Program/ Portfolio Manager, Pharma Information Management/GXP

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Program Manager, Pharma Information Management/GXP

plans, organizes, and executes projects that use data to create value. They lead teams through the project lifecycle, from development to operations, and are responsible for the project''s success. Coordinates team across multiple departments and vendors for multiple concurrent projects. Present to “C’ level and ability to manage high profile engagements. High level of consensus building and emotional intelligence needs to build relationships across a broad organization.Responsibilities:Accountable for the successful implementation of technical solutions through effective project controls, planning and execution throughout all phases of our project management methodology.Facilitating program and project meetings as well as proactively controlling project scope, financials, risks and issues. Coordinate tasks, schedule and evaluate team members and manage stakeholder expectationsEnsure projects meet timelines and resource constraints and comply with legal and ethical requirements.Create and manage all project related artifacts including but not limited to Project Plans, RAID logs, Change Management, Status and Meeting documentationFacilitate and lead effective project meetings and workshops, manage change and conflict, and develop resource planning estimates to manage project workload and productivityCreate agenda topics and facilitate project/team meetings; writes/reviews meeting minutesIdentify and apply systematic quality activities to ensure that projects employ all processes needed to meet Computer System Validation (GXP) directivesManages overall project communications including executive stakeholders, IT colleagues, vendors, business stakeholders, and clients as needed. This includes both on and off shore teamsThe organization is highly matrixed and cross functional, requiring an individual with outstanding leadership, collaboration, communication, negotiation, facilitation and influencing skillsOutstanding ability to identify and manage project-related risks. Ensure appropriate escalations and mitigations.Identify opportunities to improve project, program and operational efficienciesManage contracts with vendors and suppliers. Track, control and forecast budgets for projects and portfoliosMust have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and be able to work under pressure. They should also be able to multitask and guide and motivate others.Qualifications:BA/BS with a minimum of 6-8 years of IT project management experience in a

GXP validated environment

in the Pharmaceutical/Biotech industryRequired 6-8 years overall project management experienceRequired 3-5 years program management experienceMinimum 5-7 Years

commercial

pharma/ biotech IT

project management specifically in data management, data warehousing and master data managementAbility to articulate complex concepts in a simple and coherent manner, both verbally and in writingProven experience of working with complex integrated systems, using creative and strategic thinking to deliver exceptional resultsStrong ability to listen to discussions and capture actions and requirements in meaningful, precise manner that can be understood by both technical and non-technical participantsAbility to present concepts and lead discussions on design issues with authority and poise both internally and to clients. This is a client-facing roleAbility to collaborate and relate to team members from a large variety of backgrounds on a daily basis. Must have experience working with local and virtual teams (including offshore)Strong experience working with Smartsheet including sheets, dashboards, workflows and forms. Experience with data visualization tools (e.g Tableau or Spotfire) is a plusAbility to operate with limited oversight and needs to command the respect of a broad range of business and technology stakeholders.Ability to manage multiple fast-paced projects simultaneously.Proficient at recognizing and defining risks and developing response and mitigation plans for them.Experience managing Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) and / or Software as a Service (SaaS) projects, including integrations into and out of these systems, data migrations, etcWork Schedule : Typical schedule will be Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Must be flexible to accommodate departmental needs and client/staff time zones. At times, overtime maybe needed to accomplish deliverables which could include evenings or weekend hours. For all remote meetings, there is an expectation of being on-camera for all meetings with appropriate business attire and standard Slipstream virtual background.Work Location:

Place of employment is expected to be 90% remote. For all remote meetings, all employees are required to be on-camera with appropriate business casual attire and background. On occasion, some travel to client locations or company meetings may be required. Travel will be no more than 10%.Physical Requirements:

This position requires the ability to remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The ability to move about to accomplish tasks. Adjusting or moving objects up to 20 pounds in all directions. Communicating verbally and written word with others to exchange information. Exposure to a standard office environment with average room temperatures with no adverse environmental conditions expected.This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at anytime at the sole discretion of the ..... full job details .....