Strategic Pharma Project Lead - Mossel Bay Growth

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement savings plan

Career development opportunities in Mg

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Pharmaceutical Project Manager to lead key development and operational initiatives from Mossel Bay. You will drive projects from inception to completion, coordinating R&D, manufacturing, QA, and regulatory affairs to advance the product portfolio and market position.

You will align with senior leadership, manage budgets and timelines, and ensure compliance with industry regulations. This role offers growth opportunities in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or business-related field is required.
• PMP certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience in pharma/biotech.
• Strong understanding of drug development lifecycle and regulatory affairs.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects, budgets, and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria with senior management.
• Develop detailed project plans with timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Coordinate cross-functional project teams with clear communication and accountability.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure adherence to pharmaceutical regulations and quality standards.
• Prepare and present regular status reports to stakeholders and leadership.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree (scientific or business-related)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Pharmaceutical Project Manager to lead key development and operational initiatives from Mossel Bay. You will drive projects from inception to completion, coordinating R&D, manufacturing, QA, and regulatory affairs to advance the product portfolio and market position.

You will align with senior leadership, manage budgets and timelines, and ensure compliance with industry regulations. This role offers growth opportunities in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment.