Project Manager

Job Description:

Project Manager – with S4HANA and ECC implementation experience (Pharma Industry)
Seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead S4HANA and Satellite implementations within the pharmaceutical industry, with a strong emphasis on data quality programs, technology development projects, AI-driven solutions, and user interface (UI) advancements. This role requires robust program management expertise, extensive use of Jira for agile project tracking, and the ability to engage diverse stakeholders in a regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee MDM, S4HANA programs supporting pharma business objectives, with a strong focus on data quality enhancement and governance.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects including data quality initiatives, technical development, AI-driven data solutions, and UI redesign/upgrades.
• Utilize Jira extensively for agile project management: create and track user stories, sprints, and issues to ensure transparency, accountability, and delivery adherence.
• Actively engage with leadership at various levels, facilitating alignment of Master Data Management and data quality program objectives with organizational strategy.
• Lead and moderate weekly cross-functional program meetings to review progress, resolve issues, and drive collaboration among teams.
• Prepare and present clear, concise status updates during weekly meetings to keep leadership and stakeholders informed on program health, risks, and milestones.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with business units such as regulatory affairs, quality assurance, supply chain, and IT to align MDM efforts with pharma compliance and operational needs.
• Oversee end-to-end delivery of data quality programs, ensuring master data accuracy, consistency, and alignment with regulatory standards (FDA, EMA).
• Drive AI and machine learning pilot projects aimed at enhancing data analytics, cleansing, and predictive maintenance of master data.
• Manage UI development projects to improve user experience and accessibility of MDM tools and dashboards.
• Facilitate clear communication and stakeholder engagement, providing regular status updates, risk mitigation plans, and decision support to senior leadership.
• Develop program metrics and KPIs supported by dashboards to measure progress and impact across MDM initiatives.
• Foster continuous improvement and innovation, leveraging emerging technologies and best practices in master data management and pharma compliance.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven project management experience in the pharmaceutical industry with a focus on Master Data Management and data quality programs.
• Extensive hands-on experience managing Agile projects and teams using Jira for project tracking and collaboration.
• Knowledge of pharma master data domains including Material, Customer, Vendor, and Finance Master data.
• Experience managing projects involving AI implementation, data analytics, and UI development within regulated environments.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders across business, IT.