Biotech Senior Project Manager

In a few words

Position: Biotech Senior Project Manager

Location: Madrid

Experience: +5 years in biotech project management

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INSUD PHARMA operates across the entire pharmaceutical value chain, providing specialized knowledge and experience in scientific research, development, manufacturing, sales, and marketing of a wide range of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), finished dosage forms (FDF), and branded pharmaceutical products, adding value to human and animal health.

The activities of INSUD PHARMA are organized into three synergistic business areas: Industrial (Chemo), Branded (Exeltis), and Biotech (mAbxience), with over 9,000 professionals in more than 50 countries, 20 state-of-the-art facilities, 15 specialized R&D centers, 12 commercial offices, and more than 35 pharmaceutical subsidiaries, serving 1,150 customers in 96 countries worldwide. INSUD PHARMA believes in innovation and sustainable development.

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What are we looking for?

We are seeking a motivated and client-oriented Project Manager to join our growing team in the pharmaceutical industry. The candidate will manage moderately large or complex projects that require proven project management skills. Experience in biotechnology, fermentation processes and upstream/downstream operations is required . Role will be involved in the planning, coordination, and execution of projects related to the development of drug products mainly but not only generic pharmaceuticals and APIs.

The challenge

- Assist in the management and execution of projects related to the development and commercialization of those APIs and/or drug products.
- Understand the needs of the internal and external customers, projects and align them with the strategic guidelines of Chemo.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams, including but not limited to R&D, regulatory affairs, clinical department, manufacturing, patents, sales to ensure project timelines, budgets, product costing and objectives are met.
- Analyze the characteristics and needs of each project, evaluating processes end to end. Support the creation and maintenance of project schedules, timelines, cost evaluation and relevant project documentation. Planning the milestones of a project and identify the milestone owners
- Assist in preparing project reports, presentations, and updates for senior management and stakeholders.
- Participate in meetings with internal, external partners, vendors among others as needed.

Communicate properly and in time with clients and/or partners..

- Monitor project progress and identify potential risks, issues, or delays and work collaboratively in mitigation plans by providing alternatives or contingency plans.
- Track and manage project budgets and identify possible deviations.
- Establish / develop and maintain systems and communication and control processes (registration system and information about project progress, deviations, actions) CRM, BI, etc.
- Revise project plans, status and budget for short-term and mid-term business plans.

What do you need?

- Education: University Degree in Life Science or related field. Master is a plus.
- Languages: Fluent Spanish and English, knowledge of other languages will be an asset.
- Experience (years/area): mandatory +5 years of experience in a similar position in biotech.
- Specific Knowledge: understanding of the biotechnology process, drug development process, regulatory requirements. PMP Certification will be an asset.
- Travels: Open to travel worldwide.
- Personal skills: impact and influence, ability to maintain a positive work environment, strong verbal and written communication skills, proactive in identifying risk and ability to manage challenges and adapt to changes, sensitivity to market evolution, ability to handle competing priorities, good interpersonal skills, result orientation, customer focus.

Our benefits

1. ⏰ Flexible start time from Monday to Friday (full-time 40 hours).
2. Permanent contract.
3. Attractive salary package.