Freelance PMO Consultant

As a Team Lead for the new PMO function in our client's Agro-Chemical contract manufacturing business, your role will involve setting up and leading the PMO function, designing and implementing project management processes, and collaborating with external clients and internal cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution. You will be responsible for monitoring project KPIs, identifying and resolving bottlenecks, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within the project teams. Additionally, you will build and mentor a high-performing PMO team as the function scales. Key Responsibilities: - Set up and lead the PMO function for a growing agro-chemical contract manufacturing business. - Design and implement core project management processes, tools, and governance structures. - Collaborate closely with external clients to understand technical and commercial requirements and translate them into actionable work plans. - Work with internal cross-functional teams including R&D, operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain to align execution with client expectations. - Ensure timely, on-budget, and high-quality execution of all projects across the manufacturing lifecycle. - Monitor project KPIs, prepare regular updates, and present progress reports to senior leadership. - Proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks, risks, and interdependencies during execution. - Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the project teams. - Build and mentor a high-performing PMO team as the function scales. Qualifications Required: - Degree in Chemical Engineering (Masters preferred). - 10-15 years of experience in project management and program delivery in contract manufacturing or process industries. - Exposure to client-facing roles, including gathering requirements and managing expectations. - Prior experience in a consulting environment (Big 4, MBB) is highly desirable. - Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, process scale-up, and technical project delivery. - Demonstrated ability to build and lead teams, manage complexity, and drive structured problem-solving. - Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills. - Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, MS Project, etc.). Please note that this position is based in Bangalore and will require spending 3-4 days at the plant in Berigai. The initial project duration is for 3 months, with the potential for conversion to a full-time role based on performance and client feedback.,