Pilot Plant Program Manager
Umami Meats
Operations
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Posted on Jan 19, 2025
At Umami Bioworks, we are pioneering cultivated, 'not caught' seafood by developing the production system for delicious, nutritious, and affordable cultivated fish, starting with IUCN Red Listed species that are difficult to farm and being driven extinct by human consumption. We are partnering with food producers to scale our cultivated seafood production system to provide people around the world with a stable, resilient, local supply of seafood free from mercury, antibiotics, microplastics, and ocean pollutants.
We’re on a mission to empower humanity to eat sustainably without sacrifice. We believe the only way to change how the majority of the world eats meat and seafood is to create real seafood - the most delicious, healthiest seafood available - without the environmental and animal welfare consequences of our current practices.
We’re a venture-backed biotech startup located in Singapore where some of the world’s smartest, most passionate people are pioneering a sustainable food future that is attractive and accessible to people around the world. We are united by our collective drive to ask tough questions, take on challenging problems, and apply cutting-edge science and engineering to create a better future for humanity. At Umami Bioworks, you will be encouraged to dream big and will have the freedom to create, invent, and do the best, most impactful work of your career.
Umami Bioworks is looking to hire an inquisitive, innovative, and independent Program Manager to join our MSAT team in India.
About The Role
We are looking for an experienced and technically skilled Program Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of our pilot plant operations. This hybrid role requires a strong project management background, technical expertise, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver project milestones on schedule and on budget. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in client-facing roles, troubleshooting, and managing multidisciplinary projects.
Key Responsibilities
Education:
Travel: Willingness to travel up to 20% as required.
Key Competencies
At Umami Bioworks, you’ll be part of an innovative team driving sustainability in the food industry. Your contributions will directly impact the success of our pilot plant and cultivated seafood technology, shaping the future of food.
We’re on a mission to empower humanity to eat sustainably without sacrifice. We believe the only way to change how the majority of the world eats meat and seafood is to create real seafood - the most delicious, healthiest seafood available - without the environmental and animal welfare consequences of our current practices.
We’re a venture-backed biotech startup located in Singapore where some of the world’s smartest, most passionate people are pioneering a sustainable food future that is attractive and accessible to people around the world. We are united by our collective drive to ask tough questions, take on challenging problems, and apply cutting-edge science and engineering to create a better future for humanity. At Umami Bioworks, you will be encouraged to dream big and will have the freedom to create, invent, and do the best, most impactful work of your career.
Umami Bioworks is looking to hire an inquisitive, innovative, and independent Program Manager to join our MSAT team in India.
About The Role
We are looking for an experienced and technically skilled Program Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of our pilot plant operations. This hybrid role requires a strong project management background, technical expertise, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver project milestones on schedule and on budget. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in client-facing roles, troubleshooting, and managing multidisciplinary projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Operational Pilot Plant Setup: Coordinate internal teams and external partner to establish a fully operational pilot plant in line with project objectives.
- Project Planning and Coordination: Lead project planning efforts, ensuring effective communication and collaboration between technical and operations teams for seamless pilot plant setup and technology transfer.
- Logistics and Compliance: Organize logistics and liaise with partners, regulators, and other stakeholders to ensure project timelines are met and risks are managed effectively.
- Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for external clients and partners, addressing project-related queries and troubleshooting technical or operational challenges.
- Risk and Timeline Management: Monitor project risks, propose mitigation strategies, and ensure project milestones are delivered on time and within budget.
Education:
- Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Biology, or a related field with at least 3 years of experience in project management.
- OR Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, Biology, or a related field with at least 5 years of experience in project management.
- Strong technical background in biotechnology or related industries, with experience coordinating technical and operational teams.
- 3+ years of experience in a project management role, preferably with external client-facing responsibilities.
- Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and deliver objectives on time.
Travel: Willingness to travel up to 20% as required.
Key Competencies
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in technical environments.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Ability to proactively monitor project progress, resolve issues, and initiate corrective actions.
- Adept at mitigating risks and keeping projects on track.
At Umami Bioworks, you’ll be part of an innovative team driving sustainability in the food industry. Your contributions will directly impact the success of our pilot plant and cultivated seafood technology, shaping the future of food.