Pharmaceutical Project Manager

Placements24; Hurlingham; On-site; ARS 82,493,000 - 109,991,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off and company holidays

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Experienced Pharmaceutical Project Manager to lead key projects in Sandton. You will drive initiatives from initiation to completion, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and high quality while coordinating cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

The role requires a strong background in pharma/biotech project management, a solid understanding of regulatory processes, and proven leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Pharmacy, Science, Business).
• PMP certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in pharma/biotech.
• Strong knowledge of drug development lifecycle and regulatory processes.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize projects according to deadlines and budget.
• Define scope, goals and deliverables with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, resources, timelines and budgets.
• Coordinate and lead cross-functional project teams.
• Identify, assess and manage project risks, develop contingency plans.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy/Science/Business

PMP certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Pharmaceutical Project Manager to lead and coordinate key projects within their organization in Sandton . This role is instrumental in driving the successful execution of projects from initiation through completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will manage cross-functional teams, stakeholder communications, and risk mitigation strategies, playing a crucial part in the company's strategic initiatives and pipeline advancement within the pharmaceutical sector .

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize projects according to strict deadlines and within budget.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, including resource allocation, timelines, and budget forecasting.
• Coordinate and lead project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive working environment.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, developing contingency plans as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Pharmacy, Science, Business); PMP certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects, from concept to close-out.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical drug development lifecycle and regulatory processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary and comprehensive bonus structure.
• Full health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan with generous company contributions.
• Significant paid time off and company-wide holidays.
• Opportunities for career growth and leadership development within a leading pharmaceutical company.