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Sr Project Manager

AT Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Sr Project Manager

Budapest, Hungary

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description

Position Summary:

This Sr Project Manager role at Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. offers a unique opportunity to lead global programs focused on regulatory compliance. As the Project Manager, you will have the chance to help build and implement a world-class framework for regulatory compliance that will have a lasting impact on the organization. Your leadership will be instrumental in ensuring flawless execution and consistent practices across multiple projects. You will collaborate with individuals from various Global Functions and external entities to establish a cohesive and unified approach.

The Sr. Project Manager, Global ESG Program Management will lead the planning and execution of the assigned projects and ensure successful delivery within the ESG (Environmental Social and Governance) Program Portfolio. The role will be also responsible for oversight of the Regulatory Triage Process & Portfolio.

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The role is critical in ensuring smooth execution and standard methods across a range of different projects and robust regulatory portfolio management.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management:

  • Coordinate cross-functional, geographically distributed teams to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Influence key partners to achieve key results on time and within plan, developing relationships within the company and external partners to complete program results.
  • Facilitate breakthrough thinking by integrating diverse views while participating in targeted deep dive sessions to enable problem-solving.
  • Work closely with project partners and supporters to establish reporting schedules that lead to a unified and reliable program information.
  • Prepare and maintain project plans and define results.
  • Employ the fit-for-purpose methodology for each project.
  • Resolve complex issues and lead critical path processes as they relate to project delivery.
  • Identify and handle potential risks, problems, tasks, and decisions - take responsibility for addressing important issues and work towards developing strategies to minimize their impact.
  • Document and communicate the status and results of the projects.
  • Gather project information and ensure clear communication of the outcome of the meeting (risks, issues, actions, and decisions).
  • Lead regular reporting cadence and ad-hoc reports - including leadership reports & presentations.

Regulatory Portfolio Management:

  • End-to-end oversight and maintenance of Regulatory Portfolio.
  • Collaborate closely with other departments (Legal, Trade Compliance, Product Compliance, EHS, etc.) to identify new regulations affecting Thermo Fisher.
  • Actively monitor legal environment to identify relevant, upcoming regulations.
  • Ensure the assignment of responsibility and timely implementation of response plans.
  • Oversee the regular review process to track compliance status for regulations within the portfolio.
  • Manage reporting cadence for leadership team.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree required, preferably business related
  • 5+ years of solid experience in managing complex project initiatives ranging from process improvements, transitions, regulatory compliance initiatives and system implementations
  • ESG / Sustainability / Regulatory Compliance Project Management experience is highly desirable.
  • Project Management/Sigma/Kaizen certification highly desirable

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Proficiency in English (verbal and written)
  • Robust project management skills and capabilities (planning tools, defining deliverables, business case and baseline development)
  • Demonstrated experience in successfully leading complex, multidimensional projects
  • Ability to work independently, within a team, and collaboratively across teams
  • Capable of prioritizing multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
  • Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills across all levels of the organization
  • Good planning, organizational, and time management skills
  • Team player, able to work effectively with others
  • Ability to deal with highly sensitive information in line with confidentiality expectations.

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

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Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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Client-provided location(s): Budapest, Hungary
Job ID: ThermoFisher-R-01286477
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Fitness Subsidies
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Financial Counseling
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program