C&Q Validation Manager / Senior Manager - Project Farma

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs.  With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services. Job Title C&Q Validation Manager / Senior Manager - Project Farma Location(s) Customer Site - NC, Greenville, NC, Huntsville, AL, Raleigh, NC Job Description Project Farma ’s purpose is to   improve patient lives by accelerating   the delivery of life-changing   therapies .   We   accomplish   this   through the   successful execution of high-quality life sciences projects across the full project lifecycle. Project Farma (PF) team   members   collaborate   with cross-functional teams to build trusted client relationships, deliver   an exceptional   customer experience, and   contribute   to business growth by   identifying   opportunities and applying data-driven insights to support project planning, cost, schedule, and performance management.    The successful candidate will reside within 50 miles of Raleigh, NC - Greenville, NC - or Huntsville, AL and be willing to travel domestically to meet client project requests. This role contributes to  organizational success by supporting financial performance, operational efficiency, and continuous improvemen t, while also investing in people through mentorship, knowledge sharing, and professional development.   All team members are expected to embody Project Farma’s values by being   curious ,   personable , and   unselfish , while   maintaining   a strong commitment to a   Patient Focused and People First mindset .   The   Validation -   Manager/Senior Manager   is responsible for   leading teams and overseeing the execution of work aligned to project, client, and business   objectives . This role balances   people   leadership with operational accountability, including coaching, performance management, resource planning, and ensuring high-quality delivery within defined scope, timelines, and budget. At more senior levels, this role provides experienced leadership and operational oversight across multiple projects or functional areas, with accountability for team performance, talent development, and consistent execution of business priorities, while partnering with senior leaders to drive continuous improvement, scalability, and organizational effectiveness.   Key Responsibilities   Site Strategy   Develop and own the site strategy to position the firm as a leader in CQV services   Create a strategic roadmap to drive site growth and align with firm objectives   Proactively   identify   client needs   to foster site expansion   Build and   maintain   strong relationships with key stakeholders (e.g., client executives, decision-makers) to secure long-term partnerships   Business Growth & Development   Drive site-level business expansion and development with a strategic focus to expand services and opportunities   Work with Project Leads to   maintain   dashboards and pursue expansion opportunities   Own project extensions, proposal generation, and provide critical input into site RFPs   Actively   participate   in industry events to build a local network and collaborate with the Market Director to expand client portfolios and secure high-value contracts   Monitor and achieve operational KPIs and targets   Analyze   project performance metrics to ensure operational health and   identify   strategic opportunities for scaling.   Lead, oversee, and execute client project initiatives allowing for the identification of new and added services for the mutual benefit of the client and organization   Support, review, and analyze Business Development, Project Delivery and Team Member activities     Support in the development, implementation, and execution of strategic plans to meet the Project Farma business development and growth targets     Collaborate   across   Project Farma practice teams to develop solutions for joint business opportunities that meet business and client objectives   Monitor and manage budgets and planning needs to meet the necessary project requirements      Support the maintenance of new and existing client accounts, focusing on project delivery and actively seeking account growth    Work with client s’   business/technical leadership to   facilitate   workflow development, project scope development and risk assessment, issue resolution and work forecasting and planning   Provide direction and innovation in service and/or process improvement, cost   reduction   and recommendations for business process optimization   Remain current with the latest trends in the biomanufacturing industry and implement strategies that   leverage   changes in the marketplace into new business opportunities   Attend and represent Project Farma at ISPE or other networking events   Leadership &   Talent Development   Oversee the career development and performance of the entire site team   Coach, mentor, and develop team   leads   to prepare them for leadership roles   Mentor, train, and coach team members in client engagement, relationship management, and leadership    D evelop and   maintain   succession plans for team or project leads   Partner with Market Directors to share best practices across sites Lead a high-performing team, fostering accountability, excellence, and collaboration, while setting performance goals and enhancing retention   Manage teams at various client sites/locations to ensure consistency of technical services, compliant with client and Project Farma processes and standards   Collaboratively   iden