Associate Director, Launch Project Management

SANDOZ GROUP AG • Princeton, NJ

27d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Director, Launch Project Management leads and executes launch activities to bring Generics and Biosimilars products to market on time, with defined launch quantities and a coordinated commercial plan. As a cross-functional leader, the Associate Director ensures value delivery, guides project teams, and escalates critical issues to Executive Management for resolution or investment. Position Location: This position will be located at the Princeton, NJ US Headquarters site. Our Sandoz flexible hybrid working approach allows US office-based employees to work up to 50% of their monthly workday remotely. This role will not have the ability to be located remotely. Preference will be given to local candidates not requiring relocation.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in business or related field
• Minimum 3 years in Project Launch Management and Commercial Operations, preferably in pharmaceuticals.
• Specialized knowledge in at least two of: Launch Management (generics preferred), Project Management, Commercial Operations, Market Access, Supply Chain, or Management Consulting.
• Strong project management, planning, execution, and risk management skills.
• Experience with cross-functional teams in a matrixed, fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical commercial management, including IP, regulatory, supply chain, quality, technical operations, compliance, market access, pricing, and medical/clinical.
• Prior experience launching new products in brand or generics settings preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a healthcare company, including generics, large or specialty pharmaceutical, or medical device company.
• Experience launching new products in either brand or generics settings.
• MBA or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional launch project teams to deliver new product products, serving as an internal expert on launch management and execution topics.
• Develop and execute comprehensive launch and risk mitigation plans, collaborating with Commercial, Supply Chain, Regulatory, Legal, and other key functions.
• Facilitate scenario planning for at-risk investments and support executive-level decisions.
• Continuously improve launch processes to accelerate success and maximize revenue and market share.
• Actively manage and report project status, action plans, and revenue targets to senior and global teams.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration and communication to resolve issues and align on key outcomes.

Benefits

• Breakdown of benefits received in this role. Include flexible working, learning and development opportunities as well.
• The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $152,600 - $284,400 USD/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees