Junior Technical Project manager
Driven by growth, you are developing your expertise and leadership skills to take on larger and more complex challenges later in your career.
Purpose of the role
The Junior Project Manager leads projects from early FEL phases through execution to commissioning, qualification, and handover. They collaborate with cross-functional teams—Production, EHS, Quality, Finance, Maintenance, and Procurement—to deliver projects aligned with business goals.
They manage pharmaceutical projects such as equipment renewal, building modifications, and HVAC/utilities, typically handling two small-to-medium projects per year with a budget of €1–2 million. Ambitious to grow into a Project Manager role, they report to the Portfolio Manager Pharmaceutical GMP Projects.
Welcome to the team
Engineering & Site Strategy is a Center of Excellence within Pharmaceutical Operations. You will report directly to the Portfolio Manager and will support the project implementation activities for Investment Projects at the manufacturing site in Oss. With an annual budget of 20 – 40 M€ the team realizes production scale-ups and modifications on facility and /or production equipment.
Main responsibilities
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Develop and manage detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, resources, milestones, and risk assessments, ensuring alignment with business objectives
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Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams (internal and external), assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure accountability while maintaining team engagement
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Define clear, measurable goals and deliverables, maintaining a strong focus on results and proactively addressing challenges
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Act as the main point of contact for stakeholders, aligning expectations, facilitating communication, and providing regular updates on progress, risks, and achievements
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Identify and manage project risks, implement mitigation actions, and adjust plans in response to changing conditions
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Resolve issues in a timely and structured manner, making informed decisions to keep projects on track
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Monitor and report on project performance using KPIs, identifying improvement opportunities and ensuring successful delivery
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Manage project budgets and resources effectively, ensuring optimal allocation and cost control
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Ensure all deliverables meet quality and safety standards through structured reviews and compliance with project objectives
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Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying and implementing enhancements in project procedures, tools, and ways of working in collaboration with Engineering & Services and project teams
Your profile
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HBO (Polytechnic) level of thinking and working
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2+ years of experience in industrial implementation projects (pharma or food industry preferred)
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Experience with both architectural projects and technical system installations
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Strong focus on quality and safety
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Self-driven, independent, and able to prioritize effectively
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Proactive, with a hands-on “go-and-see” mindset
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Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
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Service- and customer-oriented
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Able to communicate effectively with both senior management and technical staff
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Fluent in Dutch and English, both written and spoken
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Experience with projects in execution planning and budget control
We offer
We welcome you to a truly global, dynamic and challenging environment with great opportunities for personal development. Our benefits are very competitive, and the summary below will give you an idea of what you can expect.
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Competitive salary and a 3% year-end bonus.
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35,5 days of leave.
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Attractive collective health care insurance package with considerable reduction rates.
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Solid Pension Plan.
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Incentive Plan (bonus).
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Commuting allowance.
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Numerous training, coaching and e-learning modules for long term job opportunities and development.
With Organon, your career is more than just a job — it’s a journey of purpose, impact, and leadership. Together, we are building innovative solutions that improve health and change lives around the globe. If you're ready to grow, lead, and be part of something bigger — we want to hear from you!
Secondary Job Description
Who We Are:
Organon delivers ingenious health solutions that enable people to live their best lives. We are a $6.5 billion global healthcare company focused on making a world of difference for women, their families and the communities they care for. We have an important portfolio and are growing it by investing in the unmet needs of Women’s Health, expanding access to leading biosimilars and touching lives with a diverse and trusted portfolio of health solutions. Our Vision is clear: A better and healthier every day for every woman.
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates with a diverse background. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our applicants.
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Employee Status:
Regular
Relocation:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship:
Travel Requirements: Organon employees must be able to satisfy all applicable travel and credentialing requirements, including associated vaccination prerequisites
Flexible Work Arrangements:
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Valid Driving License:
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Number of Openings:
1
Requisition ID:R540713
