Planet Pharma
Job Description
Target PR Range: 78-88/hr *Depending on experience
Description
The Project Manager, Combination Products Development is accountable for leading the cross functional team (Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Marketing, Operations, Human Factors, and External Partners) in the execution of a portfolio of projects focused on the delivery system constituent parts of a combination product (Devices, Accessories, Instructions for Use, etc.). The Project Manager ensures that the strategy and plans defined for assigned programs are aligned with the needs of the patient and customer and the business objectives of the CMC and Product Strategy teams. In addition, product development timing and scope need to support plans for CMC gate reviews and each clinical phase.
Summary of Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
The Project Manager will be accountable to the Program Manager Director for delivering on the strategy, plans and budget defined for the project portfolio.
Responsibilities include: • Leadership of a portfolio of drug delivery system product development projects • Tactical and strategic management of external device partners including acting as a key interface, managing the project governance process and forward-looking evaluation of potential partners • Device financial management including budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning of delivery development expenses • Representing the R&D organization to cross functional leadership through effective and timely communication • Ensuring effective use of meetings by clearly defining objectives, agendas, inviting the team members specifically needed and publishing minutes and actions
Qualifications
Basic: • Required: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field • Certification: Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred, but not required • 8+ years of experience in the combination product or medical device industry with proven experience in developing medical devices or combination products; broad experience in design controls, human factors studies, design verification/validation and usability studies. • Leadership of technical professionals; proven effective leader to cross-functional teams • Skilled in the initiation, selection, coordination and management of projects and have the ability to solve unique problems. • Requires an in-depth understanding of the pharmaceutical and device product development cycle. • Design history file, project management and product development experience is essential. • Conflict resolution skills including persuasive management techniques required. Effective communication and people management capability.
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.
Fraud Alert: Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma. The industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process and always double check the email address of the Recruiter to ensure it's from an official Planet Pharma domain (@planet-pharma.com, @planet-pharma.co.uk, and @ppgadvisorypartners.com) and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org or .jobs.
Target PR Range: 78-88/hr *Depending on experience
Description
The Project Manager, Combination Products Development is accountable for leading the cross functional team (Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Marketing, Operations, Human Factors, and External Partners) in the execution of a portfolio of projects focused on the delivery system constituent parts of a combination product (Devices, Accessories, Instructions for Use, etc.). The Project Manager ensures that the strategy and plans defined for assigned programs are aligned with the needs of the patient and customer and the business objectives of the CMC and Product Strategy teams. In addition, product development timing and scope need to support plans for CMC gate reviews and each clinical phase.
Summary of Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
The Project Manager will be accountable to the Program Manager Director for delivering on the strategy, plans and budget defined for the project portfolio.
Responsibilities include: • Leadership of a portfolio of drug delivery system product development projects • Tactical and strategic management of external device partners including acting as a key interface, managing the project governance process and forward-looking evaluation of potential partners • Device financial management including budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning of delivery development expenses • Representing the R&D organization to cross functional leadership through effective and timely communication • Ensuring effective use of meetings by clearly defining objectives, agendas, inviting the team members specifically needed and publishing minutes and actions
Qualifications
Basic: • Required: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field • Certification: Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred, but not required • 8+ years of experience in the combination product or medical device industry with proven experience in developing medical devices or combination products; broad experience in design controls, human factors studies, design verification/validation and usability studies. • Leadership of technical professionals; proven effective leader to cross-functional teams • Skilled in the initiation, selection, coordination and management of projects and have the ability to solve unique problems. • Requires an in-depth understanding of the pharmaceutical and device product development cycle. • Design history file, project management and product development experience is essential. • Conflict resolution skills including persuasive management techniques required. Effective communication and people management capability.
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.
Fraud Alert: Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma. The industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process and always double check the email address of the Recruiter to ensure it's from an official Planet Pharma domain (@planet-pharma.com, @planet-pharma.co.uk, and @ppgadvisorypartners.com) and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org or .jobs.