Job Description
Why do we need you ?
sIf you want to discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers.
We're one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobain's remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts on the world around us.
The Project Manager will lead business-wide strategic projects enabling the global growth of Saint-Gobain Life Sciences' Medical, Electronic Components & Catheter businesses while supporting capacity expansions, technical transfers, industrialization and commercial process optimization. Will also support new business projects from commercialization to industrialization.
The Project Manager maintains a culture of accountability achieving worldwide excellence in the delivery of products/technology/services in support of existing and / or new business projects. Works across departments and functions to ensure flow of communication and transparency of information. Drives and innovates continuous improvements to the system, partnering with Business Development, Customer Success, Marketing, Supply Chain, QA, RA, Purchasing, IT, Operations and Site Leadership Teams to ensure all facets of Commercial and Operations are considered throughout the project life cycle.
In a highly agile and empowered environment, will manage key projects while also ensuring the success of other projects across the organization, mentoring and coaching site level Project Leads.
Key Accountabilities:
Provides project direction, metric definition, and performance management. This role provides a single point of accountability for all aspects of assigned projects and the project management system used in the MEC Business Units.
Train others in best practice project management. Support, guide and coach other project managers to be successful in leading their assigned projects.
Proactively lead & organize pre-project phases to define the case for project justification/support.
Leverage global project management standards & expertise for the Business Units, with alignment with departmental standards for Engineering, R&D, etc.
Seek, adjust and integrate modern Project Management approaches like scrum or other agile approaches, methods and principles to support our project management needs in the fast changing VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity and Ambiguity) environment. Also, utilize the available Saint-Gobain internal available PM systems e.g. EEM (Early Equipment Management).
Is this job for you ?
Education:
Bachelor's Degree - within Engineering, Business, Organizational Development, Project Management or related field of study; Required.
Master's Degree - Degree in Industrial or Process Engineering (Mechanical, building construction & execution, or similar field and / or Complex Project Management, or Organizational Development & change management; Preferred.
Certificate of Completion within Project Management, Required.
Certificate of Completion in Change management, Project Team Building or Leadership Training; Required.
Experience:
7+ years of Project Management experience, using standard project management approaches while managing complex projects involving matrixed or multi-business environments and cross-functional teams; Required.
3+ years of Project Management experience within Operations; Required.
Experience with modern agile approaches, continuous improvement projects / Kaizens (CIP); Preferred.
Experience in regulated industry (i.e. FDA, ISO, etc.) and working in controlled cleanroom environments; Preferred.
WCM/Lean/Six Sigma experience/certification; Preferred.
Ability to travel at 20%, domestic; Required.
A little more about us
Saint-Gobain's innovations touch almost every major industry around the world. Within its Life Sciences division, teams are solving critical problems for customers who are getting life-saving medical devices to the frontlines of healthcare, discovering essential medications, and nourishing and connecting the world through consumer, industrial and electronics applications. As one of the world's leading producers of high-performance polymer products, we improve lives by making simple experiences better and being there in life's critical moments.
Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we've learned working together makes good ideas, great ones.
With a legacy dating back more than 350 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths.
Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, you're empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality.
Join Us at Saint-Gobain Life Sciences. Together, we'll create a better life.
To make sure nothing is forgotten
Certain states require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees' wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer prospective candidates and provide the national pay range for this position which is $99,900to $154,800 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 13% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $112,887 to $174,924. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.
Health and Wellbeing - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
LiveWell Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
Additional Benefits - Helping shape the experience and impact you want
Commuter Benefits
Group Legal
Identity Theft Protection
Auto and Home Insurance
Pet Insurance and Discounts
Back-up Child & Elder Care
PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
Legal Statement
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
