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 work for Orifarm?

At Orifarm, we know that our growth comes from the development of our employees. We are an ambitious organization with an entrepreneurial culture celebrating can-do attitudes, smarts, and hearts. Our secret to success? Valuing how different skill sets join forces to make our journey happen. 

You will experience a work environment characterized by flexibility and a strong commitment to work-life balance, understanding that the best results come from satisfied and well-supported employees. Our international setting offers great opportunities for growth and career advancement. Additionally, you can enjoy a great canteen with various delicious and healthy meals at our offices and take advantage of the massage service available at our office in Odense. We also prioritize social events and gatherings to ensure that our employees feel connected and engaged with each other. 

We regard our feedback culture as a fundamental element in the individual employee's opportunities for learning and development. When we have good results, every employee, including student workers, is part of our bonus scheme. 

About Orifarm 

At Orifarm, we aim to bring healthy days by making modern healthcare a better deal for the people and the societies we serve. Working towards our vision, we create access to affordable, high-quality pharmaceuticals and healthcare products by challenging markets and always seeking new opportunities. With our core values paving the way, we always act responsibly and constantly with our customers at the center of our attention. And everything we do is driven by our sole purpose:  

For as many as possible, as healthy a day as possible.

Orifarm is Europe's largest parallel importer of pharmaceuticals and Denmark's largest supplier of pharmaceuticals, with more than 2,400 employees.  

We encourage everyone to apply 

At Orifarm, 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. 

Job location

Odense, Denmark providing a hybrid work model with the possibility of working from home two days a week.