We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care. Current Associates will need to apply through the internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on Menu or View All Apps, select the Jobs Hub app, then click the magnifying glass to Browse Jobs. **Work Type: Hybrid** **This is a Hybrid role based out of our Hub locations in New York, NY.** **The Target Pay Range for this position is $149,000 - $186,000 annually. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.** Job Purpose/Overview The Director of Operations Initiatives leads and develops a high-performing team responsible for driving strategic projects and standardizing project management practices across the Lab Operations organization. This role focuses on aligning key operational initiatives with business goals, managing project governance, and ensuring the successful delivery of complex projects through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. The Director will also lead continuous improvement efforts, optimize resources, and maintain effective communication with executive leadership. Essential Duties and Responsibilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. + Lead, mentor, and develop a team of project managers and other professionals, promoting a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous growth. + Develop and execute operational plans for strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and motivating the team to achieve these goals. + Establish and oversee project management standards, governance, and methodologies, coaching team members on best practices and quality standards. + Foster strong cross-functional relationships and collaborate with project teams, functional leaders, and external partners to achieve project success. + Communicate progress, risks, and outcomes of strategic projects and portfolios to stakeholders and executive leadership, while encouraging transparent communication within the team. + Monitor project portfolio health, including budget adherence, resource allocation, and risk management, while actively engaging the team in problem-solving and process optimization. + Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements to increase efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness, empowering the team to contribute ideas and innovations. + Facilitate training and development opportunities for team members, supporting their professional growth and adherence to best practices in project management. + Other duties assigned We share a collaborative obligation to ensure that we conduct ourselves in the utmost ethical manner and that we hold each other accountable to the values and standards of the organization. Every employee is responsible for asking questions, seeking guidance, and reporting concerns and/or violations of company policy or ethical standards. Antech Diagnostics has several processes to communicate with leadership and expects that employees will have a commitment to integrity and uncompromising values. Education and Experience + Bachelor’s degree in business, operations management, or a related field + Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification preferred + Experience within a human or animal health lab operations setting preferred + 8-10 years of project manager experience preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities + Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a diverse team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. + Strong organizational, strategic planning, and analytical skills with experience in managing multiple priorities and fostering team cohesion. + Extensive experience in project management, PMO leadership, and strategic initiatives, with a track record of successful people management. + Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire both team members and senior stakeholders. + Demonstrated capability to build cross-functional relationships and influence stakeholders, fostering a collaborative work environment. + Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet) and the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Travel Up to 30% Working Conditions The associate is regularly required to apply manual dexterity, including hand/wrist flexibility, for computer keyboarding. The associate frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The associate is frequently required to hear and speak to use the telephone, make presentations and communicate with people in an office or virtual environment. The associate is occasionally required to sit and stoop, bend, kneel, or crouch. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. The associate will primarily work in a typical office environment or a remote home office. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The associate will be required to use a computer, spreadsheets, database management, email, video conferencing and the Internet. The associate is frequently required to use a calculator; fax, copy machine, and phone system. The associate must occasionally use media equipment such as an overhead projector, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Teams. Environment where pets are present _Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates._ + All Full-time associates are eligible for the following benefits and more: + Paid Time Off & Holidays + Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available) + Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life + Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid) + Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts + Paid Parental Leave + 401(k) with company match + Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement + Life Assistance Program + Pet Care Discounts We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers (http://careers.antechdiagnostics.com/us/en/affirmative-action) .