Seattle Genetics

Program Manager

Description

Seattle Genetics is an emerging multi-product, global biotechnology company that develops and commercializes transformative therapies targeting cancer to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. ADCETRIS® (brentuximab vedotin) uses the company’s industry-leading antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) technology and is approved for the treatment of multiple CD30-expressing lymphomas.

Beyond ADCETRIS®, the company has established a pipeline of novel targeted therapies at various stages of clinical testing, including three in ongoing or planned pivotal trials for solid tumors. Enfortumab vedotin for metastatic urothelial cancer and tisotumab vedotin for metastatic cervical cancer use our proprietary ADC technology. Tucatinib, a small molecule tyrosine kinase inhibitor, is in a pivotal trial for HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer. In addition, we are leveraging our expertise in empowered antibodies to build a portfolio of proprietary immuno-oncology agents in clinical trials targeting hematologic malignancies and solid tumors.

Summary

Seattle Genetics is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual who will be responsible for supporting cross-functional drug development activities for high priority, late-stage program(s). This position will partner with program and functional leaders and work in close collaboration with the Global Product Team, sub-teams and co-development partners to advance priority programs. The Program Manager / Senior Program Manager will report directly to the Global Program Manager for a specific product.

Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively and cross-functionally to coordinate, influence and manage efforts to ensure seamless execution of the global product strategy.
• Provide program and project management leadership and support for key functional activities including functional sub-team and working group meeting support, regulatory submission planning and management and/or commercial launch efforts.
• Working in coordination with the Program Team Lead, Global Program Manager and functional leads, develop and maintain high-quality, integrated project plans that align with overall program strategy and drive communication, scenario planning and decision making.
• Facilitate the identification, management and communication of key program risks and their associated mitigation and contingency plans.
• Develop and implement stage appropriate and value-added processes, best practices and tools (integrated timelines, TPPs, stage gate process, governance, core & sub team processes) to increase efficiency and consistency of global product development and team processes/deliverables.
• Leverage strong project and organizational knowledge, leadership and facilitation skills to optimize team meetings and facilitate effective governance and decision making.
• Build and leverage relationships and networks to improve and enhance team dynamics; proactively identifying opportunities and removing obstacles to drive business results.
• Advance program and alliance management best practices and contribute to the operational excellence of Seattle Genetics’ Program Management function with a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry, with experience in global cross-functional drug development.
• Late-stage program/project management, regulatory submission planning and/or commercial launch experience highly desirable; track record of successful submission management preferred.
• Drug Development knowledge with understanding of other functions relevant to the position which may include: Research, Preclinical, Clinical, Manufacturing, Regulatory and Commercial.
• Excellent business acumen, demonstrated ability to align teams to strategy to achieve business and project objectives.
• Experience leading and facilitating project team meetings, cross-functional communication and decision making, and ensuring ongoing alignment with internal/external stakeholders.
• A proactive and strategic thinker, with strong facilitation, problem-solving and issue resolution skills.
• Highly collaborative with outstanding communication and relationship management skills, high emotional intelligence.
• Adaptive leadership style with ability to influence teams without formal authority.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a highly matrixed global organization.
• PMP credential and experience with latest PM tools, software and processes highly valued.
• Experience in biologics and oncology, experience working with corporate partners and alliances is desirable.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree required. Advanced degree (MS, MBA, Ph.D.) in biomedical sciences, business or other discipline related to drug development highly preferred.

As the leading employer in our industry in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle Genetics is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package as well as a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the whole lives of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage, group and supplemental life insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and much more. To learn more about Seattle Genetics, please visit www.seattlegenetics.com.

Seattle Genetics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Seattle Genetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Submitted: 11/29/2019