Liaison with stakeholders in both selling and buying entities, including business partners, technologists, IT vendors, and end-users regarding project requirements.
Manage assigned IT projects to ensure adherence to budget, schedule, quality, and scope.
Adhere to the IT Operating Model and maintain project workflow in the project governance system (Planview).
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation as per BD’s project management lifecycle guidelines.
Develop a detailed project plan including scope, success factors, deliverables, work breakdown structure, schedule, budget, quality, resources, and communications.
Manage scope change requests in coordination with the Project Owner.
Coordinate with business stakeholders and vendors for seamless project execution.
Measure project performance using project management tools.
Perform risk management analysis to reduce project risks and escalate to leadership when needed.
Prepare project status reports and facilitate project update meetings.
Assist the M&A Lead in other activities as required.
Experience Required
5–7 years of project management experience using PMBOK guidelines.
Experience managing systems migration and integration in a merger, acquisition, or divestiture context.
Experience managing projects in complex, fast-paced IT environments, with a focus on M&A.
Skills & Certifications
Knowledge of Program Management Body of Knowledge (PMBoK®) concepts (agile, waterfall planning, etc.).
Expertise in project management tools (MS Project, SharePoint, etc.).
Skilled in stakeholder management, risk management, vendor management, and quality plans.
Strong leadership and presence, with the ability to engage and inspire project stakeholders.
Proactive in identifying and resolving risks and issues.
Effective time management, interpersonal skills, and the ability to lead virtual meetings/workshops.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, Project, SharePoint).
Eligibilities & qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business administration or project management, with 6 years of experience in a global manufacturing company in an FDA-regulated environment.
Certifications such as ACP, SCRUM, PMP, PgMP, Prince II, SAFe, or equivalent.
Experience with ERP functions like Quote to Cash, Procure to Pay, and Manufacture.
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