## Description
Agilent is the premier laboratory partner for a better world. We provide life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the insights they seek – so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com.
We are currently looking for a project manager, reporting to the Senior Director of Agilent’s Diagnostics & Genomics (DG) Go-to-Market Operations. As part of the team, you will manage projects aiming at improving DG sales effectiveness and Agilent customer experience. Our goal is to establish effective sales processes, sales technology, sales training and sales compensation plans.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Leads project planning, resourcing, progress reporting, issue resolution and delivery of results
* Interprets requirements, identifies project scope, plans and directs schedules, monitors project budgets, assigns tasks and tracks performance and milestone achievement
* Run projects independently from initiation through completion, receiving guidance & support from subject-matter experts in the team or in similar functions in other parts of the organization
* Recommend schedule, cost & resources or scope changes
* Proactively keep management informed of progress, key issues and changes which may impact the business
* Develop communication material for various stakeholders, e.g. corporate management.
* Interact regularly with team members and peers in the organization to stay up-to-date on ongoing sales operations project
* May include leading third party resources
* At the same time, you will gain and apply knowledge about Agilent's industry, infrastructure and organization.
## Qualifications
We are looking for someone that welcomes challenges, with a 'can do' attitude and a fun and positive spirit. The ideal candidate will have the following:
Work experience
* 4+ year experience in project management, ideally across multiple functions/ departments
* Track record of implementation results, delivering projects in a timely manner.
* Experience in working in an international organization.
* Ideally previous experience with company merger field activities
Personal competencies:
The role requires a person able to communicate ideas effectively with the ability to work under pressure, being self-motivated, diplomatic, uses sound judgment and the will to succeed.
The candidate should possess the following critical skills to be successful in the role:
* Autonomous, results-oriented and strong persistence to reach goals.
* Solid interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work across a matrixed and global organization. Ability to collaborate equally effectively throughout all hierarchical levels. A recognized team player.
* Ability to deal with high pressure, visibility and workload. Strong time management skills
* Ability to translate objectives in clear action plans. Very organized, with strong attention to details whilst being able to focus on critical priorities
* Strong business, analytical, statistical and data-driven mind-set.
* Customer- and business-focus and understanding.
* Outstanding problem solving abilities, paired with creativity (think out of the box).
* Innate intellectual curiosity and proactive nature.
* Ability to adapt to changes within a busy environment. Ability to understand and adapt to culturally diverse work environment
* Data automation skills with ability to translate business needs into data and algorithms
* Knowledge of data management programs (e.g. Access)
* Macro level knowledge of Excel (i.e. VBA)
* Experienced in working with data warehouse and cubes
* Strong in using Excel and Power Point as communication tool
* Excellent communication skills in English
The following would be pluses
* Familiar with Agilent sales tools and processes: CRM, quoting tools, ACS...
* University education in Biology preferable.
* Familiar with 6-Sigma/Lean concepts
* PMP certification or equivalent a plus
This position is not necessarily based in Spain but preferably requires the employee to be based in an Agilent Office and close to a hub-airport.
We are specifically seeking talents who can drive results leveraging their skills & knowledge in a highly challenging and visible role. For successful candidates, there will be sufficient opportunities for further career growth within Agilent.
Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We value diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases.
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*Date Posted:* 06/Jan/17
*Requisition:* 2069917
*Job Title:* Project Manager, Diagnostics & Genomics & Genomics Go-To-Market Operations
*Company:* Agilent
*Business:* Diagnostics and Genomics Group
*Job Category:* Administration
*Job Sub-Category:* Business Process
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*Shift:* Day Job
*Job Type:* Experienced
*Schedule:* Full-time
*Travel Required:* Yes, 10% of the Time
*Duration (Temp Positions Only):* Not applicable