Senior Executive - Project Management (Discovery Biology)

Job Description

Designation: Senior Executive - Project Management (Discovery Biology) Job Location: Bangalore Department: Global Program Management About Syngene Incorporated in 1993, Syngene International Ltd. is an innovation-focused global discovery, development, and manufacturing organization providing integrated scientific services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, nutrition, animal health, consumer goods, and specialty chemical industries around the world. Syngene s clientele includes world leaders such as Bristol-Myers Squibb, Baxter, Amgen, GSK, Merck KGaA, and Herbalife. Its innovative culture is driven by the passion of its 4240- strong team of scientists who work with clients from around the world to solve their scientific problems, improve R&D productivity, speed up time to market and lower the cost of innovation. Job Purpose: This role requires the incumbent to support the Project Manager in coordinating discovery biology projects. Key Responsibilities:
• Carry out end-to-end project transactions on SAP viz. resource/ budget allocation, milestone creation and update
• Generate reports from SAP for timesheet, budget utilization, purchase history, resource mapping
• Update the MIS on SAP/project online tool for milestone dates, milestone values for accurate sales tracking
• Prepare project reports from the existing enterprise management database-dash boards/MIS
• Track and report team hours, budget and resource utilization
• Prepare paperwork for shipment and facilitate material logistics by coordinating with supply chain, carrier, external and internal customers
• Coordinate end-to-end cross-functional project operations and multi-disciplinary activities to ensure that project deliverables are met
• Maintain trackers for routine operations (viz. export/ import shipments) and monitor KPIs
• Support system audits (internal and external) by accurate maintenance of SAP records
• Liaise with finance team to ensure appropriate revenue recognition, and timely and accurate invoicing
• As necessary, support the team in organizing client visits, audits and related activities
• Work with the supervisor in implementing operational best practices
• Support strategic initiatives by providing high-quality data in a timely and accurate manner
• Role will report to senior project manager and second-in-line to the portfolio lead
Educational Qualification:
• Masters in life sciences
• PMP certification/ Synpro academy certification (Stage 1 & 2) desirable but not mandatory
Technical/Functional Skills:
• Excellent working knowledge with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and/or MS Projects
Experience:
• 3-6 years of prior Project coordinator experience in Pharma / CRO.
Behavioral Skills:
• Team player and good interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task and independently handle cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders
• Proficiency in Communication skills (English - both oral and written).
• Listening and responding skills
• Commitment to Safety
• Driving customer satisfaction
• Good time-management skills
Equal Opportunity Employer: It is the policy of Syngene to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable legislation or local law. In addition, Syngene will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.,

Keyskills :
customer relationssalesmiscustomer servicecontinuous improvement facilitationdelivery