Product Launch Manager

Swiss American CDMO•Carrollton, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Launch Manager (PLM) is responsible for the successful initial launch of new client products being produced by Swiss American CDMO. Utilizing a combination of project management, strategic planning and leadership skills, the Product Launch Manager will serve as the primary liaison (documentarian) between multiple Swiss American CDMO departments and the client. The scope of this role entails end-to-end detailed focus from formula development to scale up in compounding to filling to pack out for each new product SKU.

Requirements

Four-year certificate from college or technical school, plus 3-5 years of related experience; or equivalent work-related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or similar coursework or education is a plus.

Responsibilities

Reviews product proposal to determine time frame, funding limitations, development procedures, resource requirements, and allotment of available time and specific milestones to various phases of the product launch workflow.
Establish and outline the work plans for each phase of product launches while properly documenting requirements for execution of the deliverable in accordance with Swiss American’s Gating Process.
Confers with technical and operational staff to coordinate the work plan and establish duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority within each department.
Work effectively and cooperatively with cross-functional internal staff and clients to achieve common objectives in a dynamic and positive manner.
Engage with RID, Client Services Manager, Quality, Operations and Supply Chain departments to ensure launch dates are met.
Direct and coordinate activities of assigned team members to ensure launch progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.
Interface successfully with different software and ERP systems, currently using Deacom as core ERP.
Reviews status reports and modifies schedules or launch plans as required.
Tracks activity to prepare reports for management, customers, and other stakeholders regularly.
Frequent client interaction, as appropriately based on demand, and a timely and accurate response within 24 to 48 hours is mandatory.
Remains engaged with client(s) to strengthen relationships and recognize new opportunities through a regular communication schedule.
Understand new product strategy and roadmap for growth and document/communicate future needs to Management.
Understand new product strategy and roadmap for growth and document/communicate future needs to Management.
Track changes required by clients to ensure product quotation/requote is managed accordingly.
If an update to the product quotation is required, work with the Client Services Manager to update and execute it in a timely and transparent manner.
Analyzes and interprets documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, as well as common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Other duties may be assigned.