Project Leader / SME for PP/QM/ATTP

Purpose of the Role :

The IT project leader leads IT projects from initiation to business value realization, designs and implements information processes and systems, acts as Subject Matter Expert, and develops the portfolio according to IT and business strategy. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Manages projects 

• Engineers' business processes 

• Prioritizes and challenges changes in line with IT strategy 

• Acts as Subject Matter Expert 

• Manages IT systems lifecycle 

• Maintains process, technical and training documentation 

• Performs testing and validation 

• Organizes functional forums and trains trainers 

• Provides second line support 

• Develops IT landscape with BPOs and IT partners 

• Delivers projects on time, in budget and according to specifications and compliance (CSV) 

• Integrates processes across business domains 

Leadership Behaviors:

Communicates effectively with a diverse audience. Leads project teams, learns quickly, works collaboratively, and demonstrates intercultural awareness. 

Decision Rights and Accountability 

Accountable for IT project portfolio outcomes. Negative project performance may impact business goals and project delivery. 

KPIs 

Deliver projects on time, within budget, and according to specifications. Provide stable IT systems

Required Competencies:

Strong knowledge in QM, PP and ATTP (serialization)

Strong project management skills. Delivers project on time, in budget and according to specifications.

Independent and reliable worker

Team player.

Strong communications skills.

Intercultural skills.

Pharma experience exposure to CSV

Minimum years of experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Master's Degree (MBA, M.Tech, or equivalent) is preferred.
• SAP Certification in PP (Production Planning), QM (Quality Management), or ATTP (Advanced Track & Trace for Pharmaceuticals) is an added advantage.
• Training or certification in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum) is desirable.

• Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, or Supply Chain domain experience.
• Knowledge of Computer System Validation (CSV) and GxP regulations preferred.