Program Manager

SPT Labtech is seeking a dynamic Program Manager to spearhead our firefly® product line, driving cutting-edge projects that transform scientific research. Overseeing the delivery of cutting edge lab automation products, including associated consumables. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing multifaceted projects, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of innovative solutions that meet customer needs and regulatory requirements. 

About us: 

Based in Melbourn, near Cambridge, UK, SPT Labtech makes products that transform the way scientists work. For nearly two decades, our expert scientists, engineers and business innovators have provided scientists with world-leading, innovative solutions for liquid handling, sample preparation, and sample management that help accelerate research and make a real difference to human health. We work collaboratively with our customers, building trusted relationships that enable us to deliver exceptional, personalised experiences designed for real-world challenges in the lab. 

Want to be part of a team that’s making a difference to human health? 

Your key responsibilities will include: 

• Ensure program success, delivering new products on time, within budget, and meeting quality and performance standards. 

• Lead cross-functional teams to bring innovative lab automation products and consumables to market quickly. 

• Collaborate with the PMO to develop and maintain project plans, including scope, timelines, milestones, and deliverables. 

• Coordinate with resource managers to allocate resources effectively and provide necessary tools, training, and support for team members. 

• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and resolve issues promptly. 

• Facilitate communication across all business functions and teams, including R&D, product management, marketing, sales, manufacturing engineering, and customer support. 

• Work closely with R&D teams to ensure technical feasibility and alignment with product specifications and comply with relevant regulatory standards and quality requirements 

• Implement and maintain rigorous quality control processes to ensure product reliability and performance. Address any quality issues promptly and implement corrective actions as needed. 

• Solve complex problems and lead strategic program execution from concept to production. 

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation and provide regular updates to senior management and stakeholders. 

• Protect intellectual property by ensuring proper security of project documentation 

 Skills & Attributes 

You will be: 

• A strong leader with the ability to motivate and energise cross-functional teams. 

• An excellent communicator, ensuring clarity and effectiveness across business functions. 

• Strategic and forward-thinking, able to solve complex and ambiguous problems. 

• Collaborative, working closely with product and business leadership to drive program direction. 

• Detail-oriented and organized, capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines. 

• Customer-focused, able to solicit and incorporate feedback to meet quality and customer expectations. 

Your experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree within an appropriate Engineering discipline. 

• 5+ years of cross-functional project and/or technical leadership experience. 

• 10+ years of experience in program or project management within a product development, technical industry, manufacturing, and/or research environment 

• Demonstrated execution at meeting project goals while satisfying quality, performance, schedule, and budget requirements. 

• Strong understanding of product development processes, including hardware, software, and consumables 

• Excellent organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously 

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders  

Our commitment to you: 

You will be collaborating with talented professionals in a motivated and driven team. 

We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive, valued benefits, including private medical insurance, a generous pension plan, and an annual discretionary bonus. 

We embrace diversity and inclusivity, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, or family status. We prioritise supporting our employees' diverse needs as we strive for excellence together. 

If the above resonates with you, apply with an up-to-date CV and be a part of our journey to reshape the future of science.