Senior Manager-Program Management

Piramal Pharma Limited; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Piramal Pharma Limited in Hyderabad seeks a Senior Manager-Program Management to lead presales coordination, RFP/RFI responses, and proposal development for tech transfer, custom synthesis, route scouting, kilo-lab, and scale-up programs.

You will collaborate with Process R&D, Analytical, QA/QC, SCM, Regulatory, Manufacturing and Technology Transfer teams to craft costing models, pricing strategies, and milestone plans that align technical and commercial client requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in CDMO/CRO for APIs, intermediates, or NCEs.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements (ICH, FDA, EU).
• Proven ability to draft and manage technical and commercial proposals.
• Strong cost estimation and pricing skills with cross-functional input.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate RFP/RFI responses and ensure alignment with cross-functional teams.
• Develop and finalize commercial proposals for tech transfer, synthesis, route scouting, kilo-lab, and scale-up programs.
• Create costing models and pricing strategies with finance and operations teams.
• Support client discussions and clarify technical and pricing queries.

Skills

Proposal writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

MS Excel

PowerPoint

CRM tools

Communication

Costing & pricing

Education

Master of Science (MSc)

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Word

CRM tools

Job description

Be the First to Apply Division Piramal Pharma Solutions Piramal Pharma Solutions is a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), offering end-to-end development and manufacturing solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our clients through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe and Asia. This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including Drug Discovery Solutions, Process & Pharmaceutical Development services, Clinical Trial Supplies, Commercial supply of APIs and Finished dosage forms. We also offer specialized services like development and manufacture of Highly Potent APIs and Antibody Drug Conjugation. Our capability as an integrated service provider & experience with various technologies enables us to serve Innovator and Generic companies worldwide. For more details, please visit : www.piramalpharmasolutions.com

Senior Manager-Program Management

The increasing volume of proposal requests necessitates dedicated presales support to effectively manage the growing workload and ensure high-quality proposal submissions to meet the business needs of Organization

Key Responsibilities

• RFP / RFI Response Coordination
  • Review and analyse client RFP/RFI requirements.
  • Draft and manage proposals in alignment with cross-functional teams (Process R&D, Analytical, QA/QC, SCM, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Technology transfer, Process engineering - etc) ensuring technical and commercial alignment with client needs.
  • Proposal Development
    • Prepare and finalize commercial proposals for Tech transfer, custom synthesis, route scouting, kilo-lab, and scale-up programs.
    • Incorporate project timelines, cost sheets, milestones, and risk mitigations.
• Costing & Pricing
  • Work closely with finance and operations teams to develop accurate costing models.
  • Ensure competitive yet profitable pricing strategies based on internal capabilities and market benchmarks.
• Client Interface Support
  • Provide proposal-related support during client calls, discussions, and follow-ups.
  • Clarify technical and pricing queries from clients and internal stakeholders.
• Process Improvement
  • Maintain a repository of previous proposals, costing templates, and case studies.
  • Optimize proposal templates and workflows to improve turnaround times and quality.

Key Competencies

• Strong understanding of API and intermediate development life cycle - from route scouting to commercial manufacturing.
• Familiarity with CDMO/CRO business models, regulatory requirements (ICH, FDA, EU, etc.), and quality systems.
• Proficiency in proposal writing, technical documentation, and business presentations.
• Excellent project management, time management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities for both technical and client-facing communications.
• Hands-on experience with MS Excel (for costing), PowerPoint, Word, and CRM tools.

Desirable Experience

• Prior experience working in CDMO/CRO for APIs, intermediates, or NCEs.
• Experience with global pharma client interactions (EU/US/Japan).
• Knowledge of confidentiality agreements, MSAs, and commercial terms.

Education

Master of Science (MSc) (Inactive)

Piramal Pharma Limited, offers a portfolio of differentiated products and services through its 17 global development and manufacturing facilities and a global distribution network in over 100 countries. PPL includes Piramal Pharma Solutions (PPS), an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization; Piramal Critical Care (PCC), a Complex Hospital Generics business; and the India Consumer Healthcare business, selling over-the-counter products. In addition, one of PPL's associate companies, AbbVie Therapeutics India Private Limited is a JV with AbbVie Inc. and has emerged as one of the market leaders in the ophthalmology therapy area. Further, PPL has a minority investment in Yapan Bio Private Limited. In October 2020, PPL received a 20% strategic growth investment from the Carlyle Group.

PPL provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin or ethnicity, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our employment decisions are based on merit considering qualifications, skills, performance, and achievements. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, selection, training, social programs, placement, promotion, demotion, compensation and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions.