Associate Program Manager

• Lead and independently manage and drive the execution of the program across various compounds.
• Develop detailed project plans, breaking down tasks, setting clear milestones, and ensuring timely completion of deliverables.
• Monitor and track program progress, providing regular updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Anticipate and resolve risks, proactively managing challenges to maintain the program's timeline and objectives.
• Understand the client's strategy and ensure its implementation through effective project management.
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable tasks for cross-functional teams, ensuring all activities are aligned with the broader business goals.
• Regularly report progress to leadership and stakeholders, highlighting key milestones, challenges, and results.
• Prepare comprehensive status reports, detailing project timelines, risk mitigation efforts, and next steps.
• Ensure clear communication of updates, risks, and changes across all levels, providing timely responses to questions and concerns.
• Identify opportunities for improvement within the program and processes, implementing best practices and innovative solutions.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.

Must Have

• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in program management, ideally within the pharmaceutical, medical, or clinical fields.
• Education Qualification - M Pharm or Pharm D
• A deep understanding of Medical Affairs is essential, with experience in Clinical and Commercial areas being an added advantage.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and across cross-functional teams.
• Prior experience working with multidisciplinary teams is mandatory.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbally, with all levels of the organization.
• In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies with strong skills in creating and managing Gantt charts, tracking progress, and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to understand client strategy and translate it into clear, actionable project plans and initiatives.
• Ability to anticipate risks, proactively solve issues, and ensure projects remain on track.
• Strong leadership abilities to manage and inspire cross-functional teams. Excellent at managing relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Must be highly organized, ensuring all tasks are broken down and tracked meticulously.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, capable of managing multiple priorities.