Project Leader, MST-Program (Manufacturing, Science and Technologies)

APOTEX; Toronto; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus programs

Comprehensive benefits

Pension plan

Learning and development opportunities

Disability accommodation

Job summary

Apotex in Toronto seeks a Project Leader for MST-Program to drive manufacturing, science and technology projects. You will lead cross-functional teams, track progress, manage risks and ensure timely delivery of project milestones.

The role requires strong project management, pharmaceutical knowledge and collaboration with stakeholders across functions. Apotex offers a comprehensive package and growth opportunities within a global health company.

Qualifications

• Minimum University Degree or College Diploma in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Technology, Chemical Engineering or related science.
• Project Management certification (PMP) considered an asset.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical products and processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate a team in planning and delivering the Project Portfolio.
• Track progress to meet cycle times, deadlines and customer requirements.
• Escalate critical issues and risks to the Associate Director MS&T.
• Prepare reports and meeting minutes; follow up on actions.
• Coordinate cross-functional meetings with key stakeholders.
• Support commercial readiness and continuous improvement activities.
• Serve as primary contact for assigned MS&T projects.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Pharmaceutical knowledge

Stakeholder collaboration

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Chemistry/Pharmacy degree

PMI PMP certification (asset)

Tools

PowerBI

MSP

Power Query

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Project Leader, MST-Program (Manufacturing, Science and Technologies)

Apotex is a Canadian-based global health company. We improve everyday access to affordable, innovative medicines and health products for millions of people worldwide, with a broad portfolio of generic, biosimilar, innovative branded pharmaceuticals and consumer health products. Headquartered in Toronto, with regional offices globally, including in the United States, Mexico and India, we are the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice for the Americas for pharmaceutical licensing and product acquisitions.

Responsible for the development, tracking and execution of projects within the Portfolio. The Project Leader is accountable to ensure all tasks and requirements related to projects are delivered through leading of various cross-functional teams and through timely escalation as required.

Collaborate with Stakeholders and all functional areas across the business to achieve successful project execution. Provide status updates to the Manager as required and notification of any potential project delays/risks as they arise. Works directly with other department staff both internally and externally to capture and report on their projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate a team in the planning, execution and delivery of the Project Portfolio. Track and monitor progress of assigned projects to meet cycle time goals, project deadlines and customer requirements.
• Demonstrates customer focus, understanding of customer needs, building of relationships and collaborating with others. Communicates plans & priorities to functional departments.
• Highlights and escalates critical issues and risks that may affect the critical path during the execution of the Project to the Associate Director MS&T
• Recognizes problems and takes the appropriate corrective action, consulting with the relevant individuals.
• Responsible for preparing project reports, summary documents, meeting minutes and following up on action items. Measure and report plan vs. actual results to Management.
• Facilitate and/or participate in cross functional meetings and communications with key stakeholders in support of achieving commercial readiness, obstacle resolution and general continuous improvement activities.
• Lead, and act as primary contact for assigned project and product portfolio and assigned MS&T projects.
• Demonstrate Behaviours that exhibit our organizational Values: Integrity, Courage, Teamwork, and Innovation

Job Requirements

Education

• Minimum University Degree or College Diploma in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Technology, Chemical Engineering or related science.
• Project Management certification (PMP) considered an asset.Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills, ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and priorities
• Demonstrated knowledge of pharmaceutical products (technical/scientific and commercial), preferably learned through experience working in the generic industry.
• Familiar with the development, manufacturing & packaging and testing of products, and capabilities/principles of operation of relevant equipment and facilities
• Demonstrate knowledge of Project Management principles, practice, software and PM tools & digitial platforms (PowerBI, MSP, Power Query).

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the Pharmaceutical industry
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a Project Management Environment

At Apotex, we are committed to fostering a welcoming andaccessible work environment, where all everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to succeed.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

The hiring range for this position is $ 72,284.85- $101,198.79 CAD per year. The final agreed-upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

We are looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed-upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.

• Apotex offers bonus programs based on your position in the organization, you can excel based on our pay-for-performance philosophy.
• With comprehensive benefits, a pension plan to help you save for retirement and learning and development opportunities, we provide a comprehensive package for your personal and professional development.

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