Sr. Project Manager - Technical Services

Hikma Pharmaceuticals; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

401(k) match

Generous PTO

Comprehensive health benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Hikma Pharmaceuticals is looking for a Sr. Project Manager for Technical Services in Columbus, OH. The role involves managing cross-functional teams for various pharmaceutical projects, ensuring timely completion and communication with stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management in pharmaceuticals, with a proven track record of delivering results and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 9 years’ experience in pharmaceutical and/or project management.
• Expert knowledge of regulations regarding pharmaceuticals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage cross-functional project teams.
• Own planning and execution of projects.
• Identify and manage project risks.

Skills

Project Management

Critical Thinking

Complex Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Coaching/Mentoring

Education

B.S. degree in a scientific or related operations discipline

M.S. degree

Tools

PMP certification

Six-Sigma certification

Job description

Sr. Project Manager - Technical Services

Job Title: Sr. Project Manager, Technical Services

Location: Columbus, OH

Job Type: Full time

Req ID: 11031

As a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of essential medicines, Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. and its affiliates have a mission to bring Better Health. Within Reach. Every Day.® for millions of patients around the world. We are a trusted, reliable partner and dependable source of over 800 high‑quality generic, specialty and branded pharmaceutical products that hospitals, physicians and pharmacists need to treat their patients across North America, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe. Through our 32 manufacturing plants, eight R&D centers, and 9,500+ employees worldwide, we are constantly creating high‑quality medicines and making them accessible to those who need them.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are seeking a talented and motivated Sr. Project Manager, Technical Services to join our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage cross‑functional project teams for products produced or distributed from Columbus, covering launches, transfers and lifecycle activities.
• Provide all necessary project‑management skills and tools to ensure timely completion of assigned projects, meeting key performance indicators for timing, cost and process robustness.
• Own the planning and execution of Generic commercialization, Site Transfers, Buy‑ins, Third‑Party, Alternate API, process changes and changes to Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients, Excipient, Packaging and Raw Material items.
• Proactively identify and manage risk that could adversely affect project completion.
• Lead facilitation of multiple cross‑functional teams and manage resources to ensure progress and change integration.
• Contribute to “Go/No Go” project decisions and communicate proactively with stakeholders regarding risks, contingency plans and potential impacts.
• Drive change‑management requirements, managing change meetings, protocols, documentation and system updates.
• Conduct lessons‑learned reviews to improve future project performance and optimize resource allocation.
• Mentor and develop other team members, sharing best practices and leading knowledge‑sharing sessions.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in a scientific or related operations discipline plus a minimum of 9 years’ experience in pharmaceutical (change management, analytical and/or drug regulatory affairs preferred) and/or project management.
• Or M.S. degree with a minimum of 7 years’ experience in pharmaceutical and/or project management.
• Minimum 9 years of industrial multidisciplinary experience managing multiple, complex projects and/or implementing continuous improvement.
• Expert knowledge of regulations pertaining to the development and manufacturing of pharmaceuticals including cGMP, DEA, FDA and EMEA.
• Knowledge of SOPs, production processes, equipment and a strong understanding of pharmaceutical supply‑chain operations and technology.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical development, scale‑up, validation and lifecycle processes.
• Expert knowledge of project‑management methodology and an active PMP certification.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver on results and meet business objectives.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills at all levels.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and an active Six‑Sigma certification preferred.

Competencies

• Critical Thinking – integrate large amounts of information to address complex issues.
• Complex Problem Solving – apply investigative techniques to uncover problems, determine root causes and drive corrective actions.
• Project Management – experience managing and leading large‑scope projects.
• Initiative – work independently on strategic and tactical tasks with high complexity.
• Organizational Skills – manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong time‑management.
• Teamwork – influence team members and senior leaders on high‑complexity topics.
• Coaching/ Mentoring/ Influencing – coach and mentor both within and outside reporting structures to advance performance.

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential.
• Auto enrollment in a Hikma‑sponsored 401(k) program with a pre‑tax contribution rate of 4% of eligible pay. Hikma matches 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay that you contribute.
• A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date). Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries.
• Three personal days (prorated based on hire date).
• Eleven company paid holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits.
• Employee discount program.
• Well‑being rewards program.
• Safety and quality is a top organizational priority.
• Career advancement and growth opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid maternity and parental leave.

*Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and depend on the job classification, role and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change as well as specific plan or program terms.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.