Associate Manager I – Reg CMC Strategy

Pfizer; India; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer is seeking a Regulatory Affairs professional (CMC) to drive post-approval changes and global regulatory strategies for Pfizer Global Supply. You will develop regulatory plans, respond to HA queries, and manage CMC documentation with cross-functional teams to ensure timely, compliant submissions.

The role requires strong coordination with the CMC GRS and Site teams in a structured environment, applying global regulatory guidelines and maintaining quality standards.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate in Pharmacy or Science with regulatory experience.
• 3–7 years of CMC experience in regulatory functions with EU/US knowledge.
• Proficient in Trackwise, GDMS, PDM and related submission tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to meet timelines.
• Ability to work in a matrixed, cross-functional environment.

Responsibilities

• Functions as CMC author/strategist for post-approval changes and projects.
• Responsible for end-to-end PCF assessment and global strategy development.
• Authors and compiles responses to HA queries within agency timelines.
• Develops Regulatory Strategy Documents and global submission packages.
• Coordinates M3.2/R documents and ancillary materials as needed.
• Escalates delays and risks to leadership and mentors junior staff.

Skills

CMC experience

Regulatory submissions

Communication skills

Team player

Documentation management

Education

Postgraduate in Pharmacy or Science

Tools

Trackwise

GDMS

PDM

Navigation

SPA

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Execution of CMC strategies for Pfizer Global Supply (PGS) initiated prioritized post approval changesglobally in collaboration with the CMC GRS. Responsible for development and execution of regulatory strategiesincluding response to HA queries. Manages day-to-day regulatory activities associated with assigned PCFs within agreed upontimelines. Collaborates with Cross Functional Teams (RRHS/PCO/RCM/Site CNM) and GRS-CMC to ensure thedeliverables. Works in a structured environment with supervision from Team Lead. Liaise with Pfizer Global Supply and other support functions as needed. Use of regulatory systems and management of CMC documentation and information in support ofthe CMC GRS.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Functions as CMC author/strategist for development and execution of regulatory strategies for the assigned changes which include minor and/or moderate post approval changes/projects/products
• Responsible for end to end PCF assessment
• Authors and compiles response to HA queries within agency timelines
• Projects involving complex CMC changes shall be assigned through mentoring as a part of career development, if identified
• Reviews proposed changes for completeness and accuracy and development of initial global regulatory strategy while considering registered content and seeks endorsement by the CMC GRS.
• Authors and/or compiles Regulatory Strategy Documents (RSD) where needed, as well as CMC submission packages globally, i.e. Module 1, Module 2.3, M3.2S/P/R under guidance from the CMC GRS as appropriate and within agreed timelines.
• Major and Emerging Market focused Reviews technical/supportive information for submission to support change
• Reviews and applies pertinent global regulatory guidelines
• Develops technical justification of change for agency submission
• Updates M3 dossier
• Coordinates M3.2.R Ancillary documents
• Escalates delays in timelines and contributes to the Identification and mitigation of risks with the support of TL/designee; flags identified risks to the CMC GRS and/or appropriate leadership
• Makes decisions to resolve minor problems in standard situations as per the guidance and policies and escalates complex issues / risks to appropriate leadership
• Flags identified risks to the CMC GRS and/or appropriate leadership
• Represents GEPRA CMC point of view and meets with key stakeholders to resolve challenges.
• Coordinates internal document review and sign off.
• Utilizes Pfizer's CMC systems, i.e. GDMS, PDM, SPA, etc, as appropriate.
• Supports Query and/or commitment management in collaboration with CMC GRS.
• Maintains conformance systems maintenance in support of the CMC GRS.

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Minimum - Postgraduate in Pharmacy or Science
• Minimum 3 to 7 years of CMC experience within a regulatory function with Knowledge of EU/US and international regulatory practices, policies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft windows, Trackwise, Navigation or similar submission management tools document management systems, publishing tools and operating knowledge of databases.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Motivated, good interpersonal skills, organized, hardworking, agile, adaptable to change and able to meet timelines.
• Team player and ability to work in a highly matrixed environment.
• Customer focus and attention to detail and accuracy is required.
• Must be able to prioritize with some guidance.
• Ability to handle multiple projects with good prioritization skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.

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