Vaccine Asset Planner (Manager), Project Management & Continuous Improvement

United States - New York - Pearl River

Full time

Posted 18 Days Ago

4910960

Our Purpose

We’re in relentless pursuit of breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. We innovate every day to make the world a healthier place.

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Our Values

To fully realize Pfizer’s purpose – Breakthroughs that change patients’ lives – we have established a clear set of expectations regarding “what” we need to achieve for patients and “how” we will go about achieving those goals.

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Pfizer Research & Development

Pfizer Research & Development serves as the beating heart of Pfizer's trailblazing product pipeline, the essence of our mission to bring life-changing medicines to the world.

Benefits

Pfizer offers competitive compensation and benefits programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our colleagues.

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Why Patients Need You

Pfizer’s purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Research and Development is at the heart of fulfilling Pfizer’s purpose as we work to translate advanced science and technologies into the therapies and vaccines that matter most. Whether you are in the discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy or supporting clinical trials, you will apply cutting edge design and process development capabilities to accelerate and bring the best-in-class medicines to patients around the world.

What You Will Achieve

The Vaccine Asset Planner (Manager), Project Management & Continuous Improvement is accountable for the generation and maintenance of high quality Planisware project schedules associated with the VRD program teams, supporting the operational/strategic delivery of new vaccines to patients; supports reporting and continuous improvement within VDM. The Asset Planners are experienced in scheduling and resource forecasting tool(s) (Planisware), definitions and standards, and associated systems and tools. Asset Planners may support several different types of schedules in support of a development plan which may include but are not limited to: candidate / indication, clinical studies, end game/submission, Outcomes Research, launch planning. Planners play an essential role in supporting the RAPID (Resource And Planning Insights for Decisions) program. RAPID is a key strategic imperative that supports a “fit-for-the-future” model of the processes, operations, and systems for the planning and management of Research and Development resources (dollars and FTEs).

How You Will Achieve It

Reports directly to the VDM Director, Project Management & Continuous Improvement.
Partners primarily with Program Managers (PMs)/Directors and members of project teams, protocol teams, and partner lines (e.g. Pharmaceutical Sciences, Clinical, DSRD, Clinical Sciences & Operations, Commercial, etc) to ensure accurate, integrated project reporting in RAPID.
Supports Portfolio Operations, asset, development/project and protocol teams, partner lines and others to provide regular information updates.
Collaborates with WRD and BU colleagues, portfolio and system colleagues (e.g. Integrated Portfolio Solutions (IPS)), and members of partner lines to drive development of new technologies and continuous improvement of planning processes, tools, reports, systems.
Collaborates and supports Vaccine Research and Development Strategy and Operations in updating and maintaining RAPID / Planisware data and algorithms.

Planning/Controlling (Scheduling Management)

Works with the Program Manager / Director, Program and Asset team members and platform line representatives, monitoring and reporting project schedule information to enable alignment of BU and partner line FTE and dollar resources.
Directly participates in and contributes to cross-functional and functional teams to discuss, review, and optimize protocol/project/program schedules, and resource management plans.
Creates and maintains program plans in Planisware for RAPID.
Contributes to the validation of resource information at the project level with the project teams.
Provides project management support (development plan creation) to early stage (pre-candidate selection) programs in support of the program director

Project Execution and Delivery

Provides the Portfolio Operations group with project schedule information to enable effective portfolio management activities.
Provides project manager support (development plan tracking) to early stage (pre-candidate selection) programs in support of the program director

Analysis and Reporting

Produces what-if scenario analyses in Planisware (base, optimistic and pessimistic development) based on context derived from the Program Manager / Director and project team members (e.g. Pharmaceutical Sciences, Clinical, DSRD, Development Operations, Commercial, etc).
Responsible for quality of schedule and resource flag data through review of quality reports and monitoring/management of such data with the team/line members.
Facilitates use of existing reporting tools by customer base (e.g., Business Objects, Spotfire).
Provides context to local customers of reports generated globally and consolidates customer feedback to enable improvement of existing reports and generation of new reports
At the discretion if the Program Manager / Director, develops and maintains project schedule visual depictions for governance and team use.
Maintains and develop Portfolio level reports, timelines, dashboards, and visuals for Sr Leadership.

Continuous Improvement

Contributes to continuous improvement of plan utilization, and reporting creating/developing processes, or systems/process integration.
Collaborates with colleagues to ensure cross-team and site learning's, and best practices are shared.
Promotes platform lines/teams taking ownership of data within planning tools to help them in management of their business.
Provides training and mentorship to new and established users in planning systems, and associated operating procedures and reporting.
Develops processes, tools, and trainings for VRD Governance, Reporting and Planning systems.

Qualifications

Must-Have

5-8 of experience years with B.S. or 3-6 years of experience with M.S
At least 3 years' experience in project planning and project management
At least 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical development
Experience with planning and resource forecasting tools (Enterprise Project Management, Planisware)
Project Planning/Management Expertise
Proven track record of planning or managing complex projects
Demonstrated understanding of stakeholder risk management and mitigation strategies in order to simulate the likely obstacles to project progression
Drug Development Knowledge
Technical proficiency is a key competency for this role: Technical proficiency includes experience in the use of project planning and resource forecasting tools and systems (e.g. Microsoft Project, Planisware))
Rapidly mastering new software tools

Nice-to-Have

Project Management for Professionals (PMP) Certification
PhD Degree with 0 to 2 years of experience and project planning and management

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must possess the flexibility to work additional hours beyond the standard schedule when necessary to meet business needs.

Other Job Details

Relocation support available
Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $93,500.00 to $155,900.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Sunshine Act

Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider’s name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.

EEO & Employment Eligibility

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

Research and Development

Breakthroughs that change patients’ lives

Research confirms what intuition tells us: that purpose-driven companies perform better, are more innovative, attract and retain the best people, and know how to unleash the power of those people. Pfizer’s purpose—Breakthroughs that change patients' lives—fuels everything we do and reflects our passion for building on our legacy as one of the greatest contributors of good to the world.

Each word in our purpose has meaning and reflects the value we strive to bring to patients and society:

“Breakthroughs” - These are the innovations, scientific and commercial, that we seek to deliver every day. All colleagues, regardless of role, level or location, strive for breakthroughs every day.

“Change” - We want to do more than simply improve patients’ medical conditions; we want to dramatically change their lives for the better.

“Patients’ lives” - We consider not only patients, but everyone they touch—including their families, caregivers, and friends—and everything they love to do. It’s an intentionally holistic view.

Our purpose ensures that patients remain at the center of all we do. We live our purpose by sourcing the best science in the world; partnering with others in the healthcare system to improve access to our medicines; using digital technologies to enhance our drug discovery and development, as well as patient outcomes; and leading the conversation to advocate for pro-innovation/pro-patient policies.

Every decision we make and every action we take is done with the patient in mind—and to nurture an environment where breakthroughs can thrive.

Our Values

To fully realize Pfizer’s purpose, we have established a clear set of expectations regarding “what” we need to achieve for patients and “how” we will go about achieving those goals.

The “how” is represented by four simple, powerful values—courage, excellence, equity, and joy—that define our company and our culture.

Courage: Breakthroughs start by challenging convention, especially in the face of uncertainty or adversity. This happens when we think big, speak up, and are decisive.

Excellence: We can only change patients’ lives when we perform at our best together. This happens when we focus on what matters, agree who does what, and measure our outcomes.

Equity: We believe that every person deserves to be seen, heard, and cared for. This happens when we are inclusive, act with integrity, and reduce healthcare disparities.

Joy: We give ourselves to our work, but it also gives to us. We find joy when we take pride, recognize one another, and have fun.

Pfizer Research & Development

Pfizer Research & Development serves as the beating heart of Pfizer's trailblazing product pipeline, the essence of our mission to bring life-changing medicines to the world.

With an unwavering commitment to innovation, we use a multidisciplinary approach that blends scientific expertise, cutting-edge technologies, and strategic collaborations, igniting a powerful engine that propels groundbreaking discoveries into life-saving treatments for patients in need.

Through our relentless pursuit of progress, we envision a future where cutting-edge medicines pave the way to healthier, happier lives worldwide.

Benefits at Pfizer

Pfizer offers competitive compensation and benefits programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our colleagues. Our Pay for Performance Philosophy and Practices reward colleagues based on the contributions they make to our business.

Our Competitive Benefits Programs help our colleagues by:

Promoting Health and Wellness to help colleagues maintain and improve their physical and mental wellbeing. Pfizer offerings include health and disability insurance, preventative health programs, medical screenings, free or reduced-cost vaccinations, discounts on Pfizer products, mental health support, nutrition and fitness counseling and more.
Strengthening Colleagues’ Financial Security by providing company contributions to retirement plans, life insurance and financial planning education to help colleagues achieve their financial goals.
Providing Benefits and Time off for the Moments that Matter to ensure Pfizer colleagues have the time away from the office to recharge, recover and return to work as the best version of themselves. Vacation, Holiday time and Sick time are just the beginning, with a 12 week parental leave policy for both parents of a new born, 10 day of caregiver leave for those times when your family needs you whether it’s a child, spouse or parent, bereavement leave, and additional country-specific programs.
And so much more, depending on your country and site, Pfizer offers childcare facilities or discount programs, on-site health and/or fitness centers, movement and mindfulness solutions, “Log in for your Day” work flexibility and so much more.

For U.S. based jobs, view an overview of Pfizer’s U.S. benefits program (opens in a new window)

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