Program Manager

Job Description

The Program Manager is accountable for the successful leadership and delivery of complex, cross-functional projects that support the CDO offering (Commercialization, Development, and Optimization) within the CMO. This role is responsible for overseeing the planning, governing, and executing of multiple interrelated projects to achieve strategic, operational, and customer objectives while ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, organizational priorities, and capacity constraints.

This role partners closely with JHS leadership translating strategy into executable programs, proactively manage risks and dependencies, and drive predictable outcomes across technical, operational, and commercial work streams. Lead end-to-end program planning and execution for complex, multi-project initiatives across the site project portfolio.

• Develop and maintain integrated program plans, schedules, budgets, and resource forecasts across interdependent projects.
• Partner with leadership and senior stakeholders to align program objectives with business strategy, customer commitments, and operational capacity.
• Establish and maintain program governance, including decision forums, escalation paths, and status reporting.
• Identify, assess, and actively manage program-level risks, issues, assumptions, and dependencies, drive mitigation strategies and timely escalation.
• Career Development: Mentor and provide informal leadership to Project Managers and team members within assigned programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred (Project Management, Business, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field).
• PMP, or equivalent such as PgMP, required.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in project and/or program management required.
• Prior experience in a Program Manager role leading complex, cross-functional initiatives desired.
• Experience working in a regulated environment (pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, or similar) required.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with significant interdependencies required.
• Experience in a Contract Manufacturing Organization (CMO/CDMO) preferred.
• Exposure to commercial, technical transfer, development, or lifecycle programs preferred.
• Experience partnering with senior leadership and client-facing teams preferred.
• Functional expert level experience in advanced program and project management methodologies required.
• Functional expert level experience in financial and resource planning across multiple projects required.
• Functional expert level experience in risk, dependency, and issue management at program level required.
• Functional expert level experience in strong understanding of governance and decision frameworks required.
• Working knowledge of GMP and regulatory expectations required.

Location

Spokane, WA — On Site, Full-Time

Shift

Weekday Days, Monday-Friday

Compensation & Benefits

Hiring Wage: $122,800.00-$202,700.00/annually, with opportunities for growth, promotion, and annual raises. At Jubilant HollisterStier, we don’t believe in waiting periods. From the moment you join us, you and your family have access to a full suite of benefits designed to support your health, stability, and long-term success. Starting on your first day, you receive:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Hiring Process

If you require assistance applying for a position, contact: JHS-TalentAcquisition@jubl.com

About the Role

At Jubilant HollisterStier, we are proud to be part of the global Jubilant Pharma family. We are a well-established force in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries, providing a complete range of manufacturing services that support life-changing medicines around the world. We are nationally recognized for our expertise in producing sterile injectable vials and lyophilized products, and our Allergy business is a global leader in allergenic extracts that support treatments for allergies and asthma.

Benefits

Immediate impact: Your work directly supports essential medicines and allergenic therapies used worldwide.
Benefits start on day one: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Life, AD&D, and Disability benefits begin immediately because your well-being shouldn’t have a waiting period.
A career you can grow: We provide opportunities for growth, promotion, and annual raises, with midpoint compensation reserved for high performance and longevity.
A culture of improvement: We value people who thrive on continuous improvement, innovation, and hands-on contribution.
A stable industry leader: Backed by Jubilant Pharma, we pair long-term stability with forward-looking innovation.

Schedule

Weekday Days, Monday-Friday

Pay

$122,800.00-$202,700.00/annually, with opportunities for growth, promotion, and annual raises.

Company Information

Jubilant HollisterStier is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.