Sr Manager, Program Management

Work ScheduleStandard (Mon-Fri)Environmental ConditionsOfficeJob DescriptionThermo Fisher ScientificThermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue exceeding $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, improving patient diagnostics and therapies, or increasing efficiency in their laboratories, we are here to support them. Our team of more than 100,000 colleagues delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience, and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon, and PPD. For more information, please visit Division Specific InformationSenior Manager, Project Management, is part of the Chemical Analysis Division (CAD) within the Analytical Instrumentation Group (AIG) and reports to the Director of the CAD Program Management Office. This position will be site-based at one of CAD's sites in Europe, with a travel expectation of 0-15%.CAD provides a diverse mix of analytical instruments and associated services to a broad range of end-user markets, including Safety & Security, Environmental, Food Safety, Energy, Mining, Life Science Manufacturing, and Recycling.Its instruments are deployed both in the field and on production lines, in environments where customers prioritize robustness, reliability, and ease of use. CAD is a complex division with a global footprint, a broad product portfolio, and a diverse customer base.LOCATION: This is a fully onsite position in Madison, WI. Unfortunately, relocation assistance is NOT provided. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screen. Job DescriptionYou will use project management and team leadership skills to drive NPI projects from inception through implementation and completion.This role requires the ability to interact with all levels of the organization and calls for strong communication and leadership skills, combined with experience in R&D and project management.The position collaborates closely with the Vice President, General Managers, and R&D Director of the MCS Business UnitWhat You Will Do:Define, maintain, and implement project management methodology, including processes, tools, metrics, and policies to ensure efficiency, quality, and business success.Lead day-to-day PMO team activities, running the project portfolio to ensure milestones, targets, and commitments are met through effective resource, scope, issue, and risk management.Handle program changes in alignment with change management plans to control scope, quality, schedule, cost, and contracts.Address program issues by identifying effective courses of action that consider constraints and objectives to enable continued progress.Assemble program status and data through the program management information system, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.Perform follow-up tasks on projects and related activities, encouraging collaboration, defining roles, assessing skills, providing mentorship, and handling conflicting priorities.Support and lead the team; be accountable for the growth and development of Project Managers.How to Get Here:Education/ Experience:Bachelor’s degree required with 8+ years or related experience or Masters degree with 6 years of related experienceAdvanced degree or PMP certification preferredExperience leading multiple projects and teams across a matrixed organizationStrong talent management and people development skillsKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesProficient in Microsoft Office, especially Project, Teams, and ExcelStrong attention to detail, interpersonal, and time management skillsExcellent verbal and written communicationStrong documentation and interpersonal abilitiesAbility to interact professionally with diverse leaders, managers, and subject matter expertsCapable of balancing long-term (strategic) and short-term (tactical) decision implicationsExcellent critical thinking, crisis management, and decision-making skillsProven conflict resolution and team leadership abilitiesTrack record of timely project deliveryExecutive presence and the ability to communicate efficiently at all levelsJob SummaryJob number: R-01348150Date posted : 2026-04-15Profession: Research & DevelopmentEmployment type: Full time