Project Manager

At Argenta, we’re more than a company — we’re a global team, dedicated to healthier animals. We believe that when their lives are made better, we're all the better for it. 

Founded in 2006, we support companies big and small to develop and manufacture health products for pets and livestock. Our trusted, innovative solutions and services cover every stage of the process, from molecule to market. 

We’re in a unique position. We are the world’s only combined contract research and contract development and manufacturing organization (CRO/CDMO) dedicated to animal health. 

Our uniqueness means: 

• We are ambitious, growing and building a ‘one team’ culture, guided by our values.  

• We are team players; 

• We are doers; 

• We are customer-centric; 

• We are innovators. 

We value diversity, as a global company, we get the richness of working with different people in different places whether it be location, stages of their career, their development, their role. We believe that when everyone works together and puts their best “paw” forward we will make the lives of the animals we care for, better. 

With bases in New Zealand, the US, the UK and Europe, our 900 colleagues are driven by our partnership approach and purpose: Healthy Animals. Let’s Make It Happen, Together. 

TEAM PLAYERS who want to DO great work and find INNOVATIVE ways to make animals lives better through our CUSTOMER CENTRIC efforts should apply.  

Argenta is currently looking to fill the role of Project Manager at our Shawnee, KS location.

The Project Manager is responsible for guiding complex pharmaceutical development and commercialization initiatives from early planning through sustained supply. This role serves as the coordination hub between customers and internal technical teams, ensuring programs progress efficiently, compliantly, and in alignment with business commitments.  Projects may span multiple functions, disciplines and operational groups, requiring strong leadership, customer engagement and execution discipline.

Key Accountabilities

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Lead multiple concurrent projects across product development, tech transfer, lifecycle management, and commercialization
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, budgets, and resources
• Establish clear project structures including milestones, risks, dependencies, and performance metrics
• Monitor progress and proactively mitigate risks related to scope, cost, timing, and quality
• Drive decision-making through structured facilitation and escalation when needed

Client & Stakeholder Partnership

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, building strong, trusted relationships
• Translate customer needs into actionable project plans
• Collaborate with commercial teams to support new and expanding business opportunities
• Ensure alignment between customer expectations and operational execution

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Lead multidisciplinary teams across manufacturing, quality, supply chain, MS&T, procurement, and development
• Facilitate project meetings, track deliverables, and ensure accountability
• Drive seamless transitions across development, launch, and commercial phases

Change & Compliance Management

• Manage project changes within established quality and governance frameworks
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (GxP) and internal procedures
• Maintain accurate documentation to support audits and inspections

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement improvements to project execution, tools, and processes
• Contribute to PMO best practices and operational excellence
• Mentor team members and promote strong project management discipline

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, business, supply chain, or related field
• 3 years of project management or relevant professional experience
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environments preferred
• Exposure to product development, manufacturing, or commercial supply processes strongly preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical or biotech lifecycle processes
• Ability to evaluate technical and operational impacts on project outcomes
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence without authority
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, and ERP systems

Argenta has strongly embedded company values which is key to who we are and how we deliver. We offer an opportunity to work for a successful and rapidly expanding global business where your input will be valued.  At Argenta we are a hard-working group who really enjoy the people we work with each day. That is why we support our people through strong culture, great benefits, and opportunity for growth. 

Argenta is an equal opportunity employer 

To find out more about Argenta, click here: www.argentaglobal.com