Project manager - Project Management Services

Overview

Support global project management from Sanofi's Global M&S Services hub in Hyderabad, covering project charters, tracking, risk, planning, reporting, change, supplier management and closure.

What you'll do

• Support development of project charters aligned with business objectives.
• Establish and maintain systems to track progress, resources and costs, including timely tracking of activities against schedule and cost parameters.
• Support feasibility studies, risk assessments and mitigation planning, and implement effective risk management practices.
• Assist in conducting market research and competitive analysis.
• Create comprehensive project plans and maintain schedules, including key milestones.
• Set up and track the project in a project management tool (e.g., Planisware) and maintain resource management capabilities for governance and analytics.
• Support communication and stakeholder management plans and assist in coordinating core and extended team activities.
• Create and maintain the action and decision log, support team management documentation, and assist in maintaining quality and regulatory documents.
• Prepare financial reports and provide regular project updates.
• Support and document project changes, including finance, resources and scope, and handle cost calculations and change orders.
• Support supplier research and selection, including tender creation and contract negotiation, and monitor supplier performance and manage ordering and invoicing.
• Facilitate administrative and system closure of projects, archive documentation and deliverables, prepare for transition to manufacturing teams, and facilitate project reviews and lessons learned sessions.
• Perform regular monthly MIS updates for projects covering cost, schedule, scope, risk, stakeholders, key milestones and other project reporting.

What you'll need

• Proven track record of operational and financial responsibilities, as well as resource allocation.
• Knowledge of combination product development, final assembly, primary containers and packaging changes.
• Knowledge of MSP tools and digital project management systems.
• Technical expertise in medical devices or pharmaceuticals.
• Strong communication skills, effective in a complex, global organization.
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Agile thinker and learner, adaptable to dynamic environments.
• Strong software and computer skills.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong technical aptitude and analytical thinking.
• Ability to anticipate risks and guide teams to strategic solutions.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, ERP systems).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in project management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Fluent in English.

Nice to have

• Advanced degree in an engineering or scientific discipline.
• Project management certification (PMI/PMP).

Details

• Location: Hyderabad.