Senior Project Manager

Cambrex Corp.; Charles City (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Project Manager to oversee new product development. The role requires strong project management skills, including financial oversight and team leadership. Familiarity with cGMP regulations and experience in customer relationship management are crucial. Candidates should possess a degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering and have at least five years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. The position is based in Charles City, Iowa.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with cGMP regulations is essential.
• Experience with direct customer contact is required.
• Good project management skills and attention to detail necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage project finances and P&L responsibilities.
• Lead project teams and coordinate efforts across departments.
• Evaluate business opportunities and conduct cost analysis.
• Maintain effective communication with customers and stakeholders.

Skills

cGMP familiarity

Customer relationship management

Multi-disciplinary team management

Business plan understanding

Project management skills

Windows based computer knowledge

Education

Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Five or more years of pharmaceutical experience

Job description

Overview

The Project Manager is responsible for overall project leadership for new product development opportunities.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Project specific P & L responsibility
• Lead and manage all aspects of project team including financials, timelines, sourcing, team dynamics and customer service
• Serve as liaison between Sales, Senior Management and the project team for communicating expectations and delivering results
• Organize and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams for new project development initiatives
• Plan and effectively execute projects on time/on budget
• Evaluate new business opportunities, including detailed cost analysis
• Provide a high level of customer interaction
• Maintain a high level of positive and effective communication with customers, team members, management and outside sales representatives

All employees are required to adhere to DEA, EPA, FDA and cGMP regulations as they relate to the operation of the Company; and to adhere to all company safety rules and procedures. All employees are expected to report to work regularly and promptly. Other duties relating to departmental mission, not specifically detailed in this section may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with cGMP regulations
• Direct customer contact and relationship management
• Skills managing multi-disciplinary teams
• Understanding of business plans and financial impacts
• Good project management skills required (high attention to detail)
• Windows based computer knowledge

Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements

• A degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, preferably an advanced degree
• Five or more years of experience in a pharmaceutical arena
• Experience with overall management and responsibility for new product development project teams
• Experience with direct customer contact and relationship management

Cambrex is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment. All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a comprehensive pre-employment screen. The pre-employment screen may consist of several components including but not limited to a drug test, criminal record check, identity verification, reference checks, education and employment verification, and may vary based on federal, state, and local laws. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.

All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Cambrex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), ancestry, national origin, place of birth, age, marital status, disability/handicap, genetic information, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state, and/or local law.

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