Digital Transformation Project Manager - Life Sciences

This role is located in Somerville, MA- We are a hybrid work environment and are in the office 3+ days/per week.Tulip, the leader in AI-native frontline operations, is helping companies around the world equip their workforce with composable, connected apps, leading to higher quality work, improved efficiency, and end-to-end traceability across operations. Tulip’s cloud-native, no-code platform, powered by embedded AI, is driving the digital transformation of industrial environments through composable, human-centric solutions that go beyond disrupting the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) category.A spinoff out of MIT, Tulip is headquartered in Somerville, MA, with offices in Germany, Hungary, Singapore, and Israel. Tulip has been recognized as a World Economic Forum Global Innovator, a 2024 Deloitte Technology Fast award winner, one of Energage’s Top Workplaces USA, and one of Built In Boston’s “Best Places to Work” and “Best Midsize Places to Work.”About You:You know the challenges in manufacturing and operations, and you believe there is a better wayYou thrive on communicating and can do so across levels, with people from the shop floor to engineering managers to executives You’re meticulously organized, able to prioritize in ambiguous situations for yourself and your team, and look ahead to risks and mitigate thenYou understand the business impact of operational improvementsYou’re ready for a start-up environment as part of a fast growing SAAS company You are comfortable working with digital tools and have a willingness to adopt new AI-assisted workflows as they are introduced to the PS orgWhat skills do I need? 5+ years of combined experience delivering projects for regulated life sciences customers, including experience in project or program management, manufacturing or production operations, management consulting, or customer success roles within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device organizationsStrong working knowledge of regulated quality systems and compliance frameworks, including GxP, ISO standards, and 21 CFR Part 11Proven experience working with multi-divisional, multi-geographical customers and managing stakeholders across multiple functionsDemonstrated ability to develop and execute detailed project plans, including scope definition, milestones, ownership, and timelines, while coordinating internal teams, external partners, and customer stakeholdersExcellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with experience leading project meetings, facilitating decision-making, and delivering clear, executive-level updates to both technical and non-technical audiencesYou will be among the first practitioners to help Tulip define what AI-first delivery looks like — training and tooling will be provided, but intellectual curiosity is expectedNice to have:Lean / Six Sigma experience, with exposure to continuous improvement initiatives in regulated manufacturing or operations environmentsFamiliarity with Agile and/or Scrum methodologies, including experience applying them in hybrid or regulated delivery modelsExperience with AI-assisted project tools, knowledge management, or automation platforms (e.g., Zapier, Make, Copilot, Claude or similar)PMP or other relevant project management certificationsWorking knowledge of change control processes, PMO governance, and validation requirements (e.g., impact assessment, documentation, and traceability) within regulated life sciences environmentsKey Responsibilities:Manage project plans, timelines, budgets, and deliverables collaboratively with cross-functional teams and customersCollaborate with internal experts and customers to define project success and requirementsLead organization of information and communication to allow teams to focus on project workProvide expertise and thought leadership to guide customers through manufacturing digital transformationsUnderstand technical project details enough to manage and escalate when neededScope and quote projects for customersContribute to internal process development and continuous improvement25% expected travel Key Collaborators:CustomersInternal customer-facing technical teamsSales/ commercialTulip’s partnersWorking At TulipWe know even great candidates experience imposter syndrome. Even if you don’t match every requirement, applying gives you the opportunity to be considered. We’re building a strong, diverse team that values hard work, families, and personal well-being. Benefits of working with us include:Direct impact on product and cultureCompany equityCompetitive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Commuter Benefits, Parental Leave, and 401(K)Flexible work schedule and unlimited vacation policyVirtual company events and happy hoursFitness subsidiesAn inclusive, dog-friendly office with diverse and inspiring colleaguesWe are an equal opportunity employer. At Tulip, we celebrate all. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Help us build an inclusive community that will transform frontline operations. The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire pay rates for the position across all US locations. Within the range posted, actual compensation will be determined depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge & skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, market compensation data, and internal equity. Expected compensation ranges for this role may change over time. The salary range for this position is $110,000-130,000 It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.Please note that we may use AI-based tools to support parts of our hiring process. 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