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Product Management Specialist

Usp
USP
2-3 years
Not Disclosed
Hyderabad
10 May 12, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title

Product Management Analyst / Specialist


Organization Overview

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with global health and science experts to establish rigorous quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. With a presence across 20 global locations and a workforce of over 1,300 professionals, USP is committed to ensuring the availability of safe, high-quality medicines worldwide.

USP fosters a culture of scientific excellence, inclusivity, and collaboration. The organization is committed to equitable hiring practices and creating an environment that supports professional growth, mentorship, and leadership development for all employees.


Job Summary

The Product Management Analyst/Specialist will support USP’s Materials Program by managing the product pipeline and identifying new opportunities for inclusion in USP’s catalogue. The role involves evaluating potential reference materials, conducting market and scientific research, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to define product requirements and launch strategies.

The ideal candidate combines strong scientific knowledge with product and portfolio management experience, along with the ability to analyze complex data and support strategic decision-making.


Key Responsibilities

1. Product Identification & Evaluation (70%)

  • Collaborate with scientific and commercial teams to identify and evaluate new product opportunities for the materials portfolio

  • Leverage chemistry knowledge, literature, patents, pharmacopeial data, and market research to identify potential reference materials

  • Analyze impurities and manufacturing pathways for product categorization and segmentation

  • Define technical attributes such as CAS number, molecular formula, molecular weight, and IUPAC nomenclature

  • Develop understanding of multiple product categories including APIs, impurities, excipients, and extractables & leachables

  • Support development of new product pipeline and prioritization of launch candidates


2. Market Assessment (20%)

  • Analyze pharmaceutical industry trends, customer segments, and competitive landscape

  • Identify portfolio gaps and “white space” opportunities for new product development

  • Conduct market research to assess demand within generic and innovator drug markets

  • Evaluate pricing trends, product offerings, and market positioning strategies

  • Perform primary and secondary research to estimate market size and product forecasting

  • Generate insights to support product launch roadmap and strategy


3. Product Lifecycle Management (10%)

  • Monitor product usage trends, sales performance, and customer feedback

  • Support lifecycle decisions including product launch, enhancement, and retirement

  • Prepare dashboards and periodic performance reports

  • Track product KPIs including market, customer, and financial indicators

  • Support data-driven decision-making for portfolio optimization


Required Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, or related scientific discipline

  • 4–5 years of experience in process chemistry or pharmaceutical development

  • 2–3 years of experience in product management or portfolio management within life sciences

  • Experience in CRO, CDMO, or pharmaceutical industry environments


Required Skills & Competencies

  • Strong understanding of pharmaceutical materials including APIs, excipients, and dosage forms

  • Experience with scientific and patent databases (SciFinder, Reaxys, ChemDraw, PubMed, etc.)

  • Knowledge of pharmaceutical reference standards and regulatory frameworks

  • Strong analytical and data handling skills with ability to manage large datasets

  • Proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data visualization) and reporting tools (Tableau or similar)

  • Experience reviewing patents and performing technical/market analysis

  • Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a matrixed global environment

  • Self-driven with strong ownership and accountability


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in intellectual property (IPR), patent analysis, or freedom-to-operate studies

  • Product Management certification or MBA preferred

  • Experience in pharmaceutical sales data analytics or portfolio tools


Work Environment

  • Individual contributor role (non-supervisory)

  • Requires collaboration with global cross-functional teams

  • May require flexible working hours depending on project needs


Why Join USP

  • Opportunity to contribute to global public health through scientific standards

  • Exposure to global pharmaceutical and regulatory ecosystems

  • Strong emphasis on learning, development, and career growth

  • Inclusive and collaborative scientific environment