Product Operations Program Manager

Overview

In this role you will help build a world-class Operations organization by shaping the Product Operating Model across all product segments. You will support Global Product Leaders with end-to-end product lifecycle management and drive initiatives to improve time, cost, and quality. You’ll act as the analytical driver and program manager to enable cross-functional teams to deliver on ambitious product goals. This is a chance to influence how Galderma launches and sustains products in a fast-growing dermatology portfolio.

Pay / Benefits

• professional development opportunities
• global career opportunities

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical work for the Product Portfolio to support the Operating Model
• Facilitate cross-functional Global Product Operating team activities with the Global Product Leader
• Plan and implement program initiatives aligned with strategic objectives
• Define scope, goals, and deliverables for selected programs with stakeholders
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation
• Assess risks and prioritize actions to support critical program decisions
• Mentor and coach team members on ways of working and the Product Operating Model
• Communicate scope and changes clearly using data-driven insights

Key requirements

• BS/MS in Operations, Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences, or a related field; an advanced degree is preferred
• Minimum of 8 years in pharmaceutical, OTC, life sciences, or biotech with expertise in Product Launches, Planning & Analysis, and Life-Cycle management
• Experience in Product Launch (must)
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams including Supply Chain, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, CMC, Procurement, Process Experts, Packaging, and Device Specialists
• Strong data analysis, prioritization, and communication skills in a dynamic, fast-growing environment
• Results-driven with urgency and ability to use modern PM tools and methodologies
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus

• Cross-functional collaboration
• Excellent communication
• Ambition and urgency
• Product Launch
• Product Lifecycle Management
• Program Management and planning

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