Sr Project Manager-NPI

Jubilant Pharma Limited; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 116,250 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site in Spokane, WA

Competitive salary

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Jubilant HollisterStier LLC in Spokane, WA, is seeking a Senior Project Manager for New Product Introductions to lead cross-functional NPI initiatives in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing setting. You will oversee integrated plans, budgets, resources, and timelines, ensuring GMP compliance and executive-level reporting.

The role requires 8+ years in project management with NPI or product launches in pharma, PMP certification, and strong leadership across Operations, Quality, Regulatory,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Science, or Business is required; Master’s/MBA preferred.
• PMP certification is required; PgMP strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Comply with JHS PMO processes and systems.
• Facilitate and influence diverse teams across Operations, Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and Commercial.
• Lead large-scale, cross-functional projects or programs.
• Support Commercial KPI recognition.
• Develop and manage integrated project plans, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Ensure project schedules, scope, and details are accurately developed and maintained.
• Oversee risk management, compliance, and quality assurance.
• Mitigate risks proactively.
• Lead resolution of technical, operational, and regulatory challenges during NPI projects.
• Provide executive-level reporting on project status, risks, and financial performance.
• Identify opportunities to optimize NPI processes.
• Mentor junior project managers.
• Meet GMP manufacturing requirements and comply with GMP guidelines.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Science, or Business

PMP Certification

Tools

MS Project

SharePoint

Power BI

MS Word

Job description

Jubilant HollisterStier LLC, Spokane’s Largest Manufacturing Company, and well-established member of the business community, provides a complete range of services to support the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries. Jubilant HollisterStier is a nationally recognized contract manufacturer of sterile injectable vials, and lyophilized products. The Allergy business is a worldwide leader in the manufacture of allergenic extracts, targeted primarily at treating allergies and asthma. Jubilant HollisterStier is a proud member of the Jubilant Pharma family.

Our Promise: Caring, Sharing, Growing

We will, with the utmost care for the environment and society, continue to enhance value for our customers and stakeholders by providing innovative products and economically efficient solutions through growth, cost effectiveness and wise investment of resources.

Job Description

The Senior Project Manager for New Product Introductions will lead complex, high-impact projects that bring new products into JHS within a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role provides strategic oversight, drives cross-functional alignment, and ensures successful delivery of NPI initiatives that meet business objectives, compliance standards, and customer expectations. Competencies include: Strategic thinking and business acumen; executive communication and influence; and high resilience and adaptability in a dynamic environment.

• Comply with JHS PMO processes and systems.
• Facilitate and influence diverse teams across Operations, Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and Commercial.
• Lead large-scale, cross-functional projects or programs.
• This role is expected to support Commercial KPI recognition.
• Develop and manage integrated project plans, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Ensure that a project schedule encompassing project scope and associated details is accurately developed and regularly maintained.
• Oversee risk management, compliance, and quality assurance.
• Anticipate and mitigate risks proactively.
• Lead resolution of technical, operational, and regulatory challenges during NPI projects.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for issues impacting project scope, schedule, or quality.
• Ensure effective communication of project timelines, status, risks, and needs to all project team members and stakeholders.
• Facilitate resolution of conflicts among stakeholders and team members to ensure alignment on project objectives.
• Serve as primary point of contact for executive stakeholders.
• Provide executive-level reporting on project status, risks, and financial performance.
• Identify opportunities to optimize NPI processes.
• Contribute to PMO best practices and mentor junior project managers.
• Meet and maintain requirements for GMP manufacturing and comply with GMP guidelines.
• Accompany client in plant throughout process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Science, or Business required (Master’s or MBA preferred).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required.
• 8+ years of project management experience, with at least 3 years in NPI or product launch within pharmaceuticals or regulated manufacturing required.
• Proven success managing large-scale, cross-functional projects required.
• Experience with Microsoft Word to capture meeting minutes/update documents etc. required.
• Experience working in Aseptic areas desired.
• Cleanroom Environment Experience desired.
• Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies required (PMP or PgMP certification strongly preferred).
• Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, SharePoint, Power BI) required.
• Familiarity with portfolio management and resource planning required.
• Expertise in regulatory compliance (FDA, GMP) and product lifecycle management required.
• Working in Aseptic areas required.
• Working in Cleanroom environment required.

Minimal travel is required for this position.

• Prolonged sitting/standing required.

Shift

Weekday Days, Monday-Friday

Compensation & Benefits

This is an on-site, full-time position located in Spokane, WA.

• Hiring Wage: $116,250 – $186,000 annually depending on experience, with opportunity for growth, promotion and annual raises. Midpoint and above is reserved for employees who have longevity with Jubilant HollisterStier and consistently exhibit outstanding performance over a period of time in the role.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Life, AD&DD, Short and Long Term Disability.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Jubilant HollisterStier is an EEO/AA Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.