Program Manager

Use Your Power for PurposeWhether you are involved in the design and development of manufacturing processes for products or supporting critical site infrastructure, your role is crucial in ensuring that customers and patients receive the medicines they need, precisely when they need them. By collaborating with our forward-thinking engineering team, you will contribute to accelerating the delivery of medicines to the world. Your innovative ideas and proactive actions will help us push the boundaries of what’s possible, ensuring that we meet the needs of those who rely on our products.What You Will AchieveThe Program manager role will manage the complete lifecycle of assigned capital projects at the Pfizer Rocky Mount, NC site. This will include preparing project scopes, budgets and schedules, specification, purchase, installation and qualification of production, facility and automation equipment and systems. Provide technical support to manufacturing operations and other business units as required. Act as an equipment/systems subject matter expert. Your role will oversee and manage the operational aspects of ongoing engineering projects and serve as liaison between engineering and operations. In your role, you will review the status of projects and budgets; manage schedules and prepare status reports. You and your team will assess project issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality and client-satisfaction goals and objectives.As a program manager for filling, formulation, preparation, packaging and operational areas, your breadth of knowledge will help us improve our products and processes. As a subject matter expert, you will be responsible for site master planning for your assigned area. Your risk-taking ability will help us advance new concepts and methodologies. You will provide technical guidance and oversight to team members and assist in problem solving. Understanding and expertise of equipment and processes such as CIP, SIP, VHP, weigh and dispense processes,  isolators, solution tanks, washers, autoclaves, VHP sanitization chambers, depyrogenation tunnels, fillers, stopper processors, cappers, pharma packaging equipment, serialization equipment, automated visual inspection (AVI) systems, integrity testing equipment, robotics, and automation will ensure capital projects meet the site’s long range volume commitments and goals for growth. It is your hard work and focus that will make Pfizer ready to achieve new milestones and help patients across the globe.In this role, you will:Lead complex projects, effectively managing time and resourcesApply skills and knowledge to contribute to departmental work and resolve problems independentlyMake decisions in non-standard situations, guided by policies, and operate independently in ambiguous situationsWork independently on assignments, seek guidance on complex problems, and review your own and others' workManage operational aspects of engineering projects, liaising between project engineers, planning teams, and line managementReview project status, budgets, schedules, and prepare comprehensive status reports to meet productivity and quality goalsGuide operational teams, identify areas for improvement, and advance new methodologies for project managementEnsure projects are completed within scope, budget, and schedule, and assist with Capital Project Appropriation requestsMaintain technical skills, lead high-impact capital projects, and ensure compliance with Pfizer standards and industry best practices.Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 4 years of experience; OR a master's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR a PhD with 0+ years of experience; OR as associate's degree with 8 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 10 years ofrelevant experience.Proficiency in user-level computer knowledge for completing documentation and tools such as AutoCAD, Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and Project management toolsSolid understanding of Current Good Manufacturing Practices and facility/equipment validation requirementsTechnical expertise in pharmaceutical processing equipment such as pharma packaging, inspection, aseptic filling, formulation, clean utilities, high purity piping, sterilizers, and clean room designKnowledge of regulations applicable to the pharmaceutical industry for example FDA, EMA, and EPA.Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)Technical degree in engineering or equivalentProven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyExperience with Life Cycle Asset ManagementPMP (project management professional) or similar project management certification.Experience with project cost control management and forecasting.6 Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certifiedBackground in manufacturing, automation, and utility support systemsCMRP (certified maintenance and reliability professional) or CEM (certified energy manager)Physical/Mental requirementsExcellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to deliver presentationsStrong project and process management skillsDemonstrated commitment to values-based leadershipStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.Good people management, direct or indirect management, skills.Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively under pressureStrong interpersonal & communications skills and the ability to build relationships across the organizationStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsNon-Standard work schedule, travel or environment requirements1st shift, Monday to Friday work scheduled, office hours.Other job detailsLast day to apply:  November 6th, 2025Work Location Assignment: On PremiseRelocation support: NoThe annual base salary for this position ranges from $112 700,00 to $187 800,00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 15,0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.Sunshine ActPfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations.  These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider’s name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure.  Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act.  Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government.  If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.EEO & Employment EligibilityPfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status.  Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA.  Pfizer is an E-Verify employer.  This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States. 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Created: 2025-11-11