Project Manager – Eye Care / Pharmaceutical

About the Company

Stark Pharma Solutions Inc. is a global consulting and staffing partner established in 2014, serving the Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, Biotech, and IT industries across the USA, Canada, and India. We provide specialized consulting and staffing solutions across Quality & Validation, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Project Management, and IT, with a focus on delivering tailored solutions that drive growth, operational excellence, and long-term client success.

Position: Project Manager Eye Care / Pharmaceutical
Location: North Chicago, IL
Duration: Long Term

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in the eye care or pharmaceutical industry to lead the transfer of multiple eye care products between manufacturing facilities.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing product and site transfer activities, pharmaceutical manufacturing operations, project timelines, budgets, and cross-functional teams. This individual will oversee multiple workstreams, coordinate project execution, manage risks, and ensure successful completion of product transfer initiatives within established timelines and budgets.

Key Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end product and site transfer activities between manufacturing facilities.

Develop, maintain, and track project plans, timelines, milestones, schedules, and budgets.

Coordinate cross-functional teams, including Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Operations, to ensure successful execution of product transfer projects.

Prepare, review, and maintain project documentation, status reports, progress updates, and project tracking records.

Manage multiple project workstreams and ensure timely completion of project deliverables.

Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, manage issues, and coordinate project follow-ups.

Coordinate with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure projects are completed within established timelines and budgets.

Support project planning, execution, tracking, and reporting activities throughout the project lifecycle.

Maintain effective communication with project teams, stakeholders, and management.

Support pharmaceutical manufacturing operations and product lifecycle activities related to manufacturing facility transitions.

Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency during product transfer activities.

Ensure project activities are properly documented and aligned with established project objectives.

Support risk management, issue tracking, and resolution of project-related challenges.

Required Qualifications

Proven experience as a Project Manager within the eye care, pharmaceutical, or related industry.

Prior experience managing product transfers or site transfers within the eye care/pharmaceutical industry is required.

Strong project management and coordination skills, including project planning, scheduling, and execution.

Experience managing project timelines, milestones, schedules, and budgets.

Experience managing multiple projects or workstreams simultaneously.

Knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing operations and GMP requirements.

Experience coordinating cross-functional teams, including Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Operations.

Strong stakeholder management, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Experience preparing project documentation, status reports, and progress updates.

Knowledge of project tracking tools, risk management, issue tracking, and project follow-up.

Ability to manage competing priorities and independently coordinate project activities with minimal supervision.

Experience supporting manufacturing facility transitions, pharmaceutical product lifecycle activities, or manufacturing process improvements is a plus.

How to Apply

Apply Now: Submit your updated resume to Stark Pharma Solutions Inc. for consideration.

Stark Pharma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds.