Technical Project Management Lead (f/m/d) Full-time Job

In this position you will play a key role in driving the end-to-end CMC strategy for AOP Health’s programs — overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of CMC activities across the Technical Development (TD) organization.

What Your Day To Day Will Look Like

Establish end-to-end planning, execution, and oversight of CMC development and lifecycle management (LCM) activities across AOP’s portfolio

Set up and lead TD matrix teams and subteams, ensuring adherence to quality standards, timelines, budgets, and deliverables, while proactively managing risks

Define short-, mid-, and long-term technical program strategies and translate them into robust, actionable plans

Ensure close alignment and effective communication between TD teams, program teams, and brand teams to enable fast, informed decision-making and timely escalation when needed

Provide clear prioritization by distinguishing between mandatory deliverables and nice-to-haves, ensuring optimal resource allocation

Drive a unified project management approach across TD by implementing standardized tools and systems

Support continuous improvement initiatives within TD and with key stakeholders (QM, RA, SCM, PMO, etc.)

Oversee the planning, management, and controlling of program budgets

Proactively communicate key issues, risks, and mitigation plans to relevant stakeholders and management

Provide technical input for due diligence processes and portfolio expansion opportunities, and support business case development

Your Qualifications and Experience

Advanced degree (PhD or Master’s) in a technical or scientific discipline, preferably in chemistry, biotechnology, pharmaceutical sciences, or process engineering.

Solid expertise in at least one CMC area (e.g., process development, analytical development, technical writing, or manufacturing) with broad understanding across the CMC domain.

Solid project management skills (PMP certification or similar is an asset) and experience with widely used digital project management tools like MS Project, Planisware, Smartsheets etc.

Minimum 5 years of professional experience in a CMC environment (e.g., GMP manufacturing).

Familiarity with EMA/FDA/ICH/WHO/global regulatory frameworks.

Experience with investigations, OOSs, deviations, and CAPAs is a plus.

Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional matrix teams and represent TD’s perspective.

Strong ownership mindset with proactive drive to move workstreams forward.

Strategic thinker who can translate the big picture into clear operational goals.

Collaborative, customer-oriented approach with strong stakeholder management skills

Proven ability to drive Operational Excellence initiatives (Lean / Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent preferred)

Excellent communication, presentation, and writing skills in English; basic German is an advantage.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Experience with end-to-end budget planning and management.

Our Offer

An open corporate culture with the opportunity to contribute your own ideas

Working independently in a collegial and committed team

Modern working environment with good public transport connections (U4 - Heiligenstadt)

Flexible working hours (flexitime/time-out days), bonus scheme, additional benefits and employee events

Structured onboarding and support through a buddy system

Gross annual salary provided for this function is a minimum of EUR 80.000.- based on full-time employment (38,5h/week). Any potential overpayment depends on professional experience and qualifications.

AOP Health is a global enterprise group with roots in Austria, where the headquarters of AOP Orphan Pharmaceuticals GmbH is located. Since 1996, the AOP Health Group has been dedicated to developing innovative solutions to address unmet medical needs, particularly in the fields of rare diseases and intensive care medicine. The group has established itself internationally as a pioneer in integrated therapy solutions and operates worldwide through subsidiaries, representations, and a strong network of partners.
With the claim "Needs. Science. Trust." the AOP Health Group emphasizes its commitment to research and development, as well as the importance of building relationships with physicians and patient advocacy groups to ensure that the needs of these stakeholders are reflected in all aspects of the companys actions.
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