IT Manager

Piramal Group; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Project Manager to lead IT initiatives within a dynamic environment. This role involves managing the implementation of IT applications and infrastructure, ensuring project success, and enhancing customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, particularly in the pharma sector, and a deep understanding of SAP processes. This position offers the opportunity to work with cross-functional teams and influence key business objectives while fostering a culture of compliance and excellence. If you're passionate about driving change and improving business outcomes, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management and client interactions.
• Knowledge of end-to-end SAP implementation is mandatory.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management for IT application and infrastructure initiatives.
• Ensure success of all business IT projects and system uptime.
• Align business IT roadmap with business objectives.

Skills

Project Management

SAP Implementation

Pharma Manufacturing

Leadership Skills

Agile Methodologies

Data Warehousing

IT Project Validation

Client Interactions

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Post-Graduation

Tools

MS Office Suite

MS Project

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Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

1.Provide Project Management for implementation and roll out of all IT Application and Infrastructure initiatives at the site

2.Ensure the success of all Business IT projects

3.Ensure system / infrastructure / network uptime as per SLA

4.Improve Customer Satisfaction Index for PPS Morpeth over previous year

5.Aligning Business IT roadmap with Business roadmap

6.Bring in the outside-in perspective, share industry trends and best practices from Pharma industries or similar with business stakeholders

7.Keep site 24x7 audit ready and ensure zero 483 or equivalent audit observations

8.Work with users to define user requirements, functional requirements and technical specifications and obtain business sign-off of requirements

9.Review and analyze system requests to determine complexity and provide resource/cost estimates

10.Translate high level business requirements into functional specifications for the Piramal IT Support Team & manage changes to such specifications

11.Work with business users to review proposed design solutions and determine if solution meets business needs

12.Work in tandem with central in-house IT teams / Center Of Excellence and IT Compliance teams

13.Be the IT Compliance SPOC for the site, and work in tandem with the Central IT Compliance team

14.Prepare & manage IT budget for each Financial Year

15.Effective Governance / Tools for the Project / Program- incorporating Best Practices like Project Charter

16.Ensure the tools and framework established for effective project execution are followed

17.Liaison with key stakeholders across business and enabling functions to achieve the core objectives

18.Weekly / Monthly / Quarterly Program Status updates to the relevant stakeholders - as defined in the Governance framework

19.Effectively communicate (both verbal and written) with Senior Management

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree, Post-Graduation (desirable)

Certifications: PMP desirable

Relevant Experience:

• Total significant experience which includes project management, client interactions, site visits, vendor management, business analysis, software application roll outs, testing and support
• Substantial experience of Pharma Manufacturing
• Knowledge of end to end SAP Implementation mandatory with overall understanding of processes in SD, MM, PP and QM. Knowledge on additional module would be an added advantage
• Experience in rolling out LIMS / MES (or both)
• Understanding of Quality systems like TRACKWISE, Document Management system required
• Thorough understanding of CSV process, CFR Part 11 compliance is a must
• Strong knowledge and experience in IT project validation
• Experience of working at domestic sites
• Experience of using productivity tools like MS Office suite & MS Project / Others is mandatory
• Excellent leadership skills and ability to manage project teams in different geographical locations.
• Experience in Waterfall and working knowledge of Iterative (Agile) Methodologies would be desired
• Experience in dual reporting would be desirable
• Understanding of API business processes
• Understanding of new age technologies like RPA, Chatbot, IoT
• Experiencing in data warehousing and reporting systems
• Expertise in managing multiple work streams (including IT and other cross-functional teams) as part of the project/program
• Experience of working in International geography

About Us

In the three decades of its existence, Piramal Group has pursued a twin strategy of both organic and inorganic growth.

Driven by its core values, Piramal Group steadfastly pursues inclusive growth, while adhering to ethical and values-driven practices.

Equal employment opportunity

Piramal Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetics, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

We base our employment decisions on merit considering qualifications, skills, performance, and achievements. We endeavor to ensure that all applicants and employees receive equal opportunity in personnel matters, including recruitment, selection, training, placement, promotion, demotion, compensation and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions, including reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities as well as individuals with needs related to their religious observance or practice.

About the Team

Piramal Pharma Solutions (PPS) is a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) offering end-to-end development and manufacturing solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our customers through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia. This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including drug discovery solutions, process & pharmaceutical development services, clinical trial supplies, commercial supply of APIs, and finished dosage forms. We also offer specialized services such as the development and manufacture of highly potent APIs, antibody-drug conjugations, sterile fill/finish, peptide products & services, and potent solid oral drug products. PPS also offers development and manufacturing services for biologics including vaccines, gene therapies, and monoclonal antibodies, made possible through Piramal Pharma Limited's investment in Yapan Bio Private Limited. Our track record as a trusted service provider with experience across varied technologies makes us a partner of choice for innovators and generic companies worldwide.