Manager, Benchtop IT Projects

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The Manager, IT Benchtop Projects will lead the implementation of the local Benchtop Systems and Software

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall IT planning & execution of the Benchtop IT Systems projects
• Define and lead local Project governance and communication approach.
• Develop and manage MS project schedule, RAID logs to track, monitor & manage the project, cross-project dependencies, risks, issues, decisions, and status reporting.
• Drive meetings with key stakeholders from business and IT, Core team members, technical meetings with SMEs and external vendors.
• Define and align detailed requirements and estimates for site & non-site-based systems.
• Establish communication plans and meeting plans for key decisions and topics.
• Escalation plan to leadership for important decisions and issues.
• Support the overall program lead to ensure IT deliveries are closely aligned with overall program objectives.

Experience:

• 5+ years of working with Project Managing IT Systems implementation in an international environment with preferred experience in the Pharma industry and its associated regulatory processes and requirements leading complex projects.
• Preferred experience with the implementation of IT System in a pharmaceutical environment (Manufacturing, Supply Chain and/or Quality systems), including validation activities necessary to deliver these systems.
• Hands-on experience MS Project, SharePoint, Excel
• Experience working with external Service Providers providing (complex) IT systems, hosting and network services.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate to a diverse audience at multiple levels.
• Experience with managing project cost, RAID, schedule, and quality management
• Fluency in English language is required, Dutch preferred.
• Resilient profile with the ability to deliver in an ambiguous environment with critical timelines.

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On-site Protocol
Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.

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