PE Global are currently recruiting for a NPI Project Manager for a client site in Dublin.
Initially 12 Month Contract – Hybrid
The role of New Product Introduction (NPI) Manager is responsible for the program management including scope, budget, schedule and delivery for the Technology Transfer and introduction of a new product, drug substance, drug product, Medical Device and Finished Packaging either to an internal site or an external CMO site. .
This role will collaborate closely with Technical Operations, Supply Planning, Quality, Finance, EM&O and other relevant departments. This role will work closely with the internal site or an external CMO to plan and execute a multi-discipline Tech Transfer project, including project approach and resource needs, schedule, budget and ownership throughout the project delivery phases.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan and execute multi-discipline Tech Transfer projects, including project approach and resource needs, ownership through the project delivery phases of Planning, Process
* Prepare project charters including business justification for new projects.
* Responsible for the generation of project cost estimates, budgets, forecasting, and long-range plan. In conjunction with Finance ensure that there is an appropriate mechanism established for cost tracking/transfer and cross charging.
* Track project deliverables, provide regular project reporting on status to plan and KPIs, schedule and budget reports
* Manage the decision log and risk register for the project
* Ensure that the business needs and priorities are clearly understood and that the project execution plan reflects the scope and schedule of these needs and priorities.
* Lead the project team through all project phases from design through to regulatory submission. Engage site functional SME support (Tech Services, Operations, Engineering, and Quality etc.) as required.
* Develop project controls (Project Execution Plan (PEP), schedule, risks) to ensure alignment of project timelines with business needs.
* Communicate progress against plan on a regular basis and develop mitigations for project risks / delays. Prepare monthly metrics on project performance, achievements, and statistics.
* Work closely with other site functions to ensure a smooth transition between project and operational phases.
* Responsible for the project management support for the NPI/Technology Transfer of a product across the network using the TT Business Process from initial SG1 agreement to SG6 Regulatory approval.
* Provide support to the Technical team in creating project management reports/ schedules/plans etc.
* Organise and facilitate project meetings / Stage Gate meetings in conjunction with the TT leader.
* Ensuring appropriate internal/external communication
* Ensure the appropriate resources are allocated to the project, Leaders and Steering team.
* Work with project controls, Finance and function leads to manage costs and cash flow according to the approved capital budget and report costs monthly to the ATO team.
* Support the ATO team to continuously improve TT practice across the network using a lean and standardized approach that can be replicated and continuously improved for subsequent product transfers.
* Identify current business process or tools that are critical to a successful and lean TT process and participate as required in driving necessary improvements in conjunction with the business owner.
* Experience in developing and using Smart Sheet to allow easy tracking of TT Milestones and Metrics.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Minimum undergraduate degree in science/business or engineering.
* Demonstrated leadership of technical and / or operational teams or projects within a biopharmaceutical manufacturing organization.
* Experience within new product introduction project work is preferred.
* Strong track record of leading in a global and matrix environment and working cross functionally with internal and external stakeholders
* Ability to quickly establish strong, effective and enduring partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
* Strong organizational, change management, problem solving and leadership skills
* Strong presentation and communication skills
* Team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
* Experience of biopharmaceutical Bulk Drug Substance (BDS) manufacturing, Aseptic Fill Finish and Finished Packaging.
* A working knowledge of regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical industry is required.
* Operational excellence knowledge and application using Lean or six-sigma tools would be advantageous.
***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in Ireland***
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