Senior Coordinator, Innovative Medicine

SUN PHARMA; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Pharma in Mississauga, Canada, seeks a Senior Coordinator Innovative Medicines to lead operations, planning, and execution for the Canada team. You will manage cross-functional activities, collaborate with internal and external partners, and ensure timely delivery within budget.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Master’s degree, strong project management skills, and at least 1 year in pharma/commercial operations. Travel up to 20% and office-based work are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant subject.
• Project management knowledge and experience.
• Experience in a multi-cultural, matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations/administration programs with compliant delivery.
• Provide metrics and reports on operations effectiveness to senior leadership.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales leadership, compliance, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Driven by a bold pursuit of science and fueled by an unwavering commitment to patients, Sun Pharma is a leading global pharmaceutical company, providing high-quality medicines trusted by healthcare professionals and patients.

As part of our mission to Reach People and Touch Lives, we deliver Innovative Medicines, Generics and Consumer Healthcare products that improve the lives of millions of people. With a broadly diversified portfolio of products that span multiple therapeutic areas, we improve access to effective, affordable treatments that promote better health and well-being.

Job Purpose

This individual must have a passion for operations, and have a strong understanding of a pharmaceutical commercial business in Canada collaborating with a high-performance team member that deliver exceptional results. This individual should be focused on making innovative contributions to the organization, have a positive outlook on change, and be adaptable to a dynamic environment without losing focus on business goals. The candidate will work across all product and therapeutic areas as required.

The Senior Coordinator Innovative Medicines will primarily be responsible for the successful development, delivery and administration of tasks. The Senior Coordinator Innovative Medicines is responsible for planning and execution of all Operations requirements in support of the Canada team.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Strong comprehension of the Code of Conduct in Canada and IMC rules and regulations as an industry in Canada
• High Acumen for Project Management
• Oversee the effective implementation of all Operations/administration programs required or as requested -achieved compliantly.
• Expert Level of Facilitation and Presentation skills as required
• Ability to work across boundaries with internal and external partners, influence and build consensus with various stakeholders in order to get results
• Interface with management and all internal support teams to complete projects and tasks required
• Work with team members to institute specific metrics and measurements to assess the success of Operations and administrative plans and implementation.
• Support Commercial and Medical Affairs management
• Ability to problem solve in matrix organizations
• Ability to work with compliance teams to implement requirements
• Report directly to IM General Manager
• Manage the Operations Budget for Canada
• Manage a project plan, including completing projects on time and within the provided budget while collaborating with internal stakeholders
• Identify issues, develop solutions to improve operations effectiveness
• Conduct evaluations to assess the effectiveness of Operations programs, utilizing data to make well-informed decisions about Operations gaps and next steps
• Collaborate with members of the larger Operations team, marketing, sales leadership, compliance, sales operations, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and report results
• Provide metrics report on effectiveness of operations plan and implementation to senior leadership
• Work on compliance related documentation to support field teams
• Able to contribute will colleagues as part of a North American team
• Report any adverse event received from customers for company products to the pharmacovigilance department / Drug Safety on the same day or within 1 business day

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor's and or Master’s degree in relevant subject area
• Project Management knowledge and experience
• Experience of effective working in a multi-cultural, matrixed environment
• Experience in planning and project management
• Delivery focus with an ability to be responsible for and manage multiple activities with short timelines Interpersonal skills with an ability to display a variety of leadership styles dependent upon the situation
• An excellent communicator; evidence of strong independence and innovative seeker of strategic solutions
• French Language ability is an asset
• Minimum of 1+ years of pharmaceutical/biotech/medical Commercial Operations experience
• Executive function skills with software systems and Microsoft office
• Demonstrates strong learning agility, intellectual curiosity, and a growth mindset with the potential to progress into commercial roles.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions and levels of the organization.
• Proactive, results-oriented individual who takes initiative, demonstrates ownership, and consistently seeks opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Office based time 80 percent, travel time 20 percent

The presently-anticipated base compensation pay range for this position is $74,000 to $91,000. Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience. In addition, this position is part of the Annual Performance Bonus Plan. Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; RRSP savings plan; and the employee assistance program. Employees also receive various paid time off benefits, including vacation time and sick time.

The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility. If hired, the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company, or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of the incumbent(s).

We provide equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, gender identity, gender expression or any other ground protected by applicable human rights legislation.

The Company uses artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants.

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