Portfolio / Program Manager - Operational Readiness (new Facility Introduction)

GSK

Marietta, US
Not specified (assumed hybrid/onsite based on facility introduction context).
Integrated operational readiness plan
Cross-functional workstream coordination
Risk, issue, and dependency management
GSK is seeking a Portfolio/Program Manager for Operational Readiness at a new facility in Marietta, US, focusing on ensuring the site is prepared for handover and operational excellence. The role involves managing integrated schedules, driving cross-functional coordination, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards

Job Summary

  • The Portfolio & Program Manager – Operational Readiness is accountable for end-to-end operational readiness planning and execution for a new facility introduction.
  • This role integrates cross-functional workstreams into a single executable readiness plan, drives schedule acceleration opportunities, ensures governance discipline, and enables “operational excellence from day one” through GPS and digital foundations.
  • The role operates in parallel with construction/commissioning activities to ensure the site is ready to accept handover and achieve successful PPQ / facility approval readiness through robust SOPs, training, tech transfer alignment, incoming materials readiness, procurement execution, and risk controls.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

GSK is seeking a Portfolio/Program Manager for Operational Readiness at a new facility in Marietta, US, focusing on ensuring the site is prepared for handover and operational excellence. The role involves managing integrated schedules, driving cross-functional coordination, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Integrated Operational Readiness Plan
  • Cross-Functional Workstream Coordination
  • Risk, Issue, and Dependency Management
  • Dashboards and Tier Governance
  • Smart Manufacturing Deployment

Nice-to-have

  • Ambitious for patients
  • Accountable for impact
  • Doing the right thing
  • Curious people who learn quickly
  • Practical problem solving

Key Requirements

  • BS/BA in Engineering, Life Sciences, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field
  • 4+ Years of experience in project, portfolio or program management
  • Program/Project credential (PMP, PgMP, or equivalent)
  • Change management certification (Prosci)
  • New facility introduction / expansion experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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