Director, Project Management Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the director, project management position.

Previously, I was responsible for key information to Project Management TA Head to update project status and impact on Disease Area (DA) portfolio.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Manage strategic planning and execution of the site project portfolio, including customer driven and proactive development programs
• Work with customers and internal stakeholders to bring new products to market
• Optimize the allocation of resources to projects and manage sequencing to create maximum value for the site and drug delivery business unit
• Proven Project Management experience as a Subject Manager Expert within the pharmaceutical industry
• Deep understanding of project management methodologies
• Resourcing / contract management
• Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, One Note
• Collaboration Tools - WebEx/Google Suite

Please consider me for the director, project management opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for routine status and project reports to project stakeholders including product management, senior management and co-workers as required.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Facilitate annual operating planning and strategic planning processes on behalf of the broader Operations organization
• Knowledge of regulations and standards of medical devices is preferred
• Experience in state-of-the-art, multi-step, high volume, process control manufacturing and process development preferred
• Manufacturing management experience in manufacturing planning, documented systems, GMP, and quality experience preferred
• In-depth knowledge of project management methodology, tools and techniques for entire project life-cycle and across all knowledge areas
• Background in Supply Chain, and global work experience is preferred
• PPM experience and/or certification preferred
• Process Excellence experience preferred

I would like to submit my application for the director, project management opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for project management expertise, consultation, training, knowledge transfer, and resource support to project teams throughout the HR organization.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI) or equivalent
• Demonstrated understanding of technology components and infrastructure requirements supporting the implementation of tightly integrated information technology solutions
• Successful track record of managing business process improvement and systems integration initiatives
• Excellent written, presentation and verbal communication skills with technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong background in project development
• Familiarity with reading and understanding civil engineering plans- grading, improvements, dry utilities and architecture
• Familiarity with legal and title issues, HOA and architectural issues associated with new home communities
• Proficient in Microsoft applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, OneNote, PowerPoint and Project

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the director, project management position.

Previously, I was responsible for inputs and facilitates resource scoping and project plan alignment in partnership with Pipeline Management, Brand Management and project team.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) accreditation
• Excellent knowledge of MS Project/ Project Server or other project management tools and techniques
• Excellent knowledge of project management financial and reporting aspects (Cost/Benefit Analysis, Net Present Value, Earned Value Management)
• Excellent knowledge of process optimization techniques (Lean and Six Sigma Certification is preferable)
• Experience with system development life cycles and quality programs
• Solid project management expertise
• Advanced oral and written communication skills (English and French)
• Experience working independently and in an environment that promotes teamwork and collaboration is essential

I am excited to be applying for the position of director, project management. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for resource management support by updating project resource allocations and milestones within the project schedule based on feedback from the Project Manager.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Provide clear recommendations for portfolio decision making through analysis of trends, patterns, interpretations and quality control on project and portfolio data in the area of portfolio analytics and insights
• Contribute to critical R&D strategic initiatives as a strategic leader with a broad understanding of the business, pipeline and external views
• Deliver insights from analytics that help answer those key business questions
• Provide operational and strategic portfolio decision making support for R&D Decision Support Leaders, Finance and the Global Commercial Strategy Organization to facilitate optimized and timely decision making
• Establish strong and enduring relationships, , build seamless exchange of information with key partners within PMO, Global Commercial Strategy Organization (GCSO) and Finance
• Analytical background with strong technical and problem solving skills is preferred
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills with senior leaders is preferred
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft word)