Johnson Service Group (JSG) is seeking a Program Manager for our CMO life sciences, molecular diagnostics, and medical device manufacturing client in Carlsbad, CA. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing manufacturing organization supporting innovative diagnostic and life sciences products.Â
Direct Hire | Onsite | $110 - $145K
Summary
We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to oversee a portfolio of development and cGMP manufacturing programs for domestic and international clients. This position leads cross-functional teams, manages program scope and schedules, monitors milestones and deliverables, and ensures programs are completed on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
Lead multiple cross-functional program teams and facilitate internal and client meetings
Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans, schedules, timelines, and work breakdown structures
Oversee program scope, deliverables, milestones, dependencies, critical paths, and go/no-go decisions
Maintain overall program knowledge and ensure execution according to agreed-upon timelines and deliverables
Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies
Prepare weekly and monthly reports, agendas, meeting minutes, presentations, and status updates
Serve as the primary client contact for all program-related communication
Present program status, risks, resource needs, and recommendations to executive leadership
Identify and escalate unresolved issues, potential obstacles, and resource constraints
Communicate and document changes in program scope with clients, internal teams, and Business Development
Support change orders, proposals, feasibility studies, and new business opportunities
Partner with Business Development to maintain and strengthen client relationships
Provide strategic oversight across the assigned client portfolio
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen program delivery, business processes, and profitability
Support change management and training initiatives across departments
Represent the voice of the client while balancing organizational priorities
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, molecular biology, engineering, or another relevant scientific discipline
Minimum of three years of program or project management experience, preferably within a life sciences CMO or CDMO environment
PMP certification preferred
Strong working knowledge of laboratory processes and cGMP manufacturing
Experience with ERP systems; NetSuite preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills
Experience with MS Project, Jira, or a similar program management platform
Experience with MasterControl or another quality management system preferred
Strong organizational, planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to oversee multiple programs and competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority
Strong client service, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills
Collaborative, results-oriented, and capable of working independently when needed
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** Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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