IT Project Manager

Hybrid - 3 days on site, 2 days remote

Description:

• The IT Project Manager is responsible for planning, overseeing, leading and delivering IT projects in an international environment that help the business achieve its goals.
• The role owner interacts with internal and external stakeholders and is accountable to complete IT projects in scope, budget and time.
• This position deals predominantly with IT Application projects (e.g. implementation of new or enhancement of existing software solutions in various domains, such as ERP (SAP), MES, Cloud Solutions, interfaces).
• These may be isolated Projects or Projects, which are part of a larger Program, where the IT Project Manager, is required to engage in close cooperation and alignment with other Project Managers and directed by the Program / Portfolio Manager.

Specific to the program/project:

• Experience with leading projects/programs in eCommerce space, e.g. building of customer portals.
• Experience with implementations on platforms like Salesforce, Adobe Commerce, SAP Commerce Cloud etc. is an advantage.
• System Integration between Website, CRM, ERP and Marketing Automation.
• B2B vs. B2C eCommerce development and integration.
• Proficient with Agile project methodology and tools (e.g. Jira.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage IT projects and take accountability for delivery in scope, on budget and on schedule.
• Support analysis and formalization of business requirements, define project objectives and scope.
• Establish project plans.
• Give guidance to project team members and coordinate assignments.
• Set and track milestones and deliverables.
• Identify project risks and issues and propose mitigation actions.
• Manage unforeseen situations / delays, realign schedule and expectations as needed.
• Adherence to IT security policies and standards set by the Global IT PMO.
• Lead steering committee meetings.
• Establish and implement project communication plans, provide status updates to stakeholders.
• Assess business impacts of IT projects, organize change management and manage internal and external stakeholders.
• Organize meetings, coordinate tasks and assign responsibilities to project members.
• Use project management tools to track project performance and progress.

Ideal candidate profile:

• Overall program management experience.
• Previous experience, preferably within Pharma industry.
• Agile Certifications (Scrum master, SAFE etc).
• Certification in Project Management (preferably PMP from PMI) is an advantage.
• Thorough understanding of Project Management processes, principals, strategies, and methods.
• Understanding of validation of GxP-relevant computerized systems.
• Experience with waterfall, hybrid and agile delivery approaches.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent analytical, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with, or able to quickly become proficient with, a range of general and specialized applications, software, used in the organization and the industry.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Project Management tools.
• Experience in working in a complex international environment.
• Ability to motivate people to complete a project in a timely manner.

The hiring range for this position is $70.00 to $82.00 per hour. The base pay actually offered will take into