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Project Manager

Genus PLC

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Demonstratable experience of managing business projects and not IT or digital projects
  • Progressive experience in project management
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive outcomes in ambiguous environments
  • Experience in a commercial organization or supply chain function

Responsibilities

  • Lead, plan, monitor, and execute cross-functional internal projects from initiation through completion
  • Serve as a project expert across ABS, providing guidance and best practices
  • Build, refine, and implement project management toolkits, standards, and methodologies
  • Monitor project performance, manage risks, and recommend adjustments

Key facts

Hard skills

Project Management Change Management Risk Management Performance Analytics Process Improvement Project Collaboration

Other skills

  • Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Mentorship

About the company

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Genus PLC

Biotechnology

Genus is a world-leading animal genetics company. At the forefront of innovation in gene-editing, advanced reproductive biology, and other breakthrough breeding technologies, Genus R&D advances an agricultural practice thousands of years old – animal breeding. Our goal is to ensure the global food system continues to nurture healthy, productive animals that yield affordable, high-quality proteins for a sustainable future. We believe a more sustainable food system starts with better breeding and genetics. Through ABS Global (bovine) and PIC (porcine), we supply high-quality breeding animals with desirable characteristics to farmers, enabling them to produce better quality meat and milk more efficiently to feed the world more sustainably. Our breeding animals’ desirable characteristics include feed efficiency, disease resistance, growth rate, protein and fat content, and fertility. ABS Global is the world-leading provider of bovine genetics, reproduction services, technologies, and udder care products. Marketing in more than 70 countries around the globe, ABS has been at the forefront of animal genetics and technology since its founding in 1941. In bovine genetics, ABS serves more than 40,000 customers globally, including some of the world’s leading beef and dairy producers. PIC, which stands for ‘Pig Improvement Company,’ was founded in 1962 in Oxfordshire, England. PIC strives to make their customers the most successful pig producers in the world and their “Never Stop Improving” philosophy means a continuous effort to listen carefully to customers and drive innovation to create ever-increasing value for pig and pork producers.

Company details

IndustryBiotechnology
Company size1001 - 5000

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Job description

Role Overview:

We are looking for an experienced non-IT Project Manager to lead high-impact business initiatives that support our ambitious growth strategy and strengthen our position in key global markets.

 

This is an opportunity to work at the centre of business transformation, partnering with leaders across Commercial, Supply Chain, Product Development, and Continuous Improvement functions. You'll deliver strategic projects that improve performance, enhance customer value, and enable organisational change.

 

As part of a growing Project Management Centre of Excellence (CoE), you will help establish project management best practices, develop scalable frameworks and tools, and build organisational capability. From commercial excellence programmes and CRM optimisation to process improvements and new ways of working, you will play a key role in delivering initiatives that directly support ABS's strategic objectives.

 

This role is ideal for a commercially minded project professional who thrives in complex environments, enjoys influencing stakeholders, and is passionate about turning strategy into measurable business results.

 
The salary range for this position is $110,000 – $130,000 USD
 
The salary provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Genus considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
You Will:
  • Lead, plan, monitor, and execute cross-functional internal projects from initiation through completion.
  • Serve as a project expert across ABS, providing guidance and best practices to teams with varying PM maturity.
  • Build, refine, and implement project management toolkits, standards, and methodologies for the PM CoE.
  • Lead projects involving transformational work across commercial operations, supply chain, and continuous improvement.
  • Monitor project performance, manage risks, and recommend schedule, resource, and cost adjustments.
  • Report progress, resolve issues, and build strong working relationships across global teams.
  • Manage up to five concurrent projects at a time.
  • Explain difficult or sensitive information and create alignment among diverse stakeholders.
  • Act as a resource and mentor to colleagues with less project experience.
  • Champion and support change management efforts across the business.
Requirements:
  • Demonstratable experience of managing business projects and not IT or digital projects
  • Progressive experience in project management (formal PM background not required).
  • Demonstrated consistent usage of tools to drive the conversation and adoption of best practice and PM tooling including the adoption of augmented tools
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives across commercial, supply chain, or related areas.
  • Experience influencing stakeholders—especially in situations where initial alignment was low.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive outcomes in ambiguous environments.
  • Strong communication, organization, and relationship‑building skills.
  • Authorized to work in the country of residence without sponsorship (as applicable).
  • Experience leading transformational or organizational change initiatives.
  • Experience in a commercial organization or supply chain function.
  • Prior exposure to continuous improvement, value delivery frameworks, or PMO/CoE environments.
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Business Overview:

ABS - is the world-leading provider of bovine genetics, reproductive services, technologies and udder care products. Marketed in more than 70 countries, ABS has been at the forefront of animal genetics and technology since its founding in 1941.  We are uniquely positioned as a global player with a dedicated R&D function and an international distribution network. 

 

We breed and distribute the genes of the world’s best bulls, scientifically selecting livestock to increase the profitability of our customers who are some of the world’s biggest farmers and food producers. 

 

IntelliGen Technologies is the technology within ABS that develops sexed bovine genetics that helps customers maximize their profitability and reach their end goals in a fast and efficient manner. 

We were born to challenge standards. Since the beginning, innovation has been part of our DNA. From co-development of the first semen tank, to the recent ground-breaking launch of our innovative Sexcel® sexed genetics product, we have made our mark in the bovine genetics industry. 

 

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange. Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing.  We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future. 

 

Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world.

 

Our Values

  • Collaborate as One Team
  • Create Value for Customers
  • Innovate with Purpose
  • Never stop improving

DEI

 

Genus is a place where you can be yourself and be part of a growing global team. We have a culture of respect, openness and fairness for all. Whatever your background, your role or your area of work, you will have the chance to thrive in an environment that inspires, challenges and supports you to succeed.

 

Tackling climate change: 

 

  • Monitor and identify goals for the reduction of our GHG emissions from our own operations.
  • Drive porcine and bovine genetic improvements which support productivity gains and improve feed efficiency, enabling a reduction in the production of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions per unit of milk or meat produced
  • Identify facility and other opportunities for reductions in GHG emissions, consistent with our goals
  • Partner and advocate for policies that advance positive climate goals and identified United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). 
Benefits Overview:

UK Benefits

  • Performance related bonus
  • 25 days holidays + Bank Holidays
  • Pension
  • Health Cash back scheme
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee share plan
  • Flexible Working Policy (Where appropriate/practicable) 
  • Enhanced maternity leave 12 weeks at full pay followed by 4 weeks at 50% followed by SMP
  • Comprehensive L&D program including career development programs, access to Genus University and Mango (languages)

US Benefits- At Genus, on top of a competitive salary. we also offer health, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, long and short-term disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays and ETO (earned time off).

 

This position will provide opportunities for growth

Equal Employment Opportunities:

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computers, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.

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