Senior Business Program Manager

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is an independent scientific organization collaborating with global health and science experts to develop rigorous quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. USP values inclusive scientific collaboration and equitable access to professional development, fostering a culture that strengthens public health outcomes through diverse expertise and leadership.

About the role

The Senior Business Program Manager leads complex, cross-functional programs delivering strategic business outcomes. This role manages multiple interrelated initiatives, aligns stakeholders, drives execution, and ensures successful realization of business benefits. The ideal candidate excels in leadership, communication, and stakeholder management, with experience influencing executive-level decision-making in complex organizational environments.

At USP, you will contribute to advancing scientific rigor and public health standards, increasing global access to high-quality medicines through public standards and related programs. The role emphasizes scientific integrity, regulatory excellence, and evidence-based decision-making, while supporting workforce development and inclusive team practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-wide programs consisting of multiple projects, workstreams, and business stakeholders.
• Develop and manage integrated program plans, roadmaps, dependencies, risks, and milestone schedules.
• Partner with executive sponsors and business leaders to define objectives, priorities, and success criteria.
• Drive governance processes, executive reporting, and decision-making forums.
• Facilitate communication and alignment across business, technology, operational, and external partners.
• Identify and proactively manage program risks, issues, dependencies, and change impacts.
• Track program performance, budget, resource utilization, and benefit realization.
• Develop business cases, strategic recommendations, and executive-level presentations.
• Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across program teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Project Management, Organizational Leadership, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience leading large-scale, complex business or technology programs.
• Proven success managing cross-functional initiatives involving multiple stakeholder groups.
• Strong executive presence with excellent presentation, facilitation, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Experience managing budgets, risks, dependencies, and governance processes.
• Demonstrated ability to influence outcomes and drive alignment in matrixed organizations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (MBA or related discipline).
• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent program/project management certification.
• Experience leading enterprise transformation, digital modernization, or business process improvement initiatives.
• Experience working within a PMO, portfolio management, or governance environment.

This is an individual contributor role with no supervisory responsibilities.

Benefits

USP provides comprehensive benefits to protect personal and financial well-being, including:

• Company-paid time off.
• Comprehensive healthcare options.
• Retirement savings plans.

Pay

Base Salary Range: USD $100,042.00 – $142,560.00 annually.

Target Annual Bonus: Varies based on role level. Individual compensation packages consider factors such as skill set, experience, qualifications, and equity.

Schedule

Full-Time