Project Manager

Year    MH, IN, India

Job Description

The Opportunity:
Avantor is looking for a dynamic, forward-thinking, and experienced Project Manager , who will be responsible for delivering results against some of the most complex Business, Manufacturing & Commercial Operations



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!



Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.



Manages team of project management specialist/analysts tasked with the development and execution of project plans for New Product Introductions (NPI) in the Biopharma Production Business.



The NPI PMO team lead is responsible for establishing and maintaining the project management tools and standards used by the PMO team and managing a team of project managers tasked with coordinating technical, operational, and commercial deliverables required for the successfully launch of new products.
Location - Pune (Office Based)
Industry Preferred- Lifesciences, Pharma, Bio-Pharma & Other Manufacturing Driven Industries.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES• Establishes and manages PMO standards and tools
• Manages KPIs for the department
• Provides coaching and assistance to team members
• 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 per our NPI stage-gate process.
• 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
• 5 years of demonstrated experience managing projects
• Experience managing direct reports desired
• 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)


KNOWLEDGE SKILLS 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.
Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Why Avantor?
Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.



The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.



We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!
EEO Statement:
We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.
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  • Job Id
    JD3412222
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Contract
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  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    MH, IN, India
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    Year