Project Manager, Commercial Launch Readiness

Planet Group
Cambridge, MA


The Role

The Senior Project Manager will serve as an active leader and contributor to key commercialization projects, partnering closely with Marketing leads and cross-functional teams to connect strategy to delivery. This role will work hand-in-hand with Commercialization colleagues to drive innovation and operational excellence across critical business areas, including: Launch Readiness, Alliance Coordination, Strategic & Tactical Planning, Governance, and Continuous Improvement.

This is an ideal role for someone who thrives in dynamic, cross-functional environments—someone who leads through influence, brings structure to complexity, and keeps teams focused on what matters most.

Responsibilities:

Leads with initiative and a strong sense of ownership across project discipline and strategic focus in Commercialization efforts. Operates as a self-directed driver who proactively structures project work, escalates risks, and enables informed decision-making across cross-functional teams.
Leads commercialization and launch readiness initiatives in partnership with the Marketing lead as a high-impact project leader, shaping direction, aligning stakeholders, and ensuring execution.
Partners closely with Project Leads to co-develop and operationalize cross-functional plans, identifying overlaps, streamlining workstreams, and coordinating with alliance partners.
Ensures clear project strategy and visibility across cross-functional stakeholders.
Ensures effective collaboration, including efficient and outcome-driven team meetings, agendas, guide discussions, and track follow-ups that drive accountability.
Maintains and communicates accurate project timelines and status updates, working with stakeholders to keep deliverables on track and risks mitigated.
Creates the conditions for a high-performing team, building momentum, clarity, and cohesion across cross-functional collaborators.
Owns project documentation and communications, ensuring updates are clear, timely, and tailored to executive and governance audiences.
Embody and model client’s culture of accountability, curiosity, and collaboration in how you lead and deliver.
Requirements

BA/BS required plus 5 years’ experience; MBA plus 3 years’ experience or other related advanced degree strongly preferred.
3-5 years of experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech company is required.
Experience in-market approval and/or commercial launch phases is required.
3-5 years PM experience managing global and in market cross-functional project management, including process improvement / change initiatives.
Proven ability to drive complex, interdependent projects by managing timelines, budgets, and resolving cross-team issues.
Strong collaboration skills with a track record of aligning cross-functional teams and driving outcomes.
Oncology/Hematology experience is required.
Moreover, You Meet The Following Professional Requirements

You bring a proactive mindset and a strong sense of ownership, spotting what needs to be done and driving it forward with clarity and purpose.
You connect across levels and functions, guiding teams toward shared outcomes through credibility, empathy, and clear communication.
You follow through with impact, ensuring goals are met and people stay connected to the outcome.
Strong communication skills and confidence engaging across levels, from team discussions to leadership forums.
A structured, organized approach to managing complexity, with a focus on clarity, accountability, and momentum.
Skill in building, owning, and adapting project timelines, while keeping workstreams aligned and stakeholders engaged.
Sound judgment when sorting through competing inputs, with the ability to prioritize what moves the work forward.
Attention to detail with an eye on the bigger picture, balancing tactical execution with broader goals.
Curiosity and a drive to ask better questions, always looking for smarter ways to work.
Comfort navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities in a fast-moving, cross-functional environment.

Posted 2025-09-30

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