Pharmaceutical Project Lead  Lagos

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW: Prestigious Consulting Group is actively recruiting for a Pharmaceutical Project Lead position in  Lagos. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Pharmaceutical sector looking to advance their careers in Nigeria's dynamic job market.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE: We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile: • Experience Level: 7 - 10 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Pharmaceutical • Location Preference: in  Lagos

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS IN NIGERIA: The Pharmaceutical Project Lead position is an important role within Nigeria's Pharmaceutical sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS This role in Pharmaceutical offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations in Nigeria.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE: When applying for this Pharmaceutical Project Lead position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 7 - 10 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Pharmaceutical field • Any certifications or specialized training • Proficiency in relevant software and tools

🌍 NIGERIA JOB MARKET CONTEXT: The Pharmaceutical sector in Nigeria continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. With Nigeria's growing economy and increasing foreign investment, this position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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Prestigious Consulting is a professional HR consultancy firm. We focus on improving organizational performance through strategic people & process management. We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Pharmaceutical Project Lead

Location:  Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced PharmaceuticalProject Lead to coordinate and deliver pharmaceutical manufacturing projects from planning through commercial readiness. The successful candidate will oversee project execution, manufacturing scale-up, GMP compliance initiatives, contract manufacturing partnerships, regulatory coordination, and commercialization activities The role requires strong project management skills, pharmaceutical industry knowledge, and the ability to coordinate manufacturers, technical consultants, regulators, investors, and other stakeholders.

Lead pharmaceutical manufacturing projects from planning through execution and commercial readiness. Develop project plans, budgets, timelines, milestones, and delivery strategies. Coordinate manufacturing scale-up, operational readiness, and contract manufacturing arrangements. Coordinate GMP assessments, remediation plans, and compliance improvement initiatives. Manage project-related NAFDAC registration activities and coordinate regulatory submissions with relevant specialists. Support WHO GMP and WHO Prequalification initiatives where applicable. Prepare and review feasibility studies, business cases, project reports, and investment support documents. Manage relationships with pharmaceutical manufacturers, consultants, suppliers, regulators, investors, and technical partners. Monitor project risks, budgets, timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder commitments. Identify pharmaceutical manufacturing and investment opportunities. Provide regular project updates and escalate implementation challenges to management.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Timely delivery of project milestones against approved plans. Adherence to approved project budgets and timelines. Completion and tracking of assigned GMP remediation actions. Progress against agreed regulatory and registration milestones. Completion of contract manufacturing and operational readiness milestones. Quality and timely submission of feasibility studies and project reports. Effective risk management, stakeholder coordination, and issue resolution. Achievement of agreed manufacturing and commercialization milestones.

Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Industrial Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Technology, Biochemistry, Industrial Chemistry, or a related discipline. 7–10 years’ relevant experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, technical operations, regulatory affairs, GMP compliance, or pharmaceutical project management. Demonstrated experience coordinating projects, managing deliverables, and working with multiple stakeholders. Good understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, GMP requirements, and NAFDAC regulatory procedures. Experience in manufacturing scale-up, contract manufacturing, GMP remediation, or product commercialization is an advantage. Experience in pharmaceutical consulting, manufacturing advisory, or investment-related projects is desirable. Strong project planning, problem-solving, reporting, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and travel when required. PMP, PRINCE2, or a similar project management certification is an advantage.

N600,000 - N700,000 monthly. Application Closing Date

3rd November, 2026. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using "Application – Pharmaceutical Project Lead" as the subject of the email.