Job Title : Supply Chain Project Manager
Duration : 12 Month Contract (Possible extension based on work performance)
Location : New Brunswick, NJ
Hybrid Position
100% onsite required for training and once done min 50% required onsite as per manager.)
Job Summary :
The primary function of this role is to lead / participate in a range of Supply Chain and related projects for External Manufacturing operations.
Responsibilities :
- Coordinates activities and manages teams engaged in the planning, project management and execution of supply chain projects.
- Participates as required in External Manufacturing (ExM) projects as the Supply Chain lead.
- Creates detailed project work plans for projects assigned, identifies scope, key milestones, and deliverables, and updates as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
- Identifies resources needed and assigns individual responsibilities.
- Directly manages day-to-day operational aspects of projects to ensure task completion to meet project milestones and successful project delivery.
- Holds regular meetings with project team and effectively communicates relevant project status, key issues and potential problems to all stakeholders.
- Effectively applies project management methodologies and enforces project standards.
- Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
- Engages with Third Party Alliance partners to ensure integration of partner requirements into ExM operations.
Required Competencies :
- Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple tasks at same time.
- Creates and maintains strong working relationships within Client organization and externally with trade partners, customers, and suppliers.
- Ability to work with diverse groups and organizations.
Required Qualifications :
- BS / BA degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management or related discipline
- 5+ years of experience in a supply chain environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry that encompasses a basic understanding of business specific organizations functions and support systems (manufacturing, packaging, artwork, regulatory, marketing, quality, and supply chain)
- Knowledge of end-to-end processes in forecasting, product planning, order fulfillment, and procurement.
- Understanding of the new product development and commercialization process.
- Team management experience, demonstrates competence in managing cross-functional project teams.
- Ability to foster motivation within the project team to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical, communication, critical thinking, and problem solving skills required.
- Experience in working within a global and culturally diverse organization.
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