Pharmaceutical Project Manager

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company-m

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a highly organized Pharmaceutical Project Manager to lead critical initiatives from inception through completion, ensuring on-time delivery within scope and budget.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage resources, and mitigate risks to achieve project objectives in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment. This role offers opportunities to drive innovation and contribute to breakthrough products in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in pharma/biotech.
• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field or business administration is required.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and close pharmaceutical projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and resource requirements.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, and manage changes effectively.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration and clear communication.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies.
• Track project progress, report on key milestones, and ensure timely completion of deliverables.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (Pharmacy, Biology, Chemistry or Business Administration)

PMP certification

Tools

Project management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly organized and experienced Pharmaceutical Project Manager to lead critical initiatives within their dynamic organization in Randburg . This role is pivotal in overseeing the successful execution of pharmaceutical projects from inception through completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and budget. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage resources, and mitigate risks to achieve project objectives. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to drive innovation and contribute to the development of groundbreaking pharmaceutical products in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and close pharmaceutical projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and resource requirements.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, and manage changes effectively.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration and clear communication.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies.
• Track project progress, report on key milestones, and ensure timely completion of deliverables.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field (e.g., Pharmacy, Biology, Chemistry) or Business Administration.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects from initiation to closure.
• Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical development process (e.g., R&D, clinical trials, regulatory affairs).
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and methodologies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off and professional development opportunities.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment in Randburg.