Project Manager III, Tech Transfers
- Toronto, ON, Canada
The typical hiring range for this position is $91,440-$114,300. · Full-time
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- Pay
- The typical hiring range for this position is $91,440-$114,300.
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical operations, external manufacturing, Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T), technology transfer, or project management.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
We’re Teva, a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. Whether it’s innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology or delivering high-quality medicine worldwide, we’re dedicated to addressing patients’ needs now and in the future. Here, you will be part of a high-performing, inclusive culture that values fresh thinking and collaboration. You'll have the room to grow, the flexibility to balance life with work, and the opportunity to better health worldwide, together.
Our Team, Your Impact
We are seeking a highly motivated Project Manager III, Tech Transfers to join our External Manufacturing team.
In this role, you will lead the end-to-end execution of technology transfers, site transfers, and major product lifecycle projects across our network of Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) and Contract Development & Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs). You will play a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, compliant with regulatory requirements, and aligned with Teva's strategic objectives.
The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously, and collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders across R&D, Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T), Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, Finance, and external manufacturing partners.
How You’ll Spend Your Day
- Lead end-to-end execution of technology transfers, site transfers, scale-ups, validations, and lifecycle management projects across external manufacturing sites.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans including scope, timelines, budgets, resources, risk assessments, and project deliverables.
- Drive cross-functional alignment between internal stakeholders and external manufacturing partners to ensure successful project execution.
- Monitor project performance, proactively identifying risks, developing mitigation strategies, and escalating issues as needed.
- Ensure projects remain on schedule, within budget, and aligned with agreed-upon scope and business objectives.
- Coordinate activities related to process validation, technical transfer documentation, regulatory submissions, and product launches.
- Partner with Quality and Compliance teams to ensure all activities meet GMP, regulatory, and Teva operational standards.
- Track project milestones and provide clear communication and updates to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
- Support supply continuity initiatives through effective planning and execution of manufacturing transfers and site switches.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to optimize project management processes across the external manufacturing network.
Your Skills and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical operations, external manufacturing, Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T), technology transfer, or project management.
- Demonstrated experience leading complex technical projects within GMP-regulated environments.
- Strong understanding of technology transfer processes, validation activities, and regulatory requirements.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.
- Strong problem-solving capabilities with a proactive and results-oriented mindset.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and influence cross-functional teams in a matrix environment.
- Advanced degree (MBA, Master's, Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, or related field).
- Experience working directly with CMOs/CDMOs.
- Experience supporting Oral Solid Dose (OSD), liquids, creams and ointments (LCO), sterile/aseptic manufacturing, or complex generics.
- PMP, PRINCE2, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent project management certification.
- PgMP certification is considered a strong asset.
- Experience managing global and cross-regional projects within pharmaceutical manufacturing organizations.
At Teva Canada we provide a rewarding and collaborative work experience, with career growth and development opportunities for employees, in a safe and caring environment! The typical hiring range for this position is $91,440-$114,300. The base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, this role may qualify for an annual bonus based on employment type. Certain positions may also be eligible for a sales commission structure as part of the overall compensation package. Beyond base pay, Teva also offers a comprehensive suite of wellness and benefits programs tailored to role and employment type, that continue to rank among the best in our industry! Our competitive offerings are designed to provide flexibility, security, and meaningful choices, empowering employees to thrive both personally and professionally throughout their journey with us.
As part of our commitment to well-being, employees may have access to:
- Teva Canada’s choices Benefit Plan including Health, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program & Virtual Health Programs
- Retirement Savings Programs
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Time for yourself or those you care about, through paid time for Vacation, Wellness days, Care/Sick days, Teva Days and Volunteer Days
- Education Assistance Program
- Recognition programs such as Employee Service Awards
- Employee Discounts
- And much more!
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Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's global policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, veteran status, national or ethnic origin or any other legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable laws. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.
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Responsibilities
Lead technology transfers, site transfers, scale-ups, validations, and product lifecycle projects across external manufacturing partners, managing scope, schedules, budgets, resources, and risks. Coordinate cross-functional teams and regulatory and quality activities, communicate progress to leadership, and support supply continuity and process improvement.
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, pharmacy, chemistry, or a related scientific discipline and at least five years of relevant pharmaceutical, manufacturing, technology transfer, or project management experience are required. Candidates should have experience leading complex projects in GMP-regulated environments, understand technology transfer, validation, and regulatory requirements, and demonstrate strong leadership, communication, organization, and stakeholder management; advanced degrees and project management certifications are preferred.
Skills
- Project Management
- Technology Transfer
- Site Transfers
- External Manufacturing
- GMP Compliance
- Project Planning
- Budget Management
- Risk Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Process Validation
- Regulatory Requirements
- Supply Continuity
- Continuous Improvement
- Problem-Solving
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Virtual Health Programs
- Retirement Savings Programs
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Vacation
- Wellness Days
- Care and Sick Days
- Volunteer Days
- Education Assistance Program
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Employee Discounts
- Annual Bonus
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Management & Leadership
- Manufacturing
- Healthcare
- Engineering
- Logistics
Keywords
- Technology Transfer
- Site Transfer
- External Manufacturing
- Contract Manufacturing Organizations
- Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations
- GMP
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
- Manufacturing Science and Technology
- Process Validation
- Scale-Up
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Regulatory Submissions
- Product Launches
- Supply Continuity
- Risk Assessment
- Project Planning
- Budget Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Oral Solid Dose
- Liquids, Creams, and Ointments
- Sterile Manufacturing
- Aseptic Manufacturing
- Complex Generics
- PMP
- PRINCE2
- Lean Six Sigma
- PgMP
- Regulatory Affairs