Innovation and Project Execution Lead

Haleon plc.; Guayama (PR); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

a generous 401(k) plan

tuition reimbursement

time off programs including 6 months +

healthcare programs covering most of,

discretionary bonus based on business

Job summary

Haleon plc. is seeking a Project Manager to lead changes for new product launches, transfers and regulatory changes, coordinating with stakeholders and ensuring timely execution.

You will deploy site project management strategies and ensure formal processes are followed. The role demands 5–7 years in the pharmaceutical industry, strong knowledge of product transfers, regulatory compliance, and proficiency in Microsoft Project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science (Pharmacy or Engineering).
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 5–7 years in the Pharmaceutical Industry with relevant related experience.
• Strong knowledge of Technical Services, Product Transfers, New Product Introduction, Regulatory Compliance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal English; strong coaching ability.
• Self-starter, team player with interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead project development strategies aligned to site strategy and support product sourcing management.
• Lead impact/feasibility assessment of product change.
• Coordinate requested requirements and allocate resources/team forming.
• Negotiate implementation timeline and ensure checklist usage.
• Prepare high level timelines for new products and presentations.
• Develop product launch strategies and contingencies.
• Promote Lean and RFT initiatives; drive process improvements.
• Ensure harmonized use of local or global systems across the site.

Skills

Technical Services

Product Transfers

New Product Introduction

Regulatory Compliance

Microsoft Project

Communication skills

Coaching skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in science (Pharmacy or Engineering)

Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

Welcome to Haleon. We're a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we've grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter - one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity.

Our trusted portfolio of brands - including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® - lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science.

Now it's time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose - to deliver better everyday health with humanity - at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture.

About the role

Responsible for assuring the successful completion of various changes such as new product launches, products or technology transfers, raw material changes, new market introductions, packaging changes among others. This role is the leading contact with stakeholders for managing timely execution, follow up and status reporting. Ensures site Project Management strategy is deployed and assures execution via formal processes.

Role Responsibilities

• Orchestrates and ensures that the project development strategies are aligned to site strategy support the product sourcing management process.
• Lead impact/feasibility assessment of product change.
• Coordination of requested requirements.
• Assign resources/team forming.
• Negotiate implementation timeline.
• Ensure checklist utilization for every applicable project and ascertain checklist is updated.
• Prepare high level timeline for new products and new presentations.
• Develop product launch strategies.
• Anticipates, identifies and communicates possible issues impacting launch or transfers; proposes contingencies/alternatives and initiates corrective actions.
• Support and promote Lean and RFT initiatives.
• Drive Process Improvement Initiatives.
• Ensures site is properly using harmonized local or global system in a harmonized matter.

Why you?

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science (Pharmacy or Engineering)
• Master’s degree, desired.
• At least 5-7 years of experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry with relevant related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Technical Services, Product Transfers, New Product Introduction, Regulatory Compliance
• Microsoft Project Management knowledge.
• Self-starter, team player, with strong interpersonal and coaching skills. Excellent written skills in English. Good verbal communication and ability to coach and provide guidance to others.
• Computer literate, with superior skills in managing Excel spreadsheets (or similar database).
• Strong presentation skills.
• Proven record of problem-solving, decision-making skills and application of process improvement tools.

Benefits

Haleon offers a robust Total Reward package that consists of competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits program.

• a generous 401(k) plan
• tuition reimbursement
• time off programs including 6 months paid parental leave
• our healthcare programs where the company pays for the majority of your medical coverage for you and your family
• discretionary bonus based on the achievement of key business performance and other incentive/recognition programs

Job Posting End Date

2026-10-27

Equal Opportunities

Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected - all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people.

It is important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong.

During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees.

The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions.

Please note that if you are a US Licensed Healthcare Professional or Healthcare Professional as defined by the laws of the state issuing your license, Haleon may be required to capture and report expenses Haleon incurs, on your behalf, in the event you are afforded an interview for employment.

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Note to candidates

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