Project Management & Strategic Operations Manager
Core
Drive operational excellence and process improvement for the Preclinical Sciences organization by coordinating cross-functional teams, managing vendor contracts, and supporting strategic initiatives.
Role type
Senior strategic operations manager (preclinical sciences)
Builds
Operational processes, vendor contracts, and cross-functional collaboration frameworks
Domain
Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Preclinical Research
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Cross-functional operational coordination, Process improvement and workflow optimization, Change management leadership, Vendor and contract process management, Documentation and records management, Project tracking and reporting, Data tracking and operational reporting, Experience in biotechnology or life sciences, Experience with Coupa, Icertis, or Science Exchange
Preferred skills
Experience supporting laboratory or scientific operational functions, Knowledge of outsourced contracting processes, Experience with continuous improvement methodologies
Technologies
Coupa, Icertis, Science Exchange, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Word)
Responsibilities
Partner with leadership to support strategic and operational initiatives, Serve as liaison with Procurement, Legal, and Lab Operations, Drive end-to-end operational processes for vendor engagement and contracting, Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and streamline workflows, Support/lead change management activities, Track and manage operational deliverables and timelines, Assist with vendor and contract-related processes, Collaborate with Lab Operations for business continuity, Develop and maintain operational procedures and dashboards, Facilitate meetings and communicate operational progress to leadership
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
