Project Manager

Project Manager

Job Overview

Reporting to the Head of Project Management, the Project Manager will lead and deliver assigned projects across Norbrook’s diverse and complex product portfolio. This includes new product development, product life cycle management, and strategic business improvement initiatives.

You will take ownership of projects from initiation through to closure, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The role demands strong technical expertise, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to manage multiple overlapping projects in a fast-paced environment.

As part of Norbrook’s Project Management Team, you’ll gain a unique 360° view of the business, working across multiple functions and project types. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and success of innovative projects and products that make a real impact in the veterinary pharmaceutical sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead projects from initiation to closure, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Regulatory, Quality, Operations, Commercial, and Finance.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, timelines, and status reports using Project Management processes and systems.
• Manage risks, issues, and change control processes effectively.
• Drive continuous improvement and implement lessons learned across projects.
• Support portfolio management and contribute to company-wide initiatives.
• Present at external and/or internal meetings/presentations/stakeholder communication

Essential Criteria:

• Applicants must therefore demonstrate the following essential criteria on their application form in order to be considered:
• Relevant third level qualification, preferably with a strong scientific focus
• At least 5 years in Project Management
• Demonstrated ability to deliver projects on time and within budget
• Excellent influencing & communication skills
• Ability to effectively lead cross-functional matrix teams
• Demonstrated ability to identify risks and implement solutions to maintain project timelines & budgets
• Proven track record of effective project management using project management tools & processes
• Ability to drive change at all levels to accelerate project plans
• Excellent organisation skills & attention to detail

Desirable Criteria:

• Due to the nature of the role preference will be given to applicants demonstrating the following desirable criteria:
• Minimum of 5 years in the pharmaceutical or related regulated Industry
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical regulatory guidelines
• Prince2/PMP Project Management Certification (or similar standard)
• Experience of managing people

Duration: Full Time, Permanent

Location: Newry

Additional Information:
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• Applicants should be able to provide proof that they have a right to work in the UK at the time of their application. Applicants who are unable to provide this proof will not be considered.
• We regret that applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted.

Benefits:

• Free Life Assurance
• Company Pension Scheme
• Healthcare cash plan
• 32 days annual leave
• Wedding Leave
• Company Sick Pay
• Employee well-being initiatives
• Employee Assistance Programme
• On-site free parking
• Canteen Facilities
• Employee Perks scheme
• Employee Recognition scheme
• Career development opportunities

Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk