Pharmaceutical Project Manager

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Pharmaceutical Project Manager to lead pharmaceutical development projects from inception to completion in a hybrid Soweto-based role with remote planning and reporting. The role requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and a deep understanding of the R&D lifecycle.

You will manage cross-functional teams, ensure regulatory compliance, handle budgets, and drive delivery on time and within budget, while maintaining high quality standards in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Master's degree or PMP certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage cross-functional project teams involved in pharmaceutical development, research, and manufacturing.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure effective communication among project team members, stakeholders, and external partners.
• Manage project budgets and resource utilization, ensuring adherence to financial targets.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior management and relevant committees.
• Facilitate project meetings, including kick-off, progress reviews, and milestones.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy/Science/Engineering

Master's degree or PMP certification desirable

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic pharmaceutical development company, is seeking an experienced Pharmaceutical Project Manager to lead complex projects from inception through to completion. This hybrid role combines essential on-site project oversight and team coordination in Soweto with remote capabilities for planning, reporting, and stakeholder communication. You will be responsible for the strategic planning, execution, and delivery of pharmaceutical development projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires strong leadership, excellent organizational skills, and a comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical R&D lifecycle. The ideal candidate is adept at managing multiple priorities, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and driving projects towards successful outcomes in a fast-paced environment. You will be instrumental in advancing our client's innovative product pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage cross-functional project teams involved in pharmaceutical development, research, and manufacturing.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and issues, and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration among project team members, stakeholders, and external partners.
• Manage project budgets and resource utilization, ensuring adherence to financial targets.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior management and relevant committees.
• Facilitate project meetings, including kick-off, progress reviews, and milestone achievements.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., GMP, GCP) and internal quality standards.
• Manage vendor and third-party relationships as they pertain to project execution.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the project management framework.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• A Master's degree or PMP certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex drug development projects.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical R&D processes, from discovery through to commercialization.
• Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana) and tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Experience working in a hybrid environment, effectively balancing on-site and remote responsibilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and motivate cross-functional teams.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid, retirement fund contributions, and performance-based bonuses. Opportunities for professional development and advanced project management training are provided. This hybrid role fosters a dynamic work environment and supports work-life balance. Drive impactful pharmaceutical projects in the Soweto region. Join a collaborative team dedicated to innovation and excellence.