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Collabera lists this Meeting & Events Manager-Pharmaceutical opportunity in lake forest, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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Base pay range
$60.00/hr - $80.00/hr
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We are seeking a Program Manager to lead the planning, execution, and implementation of this strategic initiative. The ideal candidate will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage stakeholders, oversee budgets, and drive change management to ensure the successful rollout of a standardized, cost-effective meetings and events framework.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the M&E CoE project across multiple OUS affiliates.
Serve as the primary liaison for internal and external stakeholders.
Coordinate with Procurement, BSG, and affiliate teams to align objectives.
Identify and mitigate project risks to maintain timelines and quality.
Manage project budget with a focus on cost-efficiency.
Provide regular updates to senior leadership on progress and challenges.
Facilitate change management and training programs to support smooth transitions.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, or related field.
5-7 years of program/project management experience, preferably in pharmaceutical or healthcare sectors.
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Experience with project management software (Smartsheet preferred).
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and adapt to changing priorities.
Meeting/event planning experience and knowledge of organizational change preferred.
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Job function
Engineering, Science, and Project Management
Industries
Medical Equipment Manufacturing, Biotechnology Research, and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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Worksite address
lake forest, IL, 60045, US
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