Job description
Title: Project Manager
Our agency client is hiring a Project Manager for their pharma client.
Duration: Start next week until 11/1 (strong possibility for an extension)
Location: Remote (Eastern hours)
What specific background is needed, if any?
Agency background, market access preferred but not required. Ideally, this person has worked on a portfolio of brands and has shown the ability to switch gears between brands, redirect resources & energy to maintain order and workflow. Experience in compiling, updating and issuing daily hot sheets, weekly status reports, detailed timelines (prefer SmartSheet or MS Project). Familiarity/comfort working with scopes of work, and financial documents is required. Proficiency in Windows OS. Competent in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point) **MUST have experience working with pharma brands**.
Is there anything else you need to know?
The Purpose of the Project Manager is to successfully move work through the agency within cost/time/process parameters; engaging & aligning appropriate resources to complete the work. The SPM works collaboratively with Account to ensure that we have the necessary information to start projects so that we are setting ourselves up for success, and must ensure all projects move through normal workflow process, with exceptions being the exception, not the rule. The SPM should be able to confidently and clearly address issues of "How" a task is being executed or "Who" is responsible for that task, to meet deadlines ("When"). They must clearly communicate appropriate Tasks, Deadlines, and Budgets throughout the project life cycle, and ensure completion of assignments. As they grow in experience, the Senior Project Manager will look for & suggest opportunities to refine our process "How Can We Make It Better?"
They must have the following attributes & core competencies:
• Thrives (and is fulfilled) in a high-paced, deadline driven environment
• Manages multiple tasks & tight deadlines
• Must be organized and pay attention to minute details while following process/direction from senior management
• Proactively mitigates, resolves or eliminates potential challenges
• Comfortable leading a team and speaking confidently to a group
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. Must be clear & concise
• Interpersonal rapport-building skills (with internal team & outside vendors)
• Should possess a self starting personality, able to work fairly independently
• Works with a sense of urgency
• Must be able to enter data into electronic systems quickly and accurately
• Passionate about their professional development and growth
Please apply with your most recent resume.
