PolyPeptide US

Project Evaluation Manager - Torrance

Torrance, CA, US · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$90k-$130kDetected 14 days ago

API DevelopmentProject ManagementBusiness DevelopmentNegotiationSupply ChainGMPResearchMass SpectrometryCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

About the role

As Project Evaluation Manager, you will be responsible for reviewing customer requests for peptide/API development and manufacturing, assessing technical feasibility, and supporting the creation of proposal packages.

Partner with internal subject-matter experts across Process R&D, GMP Manufacturing, QA, QC, Supply Chain, and Regulatory to define the technical scope and execution strategy.
Deliver draft proposal evaluation reports to Sales, including technical scope, timeline, and cost assumptions.
Develop proposal content related to work packages, including PR&D, scale-up, GMP manufacturing, analytical development, method qualification, regulatory support, CMC support, timelines, pricing, and project milestones.
Support cross-functional costing exercises to align operational effort with financial and commercial targets.
Client Engagement and Pre-Sales Support Participate in client calls, scientific discussions, and due diligence meetings.

Experience 5 or more years of experience in peptide synthesis, process research and development, CMC development, or CDMO operations.
3 or more years of experience in proposal development, technical evaluations, tech transfer, project design, or a similar client-facing technical role.
Technical Knowledge Strong understanding of SPPS, LPPS, peptide purification, RP-HPLC, IEX, analytical development, and GMP manufacturing requirements.
Experience with peptide/API development and manufacturing in a regulated environment.

Full-Time Are you ready to turn complex science into clear, compelling project proposals?
This position serves as a critical connection point between Business Development, Sales, Process R&D, GMP Manufacturing, QA, QC, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and Project Management.
Technical Evaluation of Client Requests Review and pre-evaluate client RFIs, RFPs, process descriptions, analytical packages, quality requirements, and other technical documentation.
Assess peptide sequence complexity, synthesis feasibility, purification strategy, scale-up risks, and manufacturing considerations.
Proposal Development and Costing Translate technical assessments into comprehensive and client-friendly proposals.
Ensure proposals are consistent, compliant, competitive, and aligned with PolyPeptide's capabilities and strategic priorities.
Clarify project scope, explain technical rationale, and refine proposal content based on client feedback.
Internal Collaboration and Alignment Serve as the technical counterpart to Business Development and Sales during client interactions.

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