Associate Director, Rfp & Project Management - Tapi Rho

Associate Director, Rfp & Project Management - Tapi
Rho
Lombardia, Rho

Associate Director, RFP & Project Management - TAPI Date: Jan 31, 2025 Location: Rho, Italy, 20071 Job Id: 60628 At TAPI, we're not just a company—we're a community committed to advancing health from the core. As the world's leading supplier of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), we partner with 80% of the top 50 global pharmaceutical companies. With a legacy spanning over 80 years and a portfolio of more than 350 products, as well as custom CDMO services, we're shaping the future of health worldwide. Our strength lies in our people—a team of over 4, 200 professionals across 13 state-of-the-art facilities in Italy, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Israel, Mexico, and India. Together, we innovate, solve problems, and deliver excellence. Join us and be part of a mission that transforms lives. Location of the position This role is available anywhere in Europe. The opportunity Are you ready to play a pivotal role in driving the success of our customer-facing processes? We are looking for a dynamic Associate Director, RFP and Project Management to join our team. In this critical position, you will report directly to the Director of Program Management and focus on managing the Request for Proposal (RFP) process while supporting the execution of key CDMO projects. As the Associate Director, you will lead and manage the RFP process to ensure timely and accurate responses. You will coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver project results within established timelines and support the execution of specific CDMO projects, ensuring alignment with customer expectations and company goals. We are seeking someone with a strong technical-scientific background in the pharmaceutical industry and proven experience in coordinating cross-functional teams. A results-driven mindset with a passion for delivering high-quality outcomes is essential. How you'll spend your day RFP Coordination: Lead the RFP process from initiation to submission, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and internal standards. Coordinate input from cross-functional teams, including R&D, Operations, and Business Development, to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality responses. Project Management: Support the management of specific customer projects, ensuring timely delivery of milestones, managing risks, and maintaining clear communication with internal and external stakeholders. Customer Communication: Serve as a primary point of contact for clients during the RFP and project execution phases, ensuring alignment on timelines, deliverables, and expectations. Team Coordination: Facilitate collaboration among technical subject matter experts (SMEs) to address customer needs and provide optimal solutions. Reporting and Updates: Prepare and share regular progress reports, flagging potential risks and proposing mitigation strategies to keep projects on track. Risk Management: Identify and address risks throughout the RFP and project lifecycle, ensuring contingency plans are in place. You are you You will have over 3 years of experience in the CDMO sector, focusing on managing RFPs and/or CDMO projects. You should have experience in peptides and small molecule development and manufacturing. You will bring a scientific background in (peptides) chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences or related field. You should possess expertise in managing complex RFP processes, excellent organizational and project management skills, effective communication and interpersonal abilities, and the capability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong strategic agility and business acumen, along with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Teams, and Project, are essential. Cost modeling experience is preferred. This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to high-impact pharmaceutical projects by driving excellence in RFP and project management. You'll work closely with a diverse and talented team in a collaborative environment that supports innovation and professional growth. Reports To Head of CDMO Program Management TAPI Teva's Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment 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. J-18808-Ljbffr