Job Description

Position Summary

Project Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing all aspects of a project, ensuring it is completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications by effectively managing resources, communicating with stakeholders, and mitigating risks throughout the project lifecycle; key duties include defining project scope, creating detailed work plans, assigning tasks to team members, monitoring progress, addressing issues, and delivering final deliverables. This individual will evaluate current business practices, looking for ways to improve productivity and efficiency, reduce costs and make the best use of our Operations and Business resources.

Position Responsibility

• Directs a cross functional team of Operations, Supply Chain Management, Commercial, Quality, Regulatory, Finance, etc. personnel to ensure the timely completion of projects including New Product Introductions, Change Control, Cost Improvement, Productivity / Efficiency opportunities, Brand Re-stage, etc..
• During the project initiation phase, demonstrate the ability to define project goals, scope, deliverables, timelines, and budget.
• Create detailed project plans and schedules, work breakdown structures, and task dependencies.
• Assign tasks to cross-functional team members, manage workload, and allocate resources effectively.
• Track project expenses, identifying cost variances, and take corrective actions.
• Identifying potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and monitor for emerging issues.
• Regularly update stakeholders on project progress, address concerns, and ensure alignment thru effective verbal and written communication.
• Conduct reviews and ensuring deliverables meet project requirements.
• Track project milestones, identifying deviations from the plan, and taking corrective actions.
• Lead, motivate and guide the project team to achieve project objectives.
• Upon completion of project, provide project documentation, conduct post-project reviews and hand over deliverables.
• Assures compliance by following Food and Drug Administration's current Good Manufacturing Practices as well as other regulatory standards as require

The above is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities. Other activities may be assigned as required by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience and Skills:

• Leadership and Teamwork: Ability to lead and motivate a team, facilitate collaboration, and manage diverse personalities.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed decisions.
• Problem-solving Skills: Identifying and resolving project issues proactively.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage complex projects with multiple moving parts and deadlines.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in project management tools and software depending on the industry.
• Ability to work both independently, lead projects where required, and contribute as a team player with a commitment to team development.
• Preferred 3+ years’ experience in FDA cGMP regulated industry, for example, Pharmaceutical, Nutraceutical, Consumer Health, etc areas.
• Proven track record of successful project delivery within budget and timeline.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Project Management or related field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.

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