Senior Associate, Project Manager

Pfizer Inc.; Pearl River (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching

Paid vacation

Holiday and personal days

Parental and caregiver leave

Health benefits (medical/dental/vision

Job summary

Pfizer Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to lead moderately complex initiatives within a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, drive on-time delivery, and contribute to governance, communications, and change management efforts. You will translate data into actionable decisions, leverage AI-enabled tools, and support continuous improvement while aligning with strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• BA/BS with at least 2 years of experience or associate's degree with at least 4 years of experience or high school diploma (or equivalent) with at least 6 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience with project management methodologies and frameworks.
• Proven business acumen with experience in managing projects, teams, programs, or workstreams of varying levels of complexity.
• Ability to translate and present data visualization into actionable business decisions.
• Basic understanding of finance and good working knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry.
• Proficiency in Change Management.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and co-lead moderately complex projects, effectively managing time and resources.
• Apply skills and discipline knowledge to contribute to departmental work.
• Make decisions to resolve moderately complex problems and develop new options in non-standard situations.
• Work independently on assignments, receiving guidance on unusual or complex problems.
• Utilize judgment and experience to potentially become a resource for others.
• Support program management through governance, reviews, communications, and training, while preparing resource forecasts and advancing new concepts.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Communication skills

Digital technologies & AI tools

Regulatory compliance awareness

Education

BA/BS degree + 2+ years

Associates degree + 4+ years

High school diploma + 6+ years

Tools

MS Office

Digital Operations Center

ChatGPT

Microsoft Copilot

Job description

ROLE SUMMARY

Join a dynamic project management team responsible for leading and coordinating moderately complex initiatives that drive business performance and operational excellence within the pharmaceutical industry. This role partners with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver projects on time, within scope, and aligned to strategic objectives, while supporting program governance, resource planning, communications, change management, and continuous improvement efforts. The Project Manager independently manages project activities, resolves complex business challenges, translates data and insights into actionable decisions, and helps advance new ideas and capabilities across the organization. Ideal candidates will have strong project management expertise, business acumen, communication skills, and a passion for leveraging digital technologies and AI-enabled tools to improve outcomes. This position offers the opportunity to lead impactful initiatives in a highly regulated, innovation-driven pharmaceutical environment, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, influence business decisions through data-driven insights, and help shape the adoption of emerging digital and AI technologies. It provides strong exposure to program leadership, strategic planning, and organizational change while building a pathway toward broader project and portfolio management responsibilities.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and co-lead moderately complex projects, effectively managing time and resources.
• Apply skills and discipline knowledge to contribute to departmental work.
• Make decisions to resolve moderately complex problems and develop new options in non-standard situations.
• Work independently on assignments, receiving guidance on unusual or complex problems.
• Utilize judgment and experience to potentially become a resource for others.
• Support program management through governance, reviews, communications, and training, while preparing resource forecasts and advancing new concepts.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS with at least 2 years of experience or associate's degree with at least 4 years of experience or high school diploma (or equivalent) with at least 6 years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience with project management methodologies and frameworks
• Proven business acumen with experience in managing projects, teams, programs, or workstreams of varying levels of complexity
• Ability to translate and present data visualization into actionable business decisions
• Basic understanding of finance and good working knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry
• Proficiency in Change Management
• Strong oral and written communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MBA or PMI Certification
• Relevant pharmaceutical experience
• Previous supervisory management experience in problem-solving, decision-making, negotiating, and conflict resolution skills
• In-depth knowledge and experience with technologies digital systems used in the pharmaceutical industry
• 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

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Developing project plans with clear tasks, assignments and dates
• Facilitation of project meetings and holding others accountable
• Use of digital systems to assist with the role (MS Office tools, Digital Operations Center, etc.)

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

None

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $82,700.00 to $137,900.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 10.0% of the base salary.

• 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
• paid vacation
• holiday and personal days
• paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
• health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage

Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com).

Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.

U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.

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