Senior Manager - Project Management (Pharma)

Summary

Drive end-to-end execution of R&D and cross-functional projects, ensuring delivery within defined timelines, quality, and cost parameters. The role requires strong planning, coordination, and stakeholder management capabilities to support new product development and lifecycle management initiatives

**Candidates from only Pharma Industry are eligible

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and track projects across R&D, Regulatory, Supply Chain, QA/QC, and Production
• Develop project plans, define milestones, dependencies, and critical paths
• Monitor project progress and ensure adherence to timelines and stage-gate requirements
• Manage risks, issues, and scope changes with proactive escalation
• Prepare dashboards, reports, and governance updates for stakeholders
• Drive cross-functional alignment to ensure timely delivery of project milestones
• Conduct project reviews and capture learnings for continuous improvement
• Ensure effective documentation and communication throughout the project lifecycle

Key Skills & Competencies

• Project Planning & Scheduling (MS Project preferred)
• Risk & Issue Management
• Budget Planning
• Stakeholder Management & Cross-functional coordination
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Strong communication and reporting skills
• Understanding of pharmaceutical project lifecycle and compliance

Eligibility Criteria

• Postgraduate in Pharmacy, Science, or Management
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is mandatory
• 7- 12 years in core project management experience with strong experience in managing projects across regulatory framework
• Experience in pharmaceutical / regulated environment
• Sterile / ophthalmic / injectable experience highly preferred

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Execution-driven project manager with strong ownership
• Experience in regulated /sterile manufacturing setups
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and tight timelines
• Structured, detail-oriented, and proactive in problem-solving
• Independent Thinker with skills to manage peers and senior leaders within the organization