Technical Lead - Planisware

Technical Lead Planisware works under the guidance of Practice Lead Planisware Lead the implementation and enhancement of Planisware solutions for global Pharma and Life Sciences organizations, ensuring alignment with R&D, Clinical Development, Regulatory, and Commercial portfolio management processes. Prior experience working with Pharma/Life Sciences clients is mandatory.

Responsibilities :

• Work closely with Pharma business stakeholders across R&D, Clinical Operations, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, and PMO teams to implement Planisware solutions aligned with business processes.
• Independently manage assigned projects, ensuring their successful completion within budget, timeline, and quality parameters.
• Develop project plans, allocate resources, and set project milestones and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and implement necessary mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with the Practice Lead -Planisware to ensure alignment with overall project objectives and client expectations.
• Lead and manage projects involving the implementation and upgrades of Planisware, ensuring successful delivery within budget, timeline, and quality standards.
• Provide technical expertise in Planisware, including OPX2 scripting, query and dashboard creation/modification, and workflow management.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Unix, SQL, Java scripting, and HTML to support Planisware customization and integration requirements.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their business needs and requirements, proposing solutions and driving the implementation of Planisware functionalities.
• Work on the integration of PPM systems with analytics platforms like Spotfire and Power BI, enabling data-driven decision-making.
• Engage in release planning ceremonies, analyzing business and technical requirements, and proposing suitable solutions.
• Lead improvement sessions within the team, organizing knowledge-sharing discussions, and providing technical guidance when needed.
• Maintain effective communication and collaboration with globally distributed clients and stakeholders, ensuring a high level of client satisfaction.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices related to Planisware and project management.

A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or a related discipline is required (a master’s degree is desirable)., * A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or a related discipline is required (a master’s degree is desirable).

• Overall experience of 6+ years in Planisware
• Experience implementing, support and maintaining Planisware project and portfolio management software solutions.
• Strong proficiency in OPX2 scripting, query and dashboard creation/modification, and Planisware workflows.
• Excellent knowledge of project and portfolio management methodologies and best practices.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, as well as the ability to successfully encourage and guide a team.
• Proven ability to work with globally distributed clients and stakeholders.
• Experience collecting business requirements and converting them into software solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with other project management tools and software solutions is a plus.
• Mandatory experience working with Pharma or Life Sciences organizations.
• Experience supporting Pharmaceutical R&D, Clinical Development, Regulatory, Drug Development, or PMO organizations using Planisware.
• Strong understanding of Project Portfolio Management (PPM) processes within the Pharma industry, including portfolio prioritization, resource capacity planning, financial forecasting, and governance.
• Experience working in regulated environments with knowledge of GxP, validation practices, and SDLC is highly preferred.
• Exposure to Planisware Enterprise/Planisware Orchestra implementations within Pharma organizations will be an added advantage.
• Experience working with global stakeholders across US, Europe, and APAC Pharma organizations.