Galderma · 5 hours ago
Associate Director, US HR Project & Planning Lead
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$180K/yr - $210K/yr
10+ years expGalderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. The Associate Director, HR Projects & Planning is a strategic leader responsible for delivering complex HR initiatives that support Galderma’s U.S. business and global R&D organization.
Pharmaceuticals
Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end delivery of strategic HR initiatives, including:
Organizational design and restructuring across U.S. and R&D functions
Workforce planning, headcount optimization, and operating model evolution
Talent, capability, and leadership initiatives supporting scientific and commercial growth
R&D transformation initiatives, including scaling, governance, and capability build
M&A-related people integration and complex change programs
Ensure initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business and R&D priorities
Translate HR strategy into executable roadmaps with clear milestones, ownership, and outcomes
Establish and maintain robust PMO governance frameworks across U.S. and R&D HR portfolios
Own portfolio management, risk management, escalation, and prioritization processes
Develop standardized methodologies, templates, and reporting
Provide clear, data-driven updates to HR leadership and executive stakeholders, including progress, risks, and value realization
Partner with U.S. and R&D HR Business Partners to assess organizational needs and prioritize initiatives
Serve as the connective tissue between HRBPs and HR COEs (Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Total Rewards, People Analytics)
Collaborate closely with IT, Finance, Legal, and Operations to deliver integrated solutions
Facilitate cross-functional working sessions to drive clarity, alignment, and execution
Lead and embed change management strategies across U.S. and R&D HR initiatives
Ensure change impacts are assessed, communicated, and managed effectively
Drive sustainable adoption of new structures, processes, and ways of working
Continuously evolve PMO practices to reflect best-in-class methodologies, tools, and delivery models
Identify inefficiencies across U.S. and R&D HR operations and implement scalable solutions
Leverage HR data, metrics, and employee feedback to inform prioritization and measure impact
Champion a results-based management culture focused on value creation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources Management, or other related field highly desired
10+ years of experience leading global, enterprise-scale projects or programs, ideally within: HR PMO environments, Organizational or R&D transformation, M&A employee integration, Complex, matrixed organizations
Deep expertise in program governance, portfolio management, and project management methodologies
Strong understanding of HR processes and operating models, ideally including R&D or scientific organizations
Exceptional stakeholder management and executive presence
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Experience with Workday, ServiceNow, and Microsoft Office
Strong proficiency with project management and reporting tools
Preferred
PMP certification (preferred, not required)
Experience working within HR Business Partner and COE models
Exposure to fast-paced, growth-oriented, or transformation-driven environments
Benefits
Health insurance
401(k) plan with employer match
A generous paid time off policy
Hybrid work schedules
Annual bonus opportunities
Career advancement and cross-training
Company
Galderma
Galderma is the leading company solely dedicated to skin and advancing the future of dermatology.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tom Christenson
Chief Financial Officer
Wendy Johnson
Vice President Strategic Partnerships and Professional Relations
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