GSK - Senior Technical Project Manager

- GSK is one of the world's foremost pharmaceutical and healthcare companies, and we are proud to be part of an industry that improves the lives of others. We are embarking on a significant transformation journey that will support GSK in becoming a top-quartile data-enabled organization. This is an exciting time to join GSK. The world of master data management is changing, and it is no longer just about managing data. You will be part of a team that is building a robust master data management framework and service, that will allow GSK to drive higher value by placing data at the core of their strategic and operational decisions.

- We will be embracing new data technology that will improve the development, manufacture, and distribution of GSK's vital products to patients and consumers around the world. This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following.

Responsibilities:

- Responsible for program/project management of key initiatives across GCC Tech function, which can be technology-led, process-led or operations-led.

- Responsible for collating success measures and supporting the operational KPI collation for GCC Tech function

Responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives within GCC Tech Function

- Responsible for setting up and implementing new processes and procedures as per evolving organizational needs - these new processes & procedures may be implemented across GCC or within the GCC Tech function

- Manage the day-to-day activities across matrixed organization in support of driving technology and capability building activities

- Identify improvement/efficiency opportunities across technology and process areas within the tech area serving multiple functions

- Implement review and quality assurance mechanisms to ensure successful execution of goals and stakeholder satisfaction

- Consistently report and review progress to the GCC Tech Capability Lead, steering group and relevant Stakeholders.

- Have a detailed understanding of the GSK portfolio, principles, and company direction and embed these in projects

- Engage in the wider GSK technology functions and community and update the community on learnings

- We are looking for a Sr. Technical Project Manager and if you have these skills, we would like to speak to you.

- Proven ability to project manage complex technology-led projects/programs involving multiple cross-geography stakeholders, with 12-14+ years of overall experience in Engineering/Technology Program/Project Management

- 5+ years of confirmed experience in Program/Project Management, leading cross-entity projects/programs

- Experienced in working with matrixed organizations and driving technology thought-leadership in the same

- Good understanding of GCCs, GCC maturity and GCC functioning

- Good understanding on how technology COEs work, success measures for the same and key KPIs that drive COE success and mindset

- Tech Program management experience in Pharma is a plus, but not mandatory (min requirement is a good understanding of the industry)

- Demonstrated mastery of the technical program management processes and principles

- Ability to lead and inspire cross-functional, remote, diverse teams is critical to effectively establish the capability management function

- Previous exposure to technology product development, Agile, DevOps, preferably in a technology COE model. Good understanding of technology COE setup & startup.

- Excellent interpersonal (communication and presentation) and organizational skills

- Good understanding of Agile/ Lean/ 6-sigma principles

- Problem solving abilities and a can-do attitude

- Superb persuading and influencing skills

Preferred qualifications:

- Program management certification (PMI/CAPM or PMP, PRINCE2)

- Familiarity with Service Management lifecycle (e.g. ITIL)

- 12-14+ years of overall experience in Engineering/Technology Program/Project Management with good understanding of SDLC and Product Development methodologies

- 5+ years of confirmed experience in Program/Project Management, leading cross-entity projects/programs

- Project Management tools and applications such as Microsoft Project, Jira, Confluence

- Good understanding of success measures and KPIs for Technology COEs

- Agile (SAFe/SCRUM) and Lean Six Sigma

Why GSK?

Our values and expectations are at the heart of everything we do and form an important part of our culture. These include Patient focus, Transparency, Respect, Integrity along with Courage, Accountability, Development, and Teamwork. As GSK focuses on our values and expectations and a culture of innovation, performance and trust, the successful candidate will demonstrate the following capabilities.

Our goal is to be one of the world's most innovative, best performing and trusted healthcare companies. We believe that we all bring something unique to GSK and when we combine our knowledge, experiences and styles together, the impact is incredible. Come join our adventure at GSK where you will be inspired to do your best work for our patients and consumers. A place where you can be you, feel good and keep growing.

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