Senior Client Project Manager

Senior Client Project Manager (Sr. CPM)At Kindeva – Lexington, KY, we're not just making products – we're manufacturing life-saving nasal spray medications that make a difference. The impact you will make: Join a rapidly expanding pharmaceutical CDMO where your expertise will directly enhance client engagement, product lifecycle management, and operational excellence. As a Senior Client Project Manager (Sr. CPM), you will serve as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of CDMO clients. Working cross-functionally with Quality and Technical Process Engineering teams, you will drive client satisfaction, business growth, and operational alignment throughout the product lifecycle.Growth opportunity: Our Lexington facility is experiencing exponential growth, offering exceptional opportunities for professional development and advancement. Join us during this exciting expansion phase and grow your career while contributing to meaningful healthcare solutions.Responsibilities:Client Engagement & GovernanceExecute and manage the client engagement model, including governance structure, operational communications, and business performance reviewsManage routine client communication, escalation, and notifications to ensure transparency and alignmentServe as the primary interface between clients and Kindeva, ensuring the timely delivery of product and process informationOperational ManagementCollaborate across Quality, Manufacturing, and Technical Operations to support client and product needsOrganize and oversee product transfers to manufacturingDevelop and maintain project trackers, schedules, process flows, and Gantt charts for kickoff and ongoing client projectsTrack and coordinate project change controls through completionBusiness Planning & Process ImprovementExecute goals and accountabilities based on agreed-upon objectives and resultsSupport operational and business planning, including forecasting, budgeting, and performance trackingShare best practices across functions and maintain standard operating procedures to ensure consistency and qualityReview and execute process improvement initiatives to enhance client satisfaction and business efficiencyCross-Functional CollaborationCollaborate with other functional areas to achieve Client Portfolio & Relationship Management strategic objectivesNotify line management and Quality leadership of potential issues or risks promptlyCoordinate with Manufacturing Science & Technology (MST) to complete product forms and support manufacturing activitiesProfessional DevelopmentPursue continuous development, training, and workload management to strengthen professional and leadership capabilitiesQualifications:Minimum Qualifications Required:BS in engineering/related degree or equivalent experience5+ years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 3 years with a Master's degreePrevious work experience in GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing and technical transfersWorking knowledge of cGMP, GAMP5, and regulatory requirementsPreferred Qualifications:Experience working with nasal spray products/devices or related drug-delivery technologiesStrong technical and nontechnical communication skillsExperience supporting client/regulatory audits and follow-up responsesExtensive technical writing experience