NPI Project Leader: Front-End Innovation & Launch

BioSpace

North Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

AbbVie seeks an NPI Manager to lead projects from opportunity screening through technical feasibility, coordinating R&D, regulatory, finance and manufacturing teams. You will drive front-end planning, due diligence and business-case translation into actionable plans for new product introductions.

You will partner with Brand Teams, Engineering and Commercial functions to ensure timely, compliant execution and handover to site manufacturing, while building SME networks and governance structures to

Qualifications

Minimum B.S. in a related field such as science, engineering, business, etc. or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 5 years of total Pharmaceutical Industry experience.
3+ years of technical transfer and new product launch experience within Pharmaceutical Manufacture environment required, including management of large complex programs and cross-functional teams.
Strong knowledge in drug development process and pharmaceutical manufacturing process.
Knowledge of Quality and Supply Chain Systems.
Proven experience leading teams as a Project and Technical Transfer manager.
Proficient in project management skills, including budget, finance, cost accounting, and team management.

Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of NPI projects from strategic decisions, stakeholder management, scheduling, team meetings, budget, communication, and supplier / customer management
Lead and manage a team of 5-8 project managers
Responsible for providing technical input, leading to shape the overall strategies for the front end planning, due diligence and technical feasibility assessments for potential New Products Introductions
Set and lead NPI Site program strategy including stage and gate meetings, timelines to meet program objectives
Works with Site Senior Management in the development and execution of the project development plan and governance body deliverables. Lead Governance Board Meetings
Build a team of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and key stakeholders to optimize and maintain the New Product Development Technology Strategy and drive the success of key NPI initiatives
Matrix management of a team of site operations personnel assigned to plan, implement and execute NPI projects
Develop project team (s), charter, ground rules and project timelines. Develop and execute program-specific project and risk management plans (timelines, milestones, metrics, critical path) ensuring and appropriate escalation as needed.
Develop and assess cost and resource projections for potential new business development opportunities and serve as point of contact
Ensure consistency and compliance across all aspects of NPI programs
Effective NPI projects oversight to ensure on time delivery of project(s) deliverables