Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager - Project Management

We are hiring for our client which is a leading manufacturer of speciality chemicals.

Position - Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager - Project Management

Location: Hyderabad

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee complete execution of customer projects, starting from sample submission through scaleup and final commercialization.
• Manage projects using StageGate principles and ensure all milestones are achieved as per plan.
• Work closely with crossfunctional teams including R&D, T&D, Production, QA/QC, SCM, Procurement, and Business Development to drive seamless project progress.
• Build and track detailed project schedules, monitor risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure OTIF delivery by proactively identifying and resolving operational or technical hurdles.
• Lead periodic project reviews and share clear progress updates with customers and internal leadership.
• Drive closure of action items and maintain accountability across all participating functions.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and presentations for senior management.

Competencies

• Strong command over project lifecycle management, StageGate processes, and commercialization workflows.
• Effective stakeholder handling and crossfunctional coordination.
• Customer relationship management with a solutionoriented approach.
• Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and problemsolving skills.
• Handson proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and project management tools such as MS Project.

Qualification

B.Tech (Chemical Engineering preferred) / M.Sc (Chemistry). MBA is desirable. PMP or similar certification will be an added advantage.

Experience

5 to 7 years of project management experience in a CDMO manufacturing setup, ideally within Agrochemicals, Specialty Chemicals, or Pharma.

Interested candidates can also email at [email removed], mentioning their current CTC, expected CTC and notice period.