Project Manager

About the role

Woodstock Sterile Solutions is seeking a skilled and driven Project Manager to lead technical projects supporting new product development within our facility. This role is critical in managing drug development projects from feasibility through pre-commercialization, as well as overseeing technical transfers and customer product qualifications. You will serve as the primary point of contact for clients while coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within scope.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain detailed project timelines using MS Project, including task planning, resource allocation, and deliverables tracking
• Lead projects through the full lifecycle, ensuring milestones and client commitments are met
• Coordinate internal teams and client stakeholders to drive project execution and communication
• Identify risks, anticipate delays, and implement mitigation strategies
• Maintain accurate project documentation, plans, and status reports
• Track deliverables, project health, and customer satisfaction metrics
• Facilitate internal and external project meetings, including agendas and follow-ups
• Manage project-related contracts and requests
• Serve as the primary liaison for customers, ensuring strong communication and relationship management
• Support revenue tracking and billing through business systems (e.g., JDE)
• Ensure compliance with quality systems, cGMP standards, and safety requirements
• Host customer visits and provide project updates to leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Engineering, or related field (required)
• PMP certification (preferred)
• 5+ years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical development and project management
• Experience managing client-facing projects strongly preferred
• Have worked in CDMO/CMO industry
• Deep understanding of cGMP standards and FDA/ICH regulatory guidelines

Skills

• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
• Proficiency with business software tools (MS Office, project management systems, etc.)