Project Manager, Own-Co-Development

Do you have a talent for project management combined with a commercial mindset and a good understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes Then you might be our new Project Manager within the area of own-/co-development at Orifarm

About the job

As Project Manager you will become part of the Program Management Office (PMO). You will become responsible for managing the pipeline of own-/co-developed pharma products from early product qualification through development and until market launch.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Building maintaining and optimizing a project plan throughout the project lifetime
• Monitoring project progress and ensuring tasks and deliverables are completed within deadline
• Ensuring cross-functional alignment between internal stakeholders such as Business Development Quality Regulatory Affairs Supply Chain and Sales
• Facilitating external alignment with development partners (CDO/CDMO)
• Challenging specialists within the core team in a constructive way to optimize the project progression and time-to-market
• Ensuring compliance with our Stage Gate model and drive the project through the established governance
• Creating transparency through reporting and communicating on project status risks and financials in all levels of the organization including regular reporting and escalation to management
• Contributing to the continued development and optimization of the processes and tools
• Ad hoc support with data processing and analysis

Who are you

We are looking for a candidate with a commercial mindset and a solid understanding of pharmaceutical development. We imagine that you have a scientific degree in Pharmacy Chemistry Chemical Engineering Biomedicine or related disciplines. Preferably combined with relevant industry experience.

In addition we envision that you bring:

• An independent structured and proactive personality with a can-do attitude
• A team-oriented approach with a solid understanding of cross-functional dynamics and excellent communication skills in both speech and writing

• A strong business-acumen and a dedication to successfully completing tasks

• Great problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate and simplify complexity
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• A commercial mindset with a good understanding of financial key figures and strong analytical skills
• An understanding of pharmaceutical development and/or manufacturing
• Fluency in Danish and English in both writing and speech
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Who are we

As part of the PMO you will join an ambitious and collaborative team. We offer a dynamic and international environment where you get to work cross-functionally and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. You will report to the PMO Department Manager.

Why should you join Orifarm

At Orifarm we are united by a shared purpose: improving access to affordable medicine for the people who need it. Founded in Odense in 1994 by Birgitte & Hans Bøgh-Sørensen we have built our business on challenging conventional thinking to make affordable high-quality pharmaceuticals more accessible across Europe. Rather than developing new medicines we focus on finding smarter ways to bring existing treatments to patients creating value for pharmacies healthcare systems and society.

We live by the mindset Challenge Accepted. It reflects our explorer spirit and can-do attitude where challenges are perceived as opportunities. We encourage people to ask questions challenge assumptions and take ownership. Across teams functions and markets you will find a collaborative and supportive culture built on trust respect and a flat hierarchy where everyone has a voice and direct access to decision-makers.

When you join Orifarm you will be empowered to make a real impact from day one. We offer autonomy and great opportunities for career advancement enabling our employees to shape their professional development. We value flexibility and provide a hybrid work model with the possibility of working from home two days a week.

We invite you to join Orifarm if you are curious ambitious and accept the challenge of bringing better deals of medicine to millions.

We encourage everyone to apply

AtOrifarm we welcome people from all backgrounds recognizing that the best outcomes come from a diverse and inclusive work environment. Our commitment is to create an environment where different perspectives and skills drive innovation and contribute to a sustainable future. By creating such an environment we are confident that we can achieve better results together.