Project Manager, New Product Introduction

Overview New Product Introduction (NPI) Project Manager role at Repligen Corporation. We are a life sciences company focused on the development, production and commercialization of high-value consumable products used in the process of manufacturing biological drugs. Based in Waterford and reporting to the R&D Senior Manager, the NPI Project Manager is a critical strategic role within Repligen, driving innovation and leading new technology development initiatives. This position focuses on the conception, development, and implementation of new products, primarily turn-key, single-use bioprocessing equipment. You’ll be part of a cross functional team of 6 highly motivated and collaborative colleagues across Europe.

Responsibilities

Lead, empower, motivate and guide teams in multiple and various new product development projects through the whole lifecycle of the development project including Iterative Design phases, Prototype Manufacturing, Prototype Testing.

Documentation Creation & Technical Transfer to Serial Production.

Prepare product development project schedules / roadmaps (Smartsheet) and manage daily activities by task lists (Trello boards) and keep these up to date.

Prepare cost calculations and budgets for various new products and keep these up to date.

Manage changes and change requirements during the product development process. Keep project team members & steering committee updated regarding changes.

Organize the work of the project team and assign tasks between different team members. Keep project team members accountable for fulfilling the tasks. Help, support & solve problems that hinder project team members to accomplish their tasks.

Arrange and lead various project meetings (Kick-off, Weekly and Daily SCRUM meetings, Steering Committee meetings, Design Review Meetings).

Arrange and lead prototype building, testing and documentation activities.

Arrange and lead new product documentation creation process (User Manuals, Certifications, Technical Specifications, Testing Protocols etc.).

Prepare reports and dashboards for the project steering committee.

Arrange and manage the technical transfer and new product implementation process to serial production / manufacturing.

Proactively solve problems and challenges, both technical and commercial (e.g., component delivery issues, design challenges).

Develop the New Product Development & Change Control processes for custom and standard products.

Communicate directly with steering committee, company management team and encourage trusting relationships.

Qualifications

University degree (preferably in Engineering) and minimum 5 - 10 year’s experience running product development projects in international companies / teams in the field of industrial equipment.

Good understanding of engineering and manufacturing principles & processes.

Good understanding of project management principles & processes including Traditional & Agile methodologies.

Ability to multi-task and adhere to deadlines.

Ability to work in continuously changing environments & handle the changes.

Ability to lead and coach the project team, communicate common goals and add reasoning.

Ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications.

Ability to use 3D CAD tools for viewing technical details.

Excellent communication and people skills, excellent command in English (both written and verbal).

Ability to work outside normal office hours due to differing time zones.

Ability for occasional travel mainly in Europe, Asia and US.

What Repligen Offers
Repligen offers you a competitive remuneration package, including a yearly bonus, private medical insurance and flexible working hours. But most importantly Repligen offers you a stimulating, fast-paced environment with steep learning curves and the opportunity to contribute to the healthcare of patients worldwide. All of this with an international team in Waterford, Ireland.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Project Management and Information Technology

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