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Your Tasks
Proactively and simultaneously manage multiple (5+) generic and new chemical entity (NCE) drug substance manufacturing projects at Bachem Americas for non-GMP, clinical and commercial GMP use
Ensure that project deliverables and timelines are met as stipulated in customer purchase orders and agreements/contracts (Non-Disclosure Agreement, Master Supply Agreement, Quality Agreement, Developmental Agreement, Statement of Work)
Once project is completed, perform closing activities such as shipping, storage, and invoicing of product
Interface with project management functions at other Bachem manufacturing sites (Vista, CA and Bubendorf, Switzerland) to track progress of projects ordered within the Americas
Consistently communicate timely and project progress updates and/or issues to customers via email and teleconferences
Effectively manage customer review, approval and delivery (where applicable) of manufacturing-related documents (batch records, analytical method and validation protocols/reports, CofA’s, and release specifications)
Facilitate in project-related discussions both internally and externally and generate meeting notes and action items
Serve as liaison between customer contacts and technical staff at Bachem manufacturing sites
Provide feedback internally on project-related proposal requests as needed
Update Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and CRM software to reflect real-time project status/requirements
Schedule, organize, and document customer visits (technical and quality/audit-related) to manufacturing sites
Collaborate with Contract Manager to ensure the feasibility of compliance within all contracts and agreements
Maintain close communication with Sales Team to ensure they are kept informed on project interactions with customers
Communicate monthly project status, closing, and financials to Bachem upper management
Participate in sales process whenever needed
Assist/train sales force and other key personnel in manufacturing capabilities and associated services
Special projects will be assigned on occasion
Travel may be required as business demands dictate
Your Profile
Minimum B.S. in Science (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or similar) field
3-5 years pharm/biotech experience
1-3 years of project management experience
1-2 years in customer-facing role, such as Sales, consulting, or Project Management in the pharma, biotech or medical device industry
Ability to understand financial aspects of customer accounts (Payment terms, pre-payment requirements, forecasting)
Excellent computer skills, especially MS Office, CRM (Salesforce), Master Control, Document-sharing (SharePoint, ShareFile), ERP (SAP, Lawson M3), Online and video-conferencing meetings (WebEx); MS Project
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to effectively organize, multitask, and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven work environment