Senior team leader

1G5 Pfizer Healthcare India Private Limited; Visakhapatnam; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Pfizer is seeking a seasoned professional to manage projects within the Sub Business Unit at our On Premise site in Visakhapatnam. You will lead teams, drive technology use, and oversee resources to achieve mid-term BU objectives while maintaining strict GMP standards.

The role emphasizes problem-solving, process improvements, and effective communication across departments, with a focus on training staff in safety and quality practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with relevant experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Proven people management experience and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and set objectives within the Sub Business Unit.
• Lead people, technology, and financial resources through influence.
• Identify and implement process or product improvements and manage risk.
• Oversee batch records and maintain high quality in GMP environment.
• Train staff on safety, procedures, and GxP.
• Collaborate with Global or Sub BU leadership to meet shared goals.

Skills

Project management

People management

Process improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm)

MBA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Quality systems (GxP)

Job description

Use Your Power for Purpose Our breakthroughs would not reach patients without our dedicated pharmaceutical manufacturing team. We rely on agile members who understand the critical impact of their roles in Pfizer’s mission. Patients need colleagues like you who take pride in their work and continuously strive to improve outcomes. Your efforts ensure that patients and physicians have timely access to the medicines they need. The importance of your role cannot be overstated, as you help bridge the gap between innovation and patient care, making a tangible difference in countless lives.

What You Will Achieve

• In this role, you will: Manage projects and set objectives within the Sub Business Unit, handling moderate complexity
• Lead people, technology, and financial resources, often through influence rather than direct authority
• Actively share knowledge and encourage others to do the same within the Sub Business Unit
• Identify and implement potential improvements in processes or products, taking risks to achieve results
• Solve complex problems, utilizing experience from various areas as needed
• Establish operational activities to support the Sub Business Unit’s mid-term goals and recognize development needs
• Manage the performance of direct and indirect reports, aligning with the Sub Business Unit’s objectives
• Partner with leadership from the Global or Sub Business Unit to achieve shared objectives
• Maximize quality and efficiency, complete batch records, and work in an integrated computerized manufacturing environment
• Train staff on safety practices, departmental procedures, product inspection, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP), while coordinating with other departments and supporting technical and engineering activities

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• High school diploma (or equivalent) with 8+ years of experience or B pharm with 5+ years or associate’s degree with 6+ years of experience or BA/BS with 2+ years of experience or MBA/MS with any years of relevant experience
• Proven record of problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong people management experience
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively within the department, cross-functionally at the site, and with outside customers and regulatory agencies
• Proficiency in computer literacy, particularly in managing Excel spreadsheets
• Knowledge of Microsoft Applications

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Master’s degree
• Relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry
• Strong background in Manufacturing, Technical Services, Materials Management, QA/QC, and Engineering
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects
• Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity.
• Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates. To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers. Manufacturing Pfizer careers are like no other. In our culture of individual ownership, we believe in our ability to improve future healthcare, and potential to transform millions of lives. We’re looking for new talent to join our global community, to unearth new innovative therapies that make the world a healthier place.