Assistant General Manager - R&D Project Management

You are an experienced and proactive Project Manager responsible for leading the end-to-end execution of pharmaceutical development and commercialization projects, specifically for Solid Oral Dosage Forms and Liquid Orals. Your role involves managing cross-functional coordination from product development, technology transfer, regulatory filing to Approvals, ensuring all project milestones are delivered on time, within scope, and in full compliance with business and regulatory requirements. **Key Responsibilities:** - Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of pharmaceutical projects encompassing Formulation Development, Analytical Development, Regulatory Filing, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain from initiation through Product Approval. - Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans including timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies using standard project management tools. - Coordinate cross-functional teams including R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Production, Supply Chain, and Business Development to ensure effective collaboration and timely execution. - Manage technology transfer activities from R&D to manufacturing, ensuring robust scale-up, validation, and readiness for commercial production. - Serve as the central communication point for internal teams and external partners, ensuring alignment on project goals, timelines, and deliverables. - Ensure regulatory submission preparedness for assigned projects and provide active support during dossier filing and query resolution for designated markets. - Identify potential risks, establish risk mitigation strategies, and ensure early resolution to maintain project timelines and objectives. - Monitor project budgets and resource allocations to ensure optimal utilization, escalating deviations where necessary to maintain alignment with organizational goals. - Organize and facilitate regular project review meetings; prepare clear, data-driven status reports and dashboards for senior management. - Ensure strict compliance with GMP, global regulatory guidelines (USFDA, EMA, WHO, MHRA, etc.), and internal quality standards throughout the project lifecycle. **Qualifications Required:** - Deep understanding of pharmaceutical product development, technology transfer & Familiarity with global regulatory frameworks and dossier submission processes. - Strong competency in project planning, risk management, and cross-functional leadership. - Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel and PowerPoint for real-time project tracking and reporting. - Excellent stakeholder management, communication, negotiation, and leadership skills. - Highly organized, proactive, and solution-focused approach to project management. This is a challenging yet rewarding opportunity for a seasoned professional with 17 to 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.,