Project Manager
Contract Pharmaceuticals Limited is a contract manufacturer and packager of prescription and over the counter pharmaceutical products. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive and innovative outsourcing services that exceed the uncompromising demands of the global pharmaceutical industry.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Project Manager plays a critical role in leading cross-functional teams through the successful execution of multiple concurrent projects, from early-stage product development through scale-up and into commercial manufacturing.
Operating in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, the Project Manager will apply deep knowledge of pharmaceutical development processes to ensure on-time delivery of project objectives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and guiding multi-functional teams to achieve strategic and technical project milestones.
• Acting as a primary liaison between internal stakeholders and external business partners to deliver effective solutions aligned with development and manufacturing needs.
• Overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of activities required to develop, transfer, optimize, and scale-up stable semi-solid (creams, lotions, ointments, gels) and liquid (topical, oral, sub-lingual, nasal spray) formulations suitable for commercial production.

EDUCATION:

• B.S. in pharmaceutical sciences, business, or a related scientific discipline.
• Project Management Certification (PMP) is preferred, or candidate should be actively working towards obtaining it.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience, preferably in a pharmaceutical product development environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading or influencing interdisciplinary project teams is required.
• Background in pharmaceutical analytical/product and process development will be an asset.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Strong knowledge of project management principles, tools, and methodologies, with hands-on experience across multiple phases of drug product development.
• Proven ability to influence, negotiate, and lead cross-functional teams; capable of translating strategic goals into actionable plans.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify and present complex issues to a variety of audiences.
• Solid understanding and practical application of GMP, GLP, and other relevant regulatory guidelines within a pharmaceutical development environment.
• Agile and adaptable in a fast-paced environment, with demonstrated ability to manage change and shifting priorities effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project, with the ability to effectively apply these tools in project planning and execution.
• Committed to upholding CPL’s core values of Excellence, Rigor, Ownership, Integrity, and Agility in all professional interactions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and guiding multi-functional teams to achieve strategic and technical project milestones.
• Acting as a primary liaison between internal stakeholders and external business partners to deliver effective solutions aligned with development and manufacturing needs.
• Overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of activities required to develop, transfer, optimize, and scale-up stable semi-solid (creams, lotions, ointments, gels) and liquid (topical, oral, sub-lingual, nasal spray) formulations suitable for commercial production