Innovation Program Management Lead OTC
Core
Senior leader orchestrating complex cross-functional innovation programs (new product development, claims innovation, process improvements) to deliver business value across Commercial, R&D, Supply Chain, and Regulatory functions.
Role type
Senior IC Innovation Program Management Lead
Builds
Integrated cross-functional innovation plans, stage-gate governance processes, and high-performing project teams
Domain
Consumer Healthcare / OTC Pharmaceuticals
Required skills
Strategic program leadership, portfolio management, cross-functional stakeholder influence, governance and stage-gate management, risk management, change management, people leadership/coaching, commercial acumen
Preferred skills
Experience in Consumer Healthcare/CPG/Pharma, PMP/Agile/Program Management certifications
Technologies
Enterprise PPM systems
Responsibilities
Lead strategic innovation programs from concept to commercialization; Build and lead high-performing cross-functional teams; Maintain integrated project plans, budgets, and risk registers; Drive speed to impact through disciplined planning; Partner with portfolio teams for governance reviews; Resolve risks, issues, and bottlenecks through negotiation; Conduct lessons learned reviews and institutionalize best practices
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities