Project Manager

Reporting to the Head of Project Management, the Project Manager will own and drive allocated projects, particularly new product development projects, product life cycle management projects and strategic business improvement projects from initiation through to project closure. Norbrook has a diverse product portfolio with a high level of complexity. The successful candidates will be responsible for executing on multiple overlapping projects and providing technical expertise to bring successful new products to market and deliver life cycle management projects on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Main Activities/Tasks

• Work closely with other project managers within the team and the departmental manager to establish and drive best practices within project execution
• Support the development of portfolio management framework and company initiatives where required.
• Define, develop, plan and manage projects. Develop project scope, budgets, and timelines, and project status reports.
• Manage project schedule and scope to ensure both remain on track. Initiate and implement appropriate actions
• Drive effective risks & issues management, ensuring processes are in place and effectively used. Ensure problems are resolved and escalate as appropriate.
• Ensure lessons learned are implemented across current and future projects
• Work collaboratively and lead meetings with cross functional teams including personnel in Scientific, Regulatory, Quality, Purchasing, Operations, Commercial and Finance on new product development and life cycle management to resolve any issues.
• Ensure effective cross-functional teamwork among project team members
• Present at external and/or internal meetings/presentations/stakeholder communications

Essential Criteria:
Applicants must therefore demonstrate the following essential criteria on their application form in order to be considered:

• Relevant third level qualification with strong scientific focus
• At least 7 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical or related regulated Industry with a minimum of 5 years in Project Management
• Demonstrated ability to deliver projects on time and within budget
• Excellent influencing & communication skills
• Ability to effectively lead cross-functional matrix teams
• Demonstrated ability to identify risks and implement solutions to maintain project timelines & budgets
• Proven track record of effective project management using project management tools & processes
• Ability to drive change at all levels to accelerate project plans
• Excellent organisation skills & attention to detail

Desirable Criteria:
Due to the nature of the role preference will be given to applicants demonstrating the following desirable criteria:

• Prince2/PMP Project Management Certification (or similar standard)
• Proficient in use of MS Project
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical regulatory guidelines
• Duration: Full Time, Permanent
• Location: Newry
• Additional Information:
• Applicants should be able to provide proof that they have a right to work in the UK at the time of their application. Applicants who are unable to provide this proof will not be considered.
• We regret that applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted.

Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk

Norbrook Laboratories Limited employs a workforce with members of all sections of the community and is committed to appointing people purely on the basis of merit. In accordance with our equal opportunities policy, we would particularly like to welcome applicants from the Protestant Community.