Sr. Director, Industrial Culture & Project Management Office

This role will be split between our new, state of the art facility located in Burlington, MA and our current location in Cambridge, MA.

Vericel Corporation, a leader in advanced therapies for the sports medicine and severe burn care markets, has an exciting opportunity for a top performing Operational professional looking to join and contribute to a commercial stage company with an established portfolio of unique advanced cell therapies and specialty biologics. Reporting directly to Senior Vice President, Operations at Vericel, this is a great opportunity to join a high growth company with a strong balance sheet supported by a talented team of professionals who are committed to improving the lives of the patients we serve.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Head of IC & PMO is responsible for developing and implementing a holistic Lean Industrial Culture & Project Management Office. This role will oversee all Industrial Performance-related programs at Cambridge & Burlington facilities. You will be expected to challenge the status quo, support, develop and push the team to achieve their highest level of performance. As the Head of Project Management, work with cross-functional stakeholders to develop, manage, and execute strategy and a plan that aligns with overall company strategy and goals.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, establish, execute and oversee a Lean Transformation program that results in improved safety culture, increased efficiency, reducing quality events and costs.
  • Focus on all Lean elements (i.e. daily huddles, +QDCI; Gemba problem solving).
  • Oversight of all programs/projects/process related to improving Operations; organizational design; safety, quality and cost.
  • Provide program design expertise and guidance to ensure programs are properly constructed and include all applicable projects and work streams.
• Learn details of how the organization is currently run in order to understand capabilities and gaps to drive efforts to continually improve performance across the site. Partner with leaders and staff to train on the specifics and goals of program to empower staff to take over and own.
• Establish and lead a Project Management governance system for Operations, including standardized approaches to program management, monthly dashboards ,lessons learned, etc..
• Plan and lead annual Strategy/Goals development and deployment for Operations.

Staff Management:

• Select, develop, and motivate staff to effectively carry out department functions and provide for the continuity of managerial and specialized skills.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and direction to staff consistent with cGMP, company corporate governance.
• Coach and mentor staff in all aspect of their job performance and career development including training, feedback, rewards and disciplinary action.
• Develop work plans and appropriate project plans, assign tasks, and supervise team(s).
• Ensure staff has appropriate knowledge of department processes and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in business management, science or a related field or equivalent years.
• A minimum of 15 years prior operational management experience with at least 10 years of line management of Managers and Directors.
• Proven prior industry experience leading cultural, operational and compliance transformations with quantifiable results required.
• Lean Six Sigma certification required.
• Excellent Project management skills
• Ability to lead, engage, and influence employees at all organizational levels.

EEO StatementAll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status and will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Vericel Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Vericel Corporation is VEVRAA federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans for job openings at all locations within the state.