About the Role
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We're looking for a Packaging Program Lead to provide dedicated packaging leadership for a life sciences client managing lifecycle projects, post-submission product launches, and pre-filing engagement work. The role exists to address pipeline delays by giving packaging a clear, accountable owner across the project portfolio.
What You'll Do
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* Own the packaging workstream across the full project portfolio, representing it in all project forums
* Lead end-to-end private label launches, including labeling, packaging, and serialization
* Drive daily project execution unblocking issues, escalating as needed, and maintaining schedules
* Coordinate effectively with the remote packaging managed service
* Develop a repeatable, structured model for packaging program delivery
* Provide critical review and challenge of stakeholder technical data to ensure accuracy and feasibility
* Adapt work style to align with diverse stakeholder cultures across development and commercial teams
What You Bring
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* Project management experience in life sciences or pharmaceuticals, including GMP, supply chain, and packaging
* Experience with labeling, end-to-end implementation, and project delivery in regulated environments
* Ability to work within a matrix organization, managing multiple stakeholders and projects simultaneously
Nice to Have
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* Background in R&D development and manufacturing site operations
* Experience in solution building, process structuring, and technical data stress-testing
Why This Role
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* Real ownership: Represent and drive the packaging workstream across the entire project portfolio, not a single launch
* High-impact mandate: Directly address pipeline delays with dedicated, accountable leadership
* Regulated industry depth: Work within GMP and regulated life sciences delivery standards
* Cross-cultural stakeholder exposure: Partner across development and commercial teams with differing working styles
How to Apply
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Ready to bring dedicated packaging leadership to a life sciences project portfolio? Apply through Toptal here: https://www.toptal.com/talent/apply