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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead and motivate project teams by fostering a collaborative and productive work environment, ensuring they have the resources needed to complete tasks efficiently and to a high standard.
• Coordinate internal and third-party resources to ensure successful project execution, including managing timelines, budgets, and scope, and facilitate project delivery accordingly.
• Develop and implement detailed project plans to track progress, and measure performance using appropriate systems and techniques; ensure internal communications reflect project statuses and new implementations.
• Implement a change control process to evaluate and approve scope changes, ensuring that they are documented and communicated to all stakeholders.
• Ensure clear and consistent communication of project updates, scope changes, and risk factors, escalating issues to management as necessary.
• Regularly monitor and report on the progress of all active projects and provide management with updates on key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure issues are addressed promptly.
• Manage resource allocation, ensuring that project teams are adequately staffed, and that resource availability aligns with project requirements.
• Work closely with cross-functional leadership on the planning, oversight, and execution of new development projects to ensure the smooth launch of new products, ensuring they integrate effectively.
• Work with the Quality Manager to support ISO procedures, including the development, documentation, and execution of quality standards.
• Manage project budgets, focusing on cost reduction and maintaining expenses by ensuring the efficient use of resources and identifying opportunities for cost-saving measures.
• Lead the closure of projects by ensuring all deliverables are completed, conducting post-project evaluations, and documenting lessons learned; ensure that all project documentation is finalized and stored appropriately for future reference or maintenance.
• Provide feedback to management, offering recommendations to improve the effectiveness of operational groups.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or 2+ years of experience in project management and/or leadership roles.
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Leads by example, fostering a culture of trust and collaboration.
• Inspires teamwork and drives performance through focus, accountability, and support.
• Analyzes situations to develop creative and effective solutions, including navigating complex topics with tact and diplomacy.
• Demonstrates dependability by following through on commitments, managing competing demands, and completing tasks on time.
• Adjusts to changing environments and priorities.
• Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail, striving for effective time management and continuous improvement in all deliverables.
• Experience with project management software to plan, track, and manage project timelines, tasks, and resources.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word for data analysis, reporting, and document management.

WHO IS NEOGEN:

Neogen is home to the largest genomic operation in the world! Our worldwide genomics operations deliver innovative, affordable DNA testing for the discovery and commercial application of genomic advances that enhance the safety and abundance of life. Our genomics tools are used by farmers and ranchers, and veterinary practitioners, to provide the best animal care possible, as well as enhance breeding programs.

Neogen’s culture combines stability with a deep belief in providing professional and personal growth. Our Pillars of Trust — the principles that guide our everyday decision-making, include Openness, Honesty, Credibility, Respect, and Service. It’s our belief in these characteristics that provides a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees.