Lead Program & Project Management - R&D

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait.  

We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries.   

For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets).  

‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable.  Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency 

Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization. 

Job Description:

The primary responsibility of ‘Lead – R&D Program & Project Management’ will be to lead the execution of R&D programs working with product development, clinical development, and other relevant teams. The person will be accountable for creating, communicating, and executing project plans and delivering program milestones on time and within budget.

The person must enable, identify, record, and communicate program decisions, issues, risks, mitigation plan, budget updates and other key aspects of the program in a timely and effective manner to meet program objectives.

Lead – R&D Program & Project Management reports to Head - Program & Project Management (Product Delivery) and works in a matrix structure with various functions like development, quality, and others to execute projects/programs in alignment with overall product strategy.

Requirements:

• Expertise in managing R&D Projects / Programs
• Knowledge of project management concepts
• Expertise in using tools like MS-Projects, Plan View etc.
• Knowledge of Biologics development process, CMC, Clinical, Manufacturing and Regulatory domains. Understanding of product portfolio selection processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively through various tools.
• Expert in managing cross-functional teams in a matrix environment.
• Demonstrates ASPIRE* behaviours, leadership and has good interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and capable of solving problems through analytical skills, experience, and innovative solutions.
• Should be flexible to travel if needed.

* ASPIRE:

Aspirational growth mindset.

Speed and rigor in execution.

People leadership.

Innovation.

Results driven.

Excellence focus.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Management and execution of one or more R&D programs and projects.
• Accountable for creating program/project plans, meeting program schedule, budget spends, and timely execution of project tasks.
• Leads the project teams, defines project scope, and goals, controls the project scope.
• Interacts with all functions ensuring continuous and accurate communication across teams and stakeholders.
• Ensures identification and communication of project issues and risks.
• Develops project risk plan and manage risk mitigation strategies.
• Provides win-win solutions to potential conflict situations.
• Leads review meetings and provides updates and reports as required.

Experience:

• 5-7 years of successful R&D program / project management experience.

Education / Training:

• M. Pharma/ MS / MBA or bachelor’s degree
• PMI / IPMA certification (Preferable)

About the Department

Biologics

Currently operates in the Global Biosimilars business - a segment that is poised for attractive and sustained growth over the next 10–15-year time horizon.

With a robust portfolio of biosimilar products across key therapeutic areas, covering ~US$80+ Bn in innovator sales – future business pipeline covers a variety of product classes and therapy areas, and new modalities. Fully integrated organization with over two decades of experience in developing, manufacturing and commercializing multiple biosimilar products.

With a Product Development engine that has end-to-end capabilities – in-house clone development, upstream and downstream process development, bioanalytical development and proprietary formulation.

Supported by a Clinical and Regulatory team with experience in executing complex biosimilar programs with innovative global trial designs.

We have a proven experience in commercial-scale manufacturing across a variety of technology platforms with global quality standards and a highly competitive cost structure

Rich experience of commercializing high-quality biosimilars in multiple markets with over 900,000 patients having benefited from our products till date.

Benefits Offered
At Dr. Reddy’s we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs.
The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy’s are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself.

Our Work Culture
Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy’s why they come to work every day and they’ll say, because Good Health Can’t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we’re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic.
For more details, please visit our career website at https://careers.drreddys.com/#!/