AD, Launch Project Management

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Major Accountabilities / Your Key Responsibilities:

Your responsibilities include but not limited to:

Lead cross-functional launch project teams to deliver new product products serving as an internal expert on launch management and execution topics.

Develop and execute comprehensive launch and risk mitigation plans collaborating with Commercial Supply Chain Regulatory Legal and other key functions.

Facilitate scenario planning for at-risk investments and support executive-level decisions.

Continuously improve launch processes to accelerate success and maximize revenue and market share.

Actively manage and report project status action plans and revenue targets to senior and global teams.

Foster cross-functional collaboration and communication to resolve issues and align on key outcomes.

Key Performance Indicators:

On-time delivery of commercial launch strategy and plans.

Achievement of launch quantity and revenue targets.

Continuous improvement of launch processes and performance.

Effective risk mitigation and issue resolution.

High stakeholder satisfaction and cross-functional alignment.

Key Capabilities Required:

Operational Excellence: Streamline workflows and optimize resources for efficient scalable launches.

Project Management: Apply best practices for seamless execution risk mitigation and on-time delivery.

Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute high-level launch strategies aligned with business objectives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Build strong partnerships across functions to drive project success.

Analytical & Communication Skills: Deliver clear analyses and communicate effectively with executive and cross-functional stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

Education & Experience (Required):

Undergraduate degree in business or related field required; MBA or equivalent preferred.

Minimum 3 years in Project Launch Management and Commercial Operations preferably in pharmaceuticals.

Specialized knowledge in at least two of: Launch Management (generics preferred) Project Management Commercial Operations Market Access Supply Chain or Management Consulting.

Strong project management planning execution and risk management skills.

Experience with cross-functional teams in a matrixed fast-paced environment.

Familiarity with pharmaceutical commercial management including IP regulatory supply chain quality technical operations compliance market access pricing and medical/clinical.

Prior experience launching new products in brand or generics settings preferred.

Expert capabilities in Excel PowerPoint and Word.

Preferred Requirements:

Prior experience in a healthcare company including generics large or specialty pharmaceutical or medical device company.

Experience launching new products in either brand or generics settings.

Travel Requirements: Up to 10%

Ability to work independently from a home office when necessary for business purposes.

Willingness to travel as business requires

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

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