Project & Launch Management
• Support development and execution of pipeline and portfolio strategy by translating asset objectives into detailed, cross-functional project plans
• Provide project management support to commercial brand and launch teams in coordination with launch PM leadership
• Lead and manage all aspects of project management, including strategic and tactical planning, brand deep dives, and launch readiness activities
• Establish and facilitate team governance, ways of working, and kickoff sessions
• Plan and execute key commercial initiatives, including new asset or indication launches, and ongoing brand operations
• Facilitate cross-functional team meetings, brand leader calls, and launch deliverable sessions
• Lead launch readiness workshops and “Walk-the-Walls” exercises
Cross-Functional Coordination
• Coordinate across a highly matrixed organization including Brand Teams, Sales, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Business Analytics, Finance, Regulatory, Legal, and Promotional Compliance
• Partner with US commercialization teams to track milestones, dependencies, and deliverables
• Support collaboration with alliance partners where applicable
• Ensure alignment, accountability, and progress across all stakeholders
Project Planning, Tracking & Execution
• Develop and maintain integrated project plans, timelines, and milestone trackers
• Manage risk logs (RAID), escalation plans, and proactively mitigate project risks and issues
• Monitor progress against critical path and escalate issues as needed
• Develop and maintain key project documentation including:
o Project plans and executive timelines
o KPIs, scorecards, and status reports
o RACI, team charters, org charts, and communication plans
Governance & Reporting
• Prepare executive-ready presentations, governance materials, and pipeline updates
• Provide regular project status updates and insights to senior leadership
• Support governance forums and decision-making processes with clear, actionable reporting
• Track action items and ensure follow-up and accountability
Continuous Improvement & Strategic Support
• Serve as a trusted advisor to brand and asset teams
• Continuously improve tools, templates, and project management methodologies
Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree required (life sciences, business, or related field preferred; MBA or advanced degree a plus)
• 3–6+ years (or 5+ years preferred) of experience in pharmaceutical/biotech industry
• Experience in commercialization, pipeline strategy, launch planning, or brand strategy
• Proven experience managing complex, cross-functional projects with multiple workstreams
• Familiarity with project management methodologies, KPIs, and tools
• Consulting experience is a plus
Preferred Qualifications
• PMP certification
• Strategic planning experience within commercial (sales/marketing) organizations
• Experience working across strategic alliances
• Advanced Excel and/or Microsoft Project skills