Assoc Dir Project/Program Manager

Teva; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Teva India is seeking a seasoned program manager to lead a large-scale Cloud & Infrastructure migration within IT Operations & Architecture. The role focuses on migrating Teva’s data centres to cloud and colocation, enabling DR deployments and exit from VMware/data-centre operations.

You will steer governance, coordinate with facilities and IT leadership, manage vendors, control budgets, and drive RFP processes from initiation to contract signing.

Qualifications

• MSc/B.Tech./B.E. (Computer Science/IT) required.
• 12–15 years of experience managing transformation initiatives.
• Strong cloud migration, data centre operations, DR/HA, and vendor management experience; pharma/GxP preferred.
• PMP preferred and experience with RFI/RFP processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, establish, and implement plan and governance model for a large cloud & infrastructure migration.
• Coordinate with facilities, business, IT teams and leadership to align the plan.
• Direct external service integrators and partners, define deliverables, monitor performance, and manage contracts.
• Manage budgets, cost parameters, and RFP lifecycle including negotiations and managed services.
• Oversight of cost optimization and vendor evaluations.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Leadership

Agile project management

Presentation skills

Education

MSc/B.Tech./B.E. (Computer Science/IT)

PMP certification preferred

Tools

MS Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

We Are Teva

We’re Teva, a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. Whether it’s innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology or delivering high-quality medicine worldwide, we’re dedicated to addressing patients’ needs now and in the future. Here, you will be part of a high-performing, inclusive culture that values fresh thinking and collaboration. You'll have the room to grow, the flexibility to balance life with work, and the opportunity to better health worldwide, together.

The Opportunity

Teva IT Operations & Architecture - PMO team is looking for a seasoned program manager to lead a large-scale Cloud & Infrastructure migration. The key focus of this role will be in the IT Infrastructure domain specifically for migrating Teva’s primary data centres to cloud and colocation services, enable data-centre and VMware exits and implement Disaster Recovery deployments.

How You’ll Spend Your Day

• Responsible for developing, establishing, and implementing plan and governance model for a large and complex cloud & infrastructure migrations.
• Engage with facilities, business, IT teams and IT leadership to align the plan for the coordinated program
• Direct external service integrators and technology partners, define measurable deliverables, monitor performance, and ensure contractual commitments
• Responsible of identifying the cost parameters and keep track of the budget for the program.
• Issue and manage a Request for Proposal and lead the IT leadership through the RFP lifecycle all the way to negotiating and signing contracts for a managed services model.

Your Qualification and Experience

• MSc/B.Tech. /B.E. (Computer Science/IT).
• 12 to 15 years’ experience in managing transformation initiatives involving people, process and technology elements.
• Strong knowledge and hands on experience on cloud migration, colocation solutions and data centre operations, hypervisor solutions.
• Strong knowledge and hands on experience on Disaster Recovery and High Availability solutions
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure and AWS cloud environments
• Project Manager specialized in infrastructure operations including Data Center/Compute Management
• Must have experience managing large managed services programs.
• Good understanding of cloud and related cost optimization/management.
• Good understanding on Infrastructure Hypervisors solutions
• Must have experience in pharma environments and GXP processes.
• Must have hands on experience in end to end project management, tools and methodologies (including agile). PMP certified preferred.
• Must have managed a budget of USD 1 Million and above, coordinated with resourcing with multiple vendors, price negotiations etc.
• Must have prior experience in initiating and collaborate with third parties in RFI/RFP exercises, vendor evaluations and cost benefit analysis.
• Must have extensive documenting discipline - from meeting minutes to a comprehensive project plan and budgeting.
• Must have experience authoring SoWs, review and approval processes working with procurement.
• Must have excellent communication and presentation skills
• Must have experience managing executive leadership and communication
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to handle complex data.
• Strong decision-making abilities and resilience, with the ability to operate in ambiguous situations and maintain momentum while driving for results.
• Having robust verbal and written communication abilities, a problem-solving mindset, and the capacity to build relationships are crucial qualities for success in this role.

How We’ll Take Care of You

At Teva India, care is at the heart of how we work. From your first day, you’ll be welcomed into a people-first culture built on inclusion, respect, and belonging.

That support extends to you and your loved ones through benefits designed for real life. These include comprehensive medical insurance, OPD coverage, annual health checkups, term life and accident insurance, and confidential emotional wellbeing support through our Optum Employee Assistance Program. You’ll also enjoy healthy meals at work, holistic wellbeing initiatives, and volunteering programs that help you give back to the community.

Your growth matters too. You’ll have opportunities to build future-ready skills, collaborate on projects with global teams, explore internal career opportunities, and learn through programs such as our AI-enabled Teva Twist program, R&D Academy, continuing education, and mentorship.

Join our vibrant workplace, where we celebrate milestones, festivals, achievements, and community impact together.

Teva’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment

Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's global policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, veteran status, national or ethnic origin or any other legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable laws. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.