Position Summary:
This role is responsible for implementing IT Projects for Lifesciences & Healthcare sector, following DHL standard IT project management methodology. Typical projects could be new warehouse start-ups with the deployment of WMS (Blue Yonder) and ancillary systems, upgrading existing WMS instances, rolling out new Digitalization technologies (such as robots, asset tracking tools, wearable devices, automated guided vehicles, etc.)
Key Responsibilities:
- Aide in preparing project presentations, communications, etc.
- Mentor and develop junior resources (Implementation Analysts, Project Leads)
- Interact with the customer to collect requirements and provide status updates
- Maintain project plan, cost tracker, action log, scope log, risk management, etc. in accordance with DHL project management framework
- Ensure Life Sciences specific requirements (System Validation, FDA – DSCSA Serialization)are considered where applicable
- Provide direct leadership of IT projects throughout project delivery lifecycle
- Assist in business development and response to customer RFPs (prepare cost models and timelines, act as subject matter expert for technology)
- Maintain required project artifacts, as required by DHL project management framework
- Facilitate effective communication across project teams
- Coordinate and plan project resources
Required Education & Experience:
- Warehouse management systems implementation experience (Blue Yonder preferred)
- 3+ years’ experience in IT project leadership role (managing budget, scope, timelines)
- 7+ years IT/technology experience
- PMP certification preferred
- Technology experience with Pharmaceutical/Life Sciences supply chain would be an advantage
- Experience managing cross-functional teams to deliver IT projects
- Proficient with MS Excel, PowerPoint and MS Project