Program Manager - IT

Robert Half is recruiting for a Program Manager - Feasibility & Planning

ROLE: Program Manager - Feasibility & Planning

LENGTH: 6 Months

LOCATION: Remote - UK based, some global travel

PAY: depending on experience

The Role

We're looking for a seasoned Programme Manager to take the lead on the feasibility and planning phase of a major pharmaceutical manufacturing transformation programme. This is a key role, where you'll be responsible for keeping the programme's critical path on track, ensuring all teams are aligned, and enabling fast, informed decision-making that will shape the future of the global manufacturing network.

Key Requirements

Programme & Timeline Leadership

• Own and manage the critical path across several workstreams
• Map out and track key milestones and cross-functional dependencies
• Spot and resolve blockers or delays that could impact progress
• Build and maintain the full programme plan using tools like MS Project or Smartsheet

Feasibility & Strategic Planning

• Lead detailed feasibility work including site capability, capacity modelling, and CapEx/OpEx analysis
• Support evaluations of different strategic options such as greenfield builds, tech transfers, or site consolidations

Stakeholder Alignment

• Work closely with stakeholders across Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory, Engineering, Commercial, and Finance
• Coordinate key decision checkpoints and help drive alignment on critical go/no-go calls

Governance & Oversight

• Set up and manage governance structures that keep the programme aligned and moving forward
• Provide clear and concise updates, dashboards, and risk reports to senior leadership and steering groups

Risk & Dependency Management

• Identify and monitor cross-functional risks or bottlenecks, especially those that could delay the critical path
• Lead the development of backup plans and mitigation strategies with relevant teams

The Skills

Qualifications:

• A degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Business or similar
• A project or programme management qualification (e.g., PMP, MSP, PgMP) is a plus

Experience:

• 7-10+ years in programme/project management, ideally in pharmaceutical manufacturing or supply chain
• Strong background in managing large-scale planning or capital investment programmes
• Knowledge of GMP, tech transfers, regulatory frameworks, and operational readiness

Skills:

• Excellent at critical path planning and integrated project time-lines
• Confident managing senior stakeholders and driving decisions

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