We're looking for an experienced Senior IT Program/Project Manager specializing in systems integrations (SAP environment) to join our client. In this strategic role, you will lead complex S integration projects, specifically focusing on Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). You will drive project success through meticulous planning, analytical problem-solving, and decisive leadership while ensuring compliance with pharmaceutical industry standards and regulatory requirements.

• Lead end-to-end systems integration projects in SAP for LIMS and MES systems, managing scope, timeline, budget, and resource allocation
• Develop comprehensive project plans, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies aligned with organizational objectives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, operations, quality assurance, and business stakeholders to define requirements and ensure successful implementation
• Analyze complex business processes and design optimized SAP integration solutions that enhance operational efficiency
• Oversee vendor management, contract negotiations, and performance monitoring throughout project lifecycle
• Ensure all implementations comply with FDA regulations, GxP guidelines, and pharmaceutical industry best practices
• Conduct stakeholder communication and manage expectations through regular status updates and executive reporting
• Identify and resolve technical and operational challenges with a detail-oriented, analytical approach
• Mentor and guide project team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment
• Document project deliverables, lessons learned, and best practices for organizational knowledge management
• Manage system testing, validation, and user acceptance testing (UAT) protocols

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in IT Program Management, with demonstrated success leading enterprise-level initiatives with some hands-on Project Management experience, ideally within the pharmaceutical industry
• Ability to manage multiple system integration projects simultaneously
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with system integrations in SAP
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical regulatory requirements, including FDA compliance and GxP standards
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with strong organizational and time management capabilities
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing cross-functional teams and external vendors
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels
• Experience with data integration, ETL processes, and system architecture design