Project Manager - Research & Development - PMO - Pharma (5-15 yrs)

Job Title:- Project Manager, R&D PMO

SUMMARY:

- This role is responsible for leading a cross-functional team in the development and commercialization of new products/services within the Organization's New Product and Process Development Process (NPPD) or existing products in new markets.

- Responsibilities include the development and execution of integrated business cases, project plans; identification and resolution of staffing and resource requirements; and resolution of product development issues.

- This position is responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with functional heads and senior leaders to gain the cross-functional support needed to drive successful commercialization of products and/or significant updates to existing products.

- The Project Manager will be required to establish and maintain a high-performance culture by fostering innovation, personal accountability, and commitment to results.

- The Project Manager will be responsible for coaching and mentoring Core Team Leaders that are assigned to projects who reside outside of the PMO.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Lead Project Teams in the completion of product development plans to ensure product availability in alignment with the commercialization plans.

- Lead the development of integrated business plans and subsequent detailed commercialization plans for the product that incorporates the identified markets and balances a global roll-out to maximize success of the product.

- Plan, schedule, and control project activities to fulfill project objectives and satisfy project / product requirements. Ensure team deliverables are in compliance with the company's product development and quality processes.

- Manage project budget, cost and profit targets to meet established return on investment goals.

- Develop/maintain strong relationships with functional senior leaders to drive success of the team.

- Drive a high-performance culture by fostering innovation, personal accountability, and a commitment to results.

- Provide structured thinking to the project team on the overall approach and delegate tasks as appropriate based on expectations established for members of the team.

- Coach team members to ensure process adherence and effective project management, utilizing best practice project management skills.

- Coach and mentor Core Team Leaders that do not reside in the PMO.