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The Opportunity Avantor is looking for a dynamic, forward-thinking, and experienced Project Management Specialist , who will be responsible for delivering results against some of the most complex business and technology initiatives. This role will be a full-time position based out of Pune.If you are passionate about solving complex challenges and driving innovation - let s talk! Under limited supervision, plans, schedules and ensures timely completion of New Product Introduction s (NPI) in the Biopharma Production Business. The NPI Project Management Analyst/Specialist is responsible for leading and managing R&D programs considering scope, planning, resources, and budget with a global approach. To accomplish this, the analyst/specialist will follow the PMO s direction regarding standards, methodology, and tools which will allow them to manage and deliver artifacts to successfully complete the planning, execution, and launch of new products. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Management of technical, operational, and commercial deliverables needed for a successful product launch. Schedules, prepares material, and facilitates tactical and leadership meetings to report status and progress. Facilitates and documents RACI and change control process. Setup collaboration, Jira and other tools for the project team. Confirms allocation and engages project team resources and/or works with the resources managers to on board external resources as stated in the business case. Tracks that activities are documented and executed across a broad range of functions and contributors. Facilitates and coordinates requirement elicitation, completion, review and final sign off from all key stakeholders Locks down scope Works with vendors and engages third party resources as needed Gathers estimates, documents the project plan, and communicates to the steering team Tracks and documents risk/actions/issues/dependencies and formulates mitigation plans as needed Facilitates, documents and gets sign off for deployment, communication, training and business readiness plans. Coordinates and facilitates execution of dry runs as needed Prepares, schedules and facilitates leadership approvals Addresses issues in a timely manner and effectively manner. Provides post-launch support, conducts and documents Lessons learned and facilitates hands off to regular operations. QUALIFICATIONS (Education/Training, Experience and Certifications) Bachelor s degree or equivalent experience 3 years of demonstrated experience managing projects PMI certification (PMP) desired Formal training or experience working with MS Project, MPP tools, JIRA , Sharepoint and Visio Solid understanding of project management, including knowledge of various project methodologies (agile, waterfall) Infrastructure and IT software acumen KNOWLEDGE S AND ABILITIES (Those necessary to perform the job competently) Excellent written/verbal communication and presentation skills to coordinate at all levels A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has ability to manage and prioritize concurrent work assignments Leadership skills to manage associates and other parties in a matrix environment Excellent interpersonal skills to manage relationships and to deal with conflicts in a professional and objective manner Must be able to learn new tools and processes quickly and effectively. Ability to effectively manage vendor, contractor and business partner relationships during the project duration; ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT (Under Typical Positions) Typically works in an office with adequate lighting and ventilation and a normal range of temperature and noise level. Work assignments are diversified. Examples of past precedent are used to resolve work problems. New alternatives may be developed to resolve problems. A frequent volume of work and deadlines impose strain on routine basis. Minimal physical effort is required. Work is mostly sedentary but does require walking, standing, bending, reaching, lifting or carrying objects that typically weigh less than 10 lbs.
