Summary The Drug Substance Project Manager is accountable to lead plan and organize project activities for lifecycle changes at established external API supply points to support and achieve the strategic objectives of the overall program About the Role Key Responsibilities Is accountable to plan and deliver the project and its activities in accordance with the mission and the goals of the organization Develop and implement long-term goals key milestone planning and objectives to achieve the successful outcome of the project Ensure that project activities operate within the policies and procedures of the organization Ensure that project activities comply with all relevant legislation and professional standards Develop forms and records to document project activities Work with key stakeholders to establish plans and goals for each project Work closely with program managers to track progress and provide updates on any changes in strategy or priorities Drives project related communication stakeholder management facilitates across functions to ensure awareness alignment and buy-in Report to Program Manager on the progress of individual projects within the overall program Identify and evaluate the risks associated with project activities and take appropriate action to control the risks Defining and proceeding corrective actions Supports Life Cycle process improvement initiatives Ensure compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements including record management and continuous improvement of quality relevant processes within area of responsibility Orchestrates project teams that contribute to the project Essential Requirements 5-10 years within similar role and complexity Strong leadership capabilities decision making result oriented challenge capability negotiation support others stakeholder mgt Superior knowledge about Supply Chain LCM processes Experience in Supply Chain Management in Pharmaceutical Industry Extensive Project Management experience Intercultural experience and ability to act in a complex and rapidly changing business environment Basic understanding of the cGxP s Desirable Requirements Degree in Science or Business Administration Why Novartis Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science It takes a community of smart passionate people like you Collaborating supporting and inspiring each other Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients lives Ready to create a brighter future together https www novartis com about strategy people-and-culture Join our Novartis Network Not the right Novartis role for you Sign up to our talent community to stay connected and learn about suitable career opportunities as soon as they come up https talentnetwork novartis com network Benefits and Rewards Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we ll help you thrive personally and professionally https www novartis com careers advantages-rewards Division Operations Business Unit Universal Hierarchy Node Location India Site Hyderabad Office Company Legal Entity IN10 FCRS IN010 Novartis Healthcare Private Limited Functional Area Technical Operations Job Type Full time Employment Type Regular Shift Work No Accessibility and accommodation Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process or in order to perform the essential functions of a position please send an e-mail to email protected and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information Please include the job requisition number in your message Novartis is committed to building an outstanding inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve