Interim Head of Product Management

3 weeks ago

Mississauga, Canada LHH Knightsbridge Full time

IMMEDIATE INTERIM OPPORTUNITY

Interim Head of Product Management

Reports To: Chief Operating Officer

Duration: 12 to 24 months

Location: West Toronto

Hybrid Working (2 Days a week onsite)


Our client, a Canadian pharmaceutical organization, is seeking an Interim Head of Product Management to join their team and serve a crucial role as part of the Executive Leadership Team. In this role you will be responsible for providing expertise to ensure the successful lifecycle management of all new product launches including development and execution of critical strategic priorities, implementation of project management practices, process improvement initiatives, cooperation with suppliers and achieving the desired results. Also, critical will be building relationships with CMOs and other key partners.


Key Accountabilities:

  • Build and mentor a high-performing product management/development team, including goal setting and evaluation against KPIs and objectives.
  • Responsible for product management team budget.
  • Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages continuous improvement, professional growth and development.
  • Identify market trends and opportunities to drive product innovation and differentiation.
  • Collaborate with key internal stakeholders such as Research & Development, Sale/Marketing/Business Development, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, Finance, and Supply Chain throughout all stages of the project.
  • Create and communicate project plans and frameworks including milestones.
  • Oversee the end-to-end product development process, from concept to commercialization with a particular focus on regulation, quality and supply chain.
  • Manage and take charge of implementing all new products and CMO projects from the signing of the term sheet to after the commercial launch.
  • Conduct regular meetings with external and internal stakeholders to address risks, oversee project details, and facilitate escalations.
  • Create detailed project statements/charters, including timelines, budgets and tracking and reporting tools.
  • Conduct market research to identify customer needs, competitive landscape, and potential product gaps.
  • Analyse data to inform product development decisions and prioritize initiatives based on market demand and business potential.
  • Lead cross-functional project teams, ensuring timely and successful product launches.
  • Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.
  • Ensure all products meet stringent quality and regulatory standards.
  • Collaborate with regulatory affairs to navigate the approval process for new products.
  • Implement and maintain robust quality control procedures throughout the product development lifecycle.
  • Keep the senior leadership team informed on project status particularly as it relates to challenges or issues, and to align product development goals with overall business objectives.
  • Support the Chief Operating Officer and other leaders in organizing the onboarding process and prioritizing new product opportunities identified by R&D and Business Development.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, contract manufacturers, and external partners.
  • Negotiate contracts and manage partnerships to support product development goals.


Competencies and Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or a related field. An advanced degree (MBA, PharmD, or equivalent) is preferred.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in pharmaceutical product development.
  • Proven track record of successful product launches in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly around regulation, quality and supply chain.
  • Experience developing and evaluating KPIs and dashboards.
  • Strong knowledge of FDA regulations, cGMP product launches, and other relevant regulatory requirements.
  • Excellent project and change management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, PMP a definite asset.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a continuous improvement mindset and approach.
  • Exceptional leadership experience with the ability to inspire and manage a team.



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LHH Knightsbridge Interim Management is a service to help our clients address a wide range of scenarios including leadership support due to sudden departures, driving key change initiatives or leading transformation projects. Our interim executives step in with minimal downtime to meet specific objectives and deliver results. All have held senior positions in the past and have now chosen to offer their unique depth and breadth of experience to organizations on a limited engagement basis.


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