Site Name: USA - North Carolina - Zebulon
Posted Date: Feb 2 2026
Business Introduction We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients' needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it's vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply. We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients.
Position Summary The purpose of this role is to project manage New Product Introduction (NPI) projects and activity on behalf of the Zebulon (Zeb) site to ensure that new products are successfully introduced. New products to the Zeb. site is defined as:
New GSK products/chemical entities transferred from within GSK R&D (typically at Commit to Phase 3 / Commit to Filing and Launch Plans) In-licensing and/or 3rd Party Contract Manufacturing of products for 3rd party manufacturers or 3rd party research organizations. Global Supply Chain (GSC) / GSK business transfers. These are transfers of production from other GSC / GSK sites to Zeb.
Responsibilities This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:
Have overall responsibility for the successful project delivery of GSK Zeb. new products, product line extensions, in-licensed products, 3rd party contract manufacturing products and product transfers to the Zeb. site (also may have specified involvement in other strategically important site projects, where deemed appropriate). Project management of allocated NPI projects through development, clinical trials, registration / stability batches and validation batches, culminating in launch and commercialization. Ensure that the delivery of new products, line extensions and new technology is both successful and robust. Development of project plans, and monitoring of adherence to plans, to achieve key project milestones, whilst developing appropriate contingency and securing suitable resources. Represent Zeb. site and GSC (where required) on cross functional project teams led by GSK central / R&D groups or 3rd party organizations. Lead on-site multi-disciplinary project teams to deliver projects, which typically consist of representation from multiple functions including quality, production, engineering, logistics, finance, microbiology, analytical and technical teams (team size may be up to 20 personnel dependent on size and scope of project). Escalate any potential resource conflicts, capacity issues, supply challenges or technical difficulties to the Site Engineering, key stakeholders and / or Site Leadership Team (SLT) for support and resolution (and agree any off-site communication as appropriate) Effectively communicate and/or escalate progress on key batch activities to central functions / off-site teams as agreed.
Why You?
Basic Qualification We are seeking professionals with the following required skills and qualifications to help us achieve our goals:
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, or related field required. Knowledge of product portfolios Knowledge of technology transfer and Chemical Manufacturing and Controls process. Knowledge of GSK commercial operations Business and Technical expertise in a regulated industry program delivery Experience with regulatory processes and their requirements for global markets and individual dose forms. Experience leading on-site cross functional teams.
Complexity
This role will lead site-based project teams. Significant levels of change-management on-site will be required. Use of influencing skills across all levels of the organization including various governance forums, 3rd Party Suppliers relationships, Global Quality and Regulatory. On site influencing within the Business Units and all support functions to deliver project plans and site commitments. Matrix management of on-site cross functional teams. Regularly reporting project updates to senior management both on and off site. Lead / co-ordinate problem-solving related to project delivery Major requirement to develop network of contacts for those projects for which the incumbent is the lead.
Additional competencies
Able to demonstrate 8+ years of experience in project management of major projects Successful project management of at least two major NPI projects Evidence of effective project management at all stages of NPI project lifecycle / successful delivery of all major milestones Evidence of successful accelerated delivery of project milestones (using appropriate tools and techniques) Demonstrated delivery of successful outcomes on NPI projects Evidence of use of problem-solving tools applied to major issues encountered on projects and demonstration of successful outcomes Body of evidence of on-site & off-site meeting forums to which have made significant contribution Feedback from multiple senior stakeholders on effective performance in multiple meeting / forum situations Examples of non-NPI strategic site projects that have led or made major contribution to Feedback from project stakeholders on effectiveness of communication strategies Evidence of how have used diverse inputs and opinions to positively impact on project structure / direction Examples of positive contribution to site procedures / ways of working Examples of safety and quality improvements implemented as part of NPI delivery
Preferred Qualification If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:
Master's and/or PMP (or equivalent) preferred, with substantial NPI/manufacturing transfer experience accepted in lieu of advanced degree. The ability to plan effectively in order to deliver sustainable business change programs. Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work across the organization and interact/influence/negotiate effectively at all levels of management and peers. Ability to work well under pressure with tight timelines. Excellent consultative, listening, communications and analytical skills. Must be flexible, adaptable and a strong team player. Negotiation and conflict resolutions skills and ability to motivate highly skilled and trained individuals. High energy level, pro-active self-starter. Excellent written and oral communication skills Professional Project Management certification preferred. Black Belt of Green Belt desirable. Broad Knowledge and experience to understand the links and identification / management of Risks between the Business, Technical, Operational and Support aspects of project delivery
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