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Current Need:

The Private Label Program Management team is hiring a project manager to support our product lifecycle management and operational excellence initiatives. This role will lead new product launch projects in collaboration with supply partners, internal and external stakeholders, Quality, Regulatory, and Supply Chain teams. The role will also support with process improvement activities.

This position requires an energetic, adaptable, and results-focused individual with excellent communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail. Must thrive in a fast-paced environment and have demonstrated ability to influence, lead project execution, drive results, and collaborate across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Product Lifecycle Management:

Manage the introduction and the launch of generic pharmaceutical drug products from new/existing supply partners for:
First time product launch (new product, new contract manufacturer and new market)
New SKU launch from existing pharmaceutical drug product
Supplier switches
Establish and lead Product Launch Team comprising of Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, Supplier and Product Quality groups to ensure alignment towards target launch dates and to ensure that project deliverables are achieved on time
Anticipate, identify, report and highlight any potential risks, issues and challenges to the project stakeholders
Recommend and implement adjustments when required
Set clear priorities to the Product Launch Team & ensure accurate tracking and reporting of project & departmental metrics.
Maintain accurate product pipeline database detailing anticipated launch dates
Conduct post launch project review sessions to identify key lessons learned and improvement opportunities for the launch of future products
Build/maintain effective working relationships with business stakeholders to ensure successful roll out of new products
Coordinate/support other site strategic initiatives as required
Product lifecycle – Maintaining the product lifecycle status, including communicating status to internal stakeholders including Government pricing, finance, analytics, Business Development
Assist in monitoring of performance standards and related activities of contract manufacturers
Assist in ensuring NorthStar policies are conducted correctly and efficiently

Operational Excellence:

Drive strategic campaigns, process collaboration, operational excellence, and executive priority projects
Engage with cross-functional organizations to develop, document current process gaps and identify new processes
Facilitate and collaborate with key stakeholders from implementation to change management activities
Identify risks to project success and create mitigation plans; manage and negotiate win-win outcomes
Govern and manage projects via reporting and dashboards capabilities for leadership
Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure global standardization, documentation, and co-ordination efforts are adhered to
Responsible for establishing processes that improve customer experience, and simplicity of operations
Drive change management through process streamlining and digital optimization

Required / Basic Qualifications

5+ years’ experience in either Supply Chain, Healthcare, Product Lifecycle Management or Project Management role.
CAPM, PMP, Prince2 or equivalent Project Management Certificate
Proven project management skills and ability to manage multiple stakeholders/projects simultaneously
Ability to build trustful relationships internally and externally using influential skills to manage expectations
Quality oriented with rigorous attention to detail, coupled with a demonstrated track record of delivering on goals to target
Demonstrate ability to adapt to changing priorities
Excellent communication skills with ability to engage with personnel at all levels within the organization
Team player with an inclusive and collaborative mindset
Ability to work independently and make decisions based on judgement and integrity
Proven technical and problem-solving skills with the ability to transfer findings into report and presentation formats
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office tools – Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Adaptable to changing technology and ability to learn new processes and software tools as the business evolves (project management software, ppm tools)

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree in business, supply chain, science, or healthcare related field.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

General office demands. Hybrid work environment.

At McKesson, we care about the well-being of the patients and communities we serve, and that starts with caring for our people. That’s why we have a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our Total Rewards offerings serve the different needs of our diverse employee population and ensure they are the healthiest versions of themselves.

As part of Total Rewards, we are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

€53,300 - €88,800

Project Manager - Private Label (12 month FTC)

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