Program Manager

Job Description

Position Overview: - We are seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Program Manager to join our Pharma Business to drive various projects. - Program Leadership & Oversight: Lead and manage multiple programs (such as, business development, setting up new business, and cost optimization) from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with company goals and regulatory requirements. - Cross-functional Team Collaboration: Work closely with regulatory, R&D, manufacturing, finance, legal, quality, and commercial teams to ensure program milestones are met. - Business Case Preparation: Develop comprehensive business cases for new pharmaceutical programs, including cost-benefit analysis, resource allocation, market potential assessments, and ROI projections to secure executive approval for new initiatives. - M&A Support: Collaborate with corporate development teams on M&A processes, providing program-specific insights and assessments to inform potential mergers, acquisitions, or strategic partnerships. Support integration planning for newly acquired programs. - Project Planning & Execution: Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource & fund allocation plans. Ensure all project tasks, including research, trials, compliance, and manufacturing, are completed on schedule. - Risk Management: Identify potential risks throughout the program lifecycle. Develop mitigation strategies and ensure risk management plans are in place. - Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the main point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, sponsors, CROs, and regulatory agencies. Provide regular status updates and manage expectations. - Budgeting & Financial Management: Oversee budget planning, cost tracking, and financial reporting for all programs. Ensure that programs are delivered within the approved budget. - Performance Tracking & Reporting: Monitor program KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and deliver progress reports to senior leadership. Use data-driven insights to adjust program strategies as needed. - Change Management: Drive continuous improvement by identifying areas for optimization, and ensuring that program changes are documented, communicated, and implemented effectively. Qualifications: - Graduation from IIT or top Engineering college and MBA from an Indian Institute of Management (IIM) is required. - Prior experience working with a leading Pharma company or Pharma project is a must. - Minimum of 2 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry with exposure to Project / program management, strategy, M&A, New business and regulatory affairs. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing and building relationships across all organizational levels. - High degree of initiative and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. - Familiarity with global pharmaceutical regulations and compliance standards is a plus.