Project Manager - Food Technologist

ABOUT US

At VITABAE LABS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED

Transparency, quality, and innovation are at the heart of everything we do.

JOB SUMMARY

We’re seeking a Project Manager who is structured, proactive, and solution-oriented to lead strategic and operational projects within our Indian production unit. You will be responsible for coordinating projects from planning to execution, ensuring on-time delivery, high quality, and clear communication with our U.S.-based team.

This role requires an entrepreneurial mindset, a strong sense of ownership, agility, and sharp analytical skills. Experience in the nutraceutical, dietary supplement, or food manufacturing industry is highly preferred.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and oversee all production-related projects, including operations, quality, compliance, logistics, maintenance, and process improvements.
• Coordinate and maintain relationships with external vendors, contract manufacturers, and service providers to ensure timely delivery, quality compliance, and alignment with project objectives.
• Serve as the

  primary liaison

  between the Indian and U.S. teams, ensuring alignment on priorities, effective communication, and timely updates.
• Develop and maintain detailed daily, weekly, and monthly project schedules; manage resources, identify dependencies, and monitor timelines.
• Manage project budgets, track costs, and ensure resource optimization without compromising quality or compliance.
• Identify and evaluate project risks, propose mitigation strategies, and resolve challenges proactively and constructively.
• Create, revise, and improve

  SOPs

  and workflows to boost efficiency and reduce waste.
• Track and report on

  key performance indicators (KPIs)

  including progress, costs, productivity, and quality metrics.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with

  GMP, FDA, HACCP, and FSSC 22000

  standards, in collaboration with QA/QC teams.
• Use project management tools (e.g.,

  ClickUp

  ,

  Asana

  ) to organize tasks, assign responsibilities, and monitor overall project flow.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with production, quality, supply chain, maintenance, and leadership teams to align goals and ensure seamless execution.
• Continuously evaluate and improve existing processes; recommend innovations or technology upgrades when beneficial.

QUALIFICATIONS & Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food Technology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or a related field.
• Salary Range : 6 to 9 LPA

• 8–10 years of experience in project management within an industrial setting, ideally in nutraceuticals, supplements, or food manufacturing.

• Strong understanding of GMP, HACCP, FDA, and FSSC 22000 regulations.

• Proven ability to analyze data, manage project budgets, and optimize resource usage.
• Professional-level English communication and reporting skills (written and spoken).

• Proficiency with project management platforms like ClickUp, Asana, or similar.

• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and ability to work autonomously.

• A startup mindset: agile, adaptive, fast-learning, and growth-oriented.

• High level of initiative, ownership, and solution-driven attitude.

• Sound understanding of risk management and the ability to implement mitigation strategies effectively.

PREFERRED QUALITIES

• Prior experience in the food, nutraceuticals, or supplement industry is a strong advantage.
• Experience coordinating with international teams is a plus.

• PMP certification is a plus, but not mandatory.