient in SDLC, Agile tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project, Smartsheet), and PMI Methodology.
  • Technical Proficiency: Experienced in managing multiple technical projects, IT infrastructure, and digital product development.
  • Project Management: Expertise in stakeholder communication, risk identification, budgeting, strategic planning, and roadmap development.
  • Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving, financial analysis, and value realization capabilities.
  • Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to simplify technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
  • Program & Content Management: Skilled in organizing and optimizing project-related information and outcomes.
  • Teamwork: Comfortable working in cross-functional teams and driving collaboration effectively.

Skills

  • Stakeholder management
  • Risk management
  • Project planning and execution
  • IT infrastructure and MES knowledge

Education

  • Bachelorโ€™s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or equivalent experience

Additional Requirements

  • Physical demands: Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 10 lbs. This role includes both sedentary work and walking to observe facility activities.
  • Working environment: Controlled settings requiring special gowning; exposure to cold/wet environments, clean rooms, confined spaces, and temperature-sensitive storage conditions. Flexibility to work multiple shifts, weekends, and overtime as required. Occasional travel (5%).
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