Manager, Project Management

Catalent • Strathroy-Caradoc, ON

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Project Management is accountable for leading the Project Management group to ensure products are developed according to Catalent’s NPIx (New product introduction excellence) standards. This role is responsible for ensuring appropriate Project Management resources are identified and available to support the on-time delivery of projects within the entire NPIx portfolio, which includes Development and Launch activities. The position involves managing resources within the Ontario Project Management team, aligning resource requirements, and identifying constraints. It also entails leading the design, coordination, management, and delivery of various programs (development, launch, post-launch activities) in line with Catalent’s NPIx standards. The role requires leading cross-functional groups, including cross-site and inter-departmental relationships, and managing key external partnerships and customer relationships to facilitate effective collaboration and communication. The Manager will also be responsible for forecasting Development revenue, providing oversight, coordination, and mentorship of departmental resources, and training staff in effective study management with appropriate risk management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences, Business Administration or related field is required.
• Minimum 5 years of project development/management experience is required.
• Experience and familiarity with pharmaceutical, manufacturing and/or GMP facilities is required.
• Demonstrated experience dealing with various levels in pharmaceutical and/or manufacturing challenges from development to program launch within an organization and with external customers and highly effective negotiation, diplomatic and conflict resolution skills.
• Superb creation and facilitation of meetings, feedback sessions, and briefings in order to create consensus among stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success in project delivery and execution of project management methods and demonstrated ability to lead a team and achieve results.

Nice To Haves

• PMP certification is an asset.
• Demonstrable leadership experience at Catalent (including but not limited to participation in Catalent-sponsored leadership programs such as NGGL, GOLD, LEAD Now, GM Excellence, and GROW) may be considered in place of external experience.
• Candidates with non-Canadian credentials must provide an evaluation confirming the Canadian equivalency of the credentials as determined by the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada (ACESC) such as WES.

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage the resources within the Ontario Project Management team to ensure resource requirements are aligned and constraints identified.
• Enable the planned delivery of projects within the portfolio (scope, timeline, budget).
• Lead the design, coordination, management, and delivery of various programs (development, launch, post launch activities) in line with Catalent’s NPIx standards.
• Lead cross functional groups including cross site and department relationships.
• Grow, maintain, and manage key external partnerships and customer relationships, facilitating effective collaboration and communication forums between customers and Catalent on project initiatives.
• Effectively communicate on a timely basis with management and other departments within Catalent and customers to ensure clear understanding and acknowledgement of project/program status, risks, actions, and outcomes.
• Effectively manage the forecasting of Development revenue including Fee For Service, Launch, Intracompany and Proactive activities.
• Provide oversight, coordination, and mentorship of departmental resources.
• Mentor, train, and coach staff in establishing effective studies with appropriate risk management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefit Package (Health, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance)
• Group Retirement Savings –Registered Pension Plan (RPP) with employer contributions.
• Employee Reward & Recognition programs.
• Opportunities for professional and personal development & growth including tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager