Senior Project Manager, External Manufacturing & Supply Organization

Who we are

Teva is a global pharmaceutical leader and the world's largest generic medicines producer, committed to improving health and increasing access to quality health solutions worldwide. Our employees are at the core of our success, with colleagues in over 80 countries delivering the world's largest medicine cabinet to 200 million people every day. We offer a uniquely diverse portfolio of products and solutions for patients and we've built a promising pipeline centered around our core therapeutic areas. We are continually developing patient-centric solutions and significantly growing both our generic and specialty medicines business through investment in research and development, marketing, business development and innovation. This is how we improve health and enable people to live better, healthier lives. Join us on our journey of growth!

The opportunity

The Senior Project Manager, External Manufacturing & Supply Organization is responsible for developing regional launch operational plans, product transfer plans, and product change plans, while monitoring project progress. Reporting to the Director of Project/Program Management, this role connects Commercial/Portfolio teams, sites, and markets for product launches, ensuring alignment with internal and external site launch managers and market launch management.

 

With typical timelines spanning from two years before launch to six months post-launch, the Senior Project Manager coordinates resources in a matrix organization, sets and tracks budgets, and drives decisions to meet project goals. Key responsibilities include assessing and mitigating risks to product launch readiness, facilitating decision-making and contingency planning, and leading strategic projects to improve efficiency and streamline processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Execution:

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple large-scale pharmaceutical projects, including drug development, and regulatory submissions.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory guidelines.
• Coordinate resources, track progress, and adjust plans as necessary to meet changing needs and priorities.

Cross-functional Team Leadership:

• Act as the primary point of contact for cross-functional teams, including R&D, clinical operations, regulatory affairs, quality assurance, and marketing.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between teams to ensure alignment on project goals, timelines, and deliverables.
• Manage stakeholder expectations, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and issues.

Risk Management:

• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure timely and successful project completion.
• Monitor project performance and manage changes in scope, timelines, or resources as needed.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure all project activities comply with FDA, EMA, and other relevant regulatory authorities' guidelines and regulations.
• Prepare and support regulatory submissions, ensuring that all necessary documentation is in place and accurate.

Budget & Resource Management:

• Manage project budgets, track costs, and ensure that financial resources are used effectively.
• Manage internal and external resources, including vendors and contractors, to support project success.

Stakeholder Management:

• Communicate project updates to senior management and stakeholders, providing insights into project status, risks, and outcomes.
• Foster relationships with external partners, such as Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMO), BD/ AG partners, suppliers, and testing labs.

Process Improvement:

• Continuously review project management processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Support the development and implementation of project management methodologies across the organization.
• Identify and lead strategic initiatives to improve ways of working, eliminate redundancies and streamline processes.

Your experience and qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, pharmacy, business administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree (MBA, MSc) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5+ years of project management or related operations experience, preferably within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences industries.
• Proven track record of successfully leading complex projects, including commercial product launches, transfers, drug