Remote Pharmaceutical Project Manager

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full remote work

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Pharmaceutical Project Manager to lead critical drug development and regulatory initiatives across global operations. This role is fully remote within South Africa, requiring strong leadership and strategic planning to manage cross-functional, distributed teams.

You will define scope, develop detailed plans, oversee budgets, and report on progress while ensuring on-time delivery within scope.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, or Business Administration.
• PMP certification is a strong asset.
• Minimum 5 years of pharmaceutical project management experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional, remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and success criteria with stakeholders.
• Develop plans with timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Lead teams, provide direction and performance oversight.
• Monitor progress and mitigate risks throughout the project.
• Ensure effective communication among all stakeholders, including partners.

Skills

Project leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Remote team management

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

PMP certification

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Jira

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and highly organized Remote Pharmaceutical Project Manager to lead critical projects within their global operations. This position is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects related to drug development, regulatory submissions, or product launches, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. This role requires exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills to manage cross-functional, geographically dispersed teams effectively. You will play a key role in driving innovation and ensuring the successful delivery of key pharmaceutical initiatives, fostering a connected and high-performing remote work culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.


• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.


• Lead and manage project teams, providing direction, motivation, and performance oversight.


• Oversee project execution, monitor progress, and proactively identify and mitigate risks and issues.


• Ensure effective communication and collaboration among all project stakeholders, including remote team members and external partners.


• Manage project documentation, conduct regular status meetings, and provide comprehensive project reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Business Administration, or a related field; PMP certification is a strong asset.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management within the pharmaceutical industry.


• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects from initiation to closure.


• Experience with project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Jira).


• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to manage remote teams.


• Demonstrated understanding of pharmaceutical development processes, regulatory affairs, or commercial operations.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.


• Full remote work flexibility.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Generous paid time off and professional development opportunities.


• Retirement plan contribution and life assurance coverage.