Department: Data & Digital / Enterprise Data Platforms
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Data Program Manager to lead the Helix initiative a strategic enterprise program to build a unified, GxP-validated data platform for the PSG group.
This platform will ingest data from enterprise systems such as SAP and serve as the foundational data source for internal and client-facing applications including MySupply.
The ideal candidate will bring strong enterprise data program leadership experience, deep stakeholder management expertise, and proven success delivering complex, cross-functional data initiatives in regulated (GxP) environments.
Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership & Strategy
- Lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise data platform programs from strategy through execution and operationalization.
- Define program vision, roadmap, milestones, KPIs, and success metrics aligned to business objectives.
- Drive alignment between business priorities and technical execution.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Data Engineering, Architecture, Analytics, IT, Security, Compliance, and Business stakeholders.
- Manage interdependencies across multiple projects, workstreams, and teams.
- Coordinate and oversee multiple project managers supporting various program tracks.
Planning & Execution
- Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Implement risk mitigation and dependency management strategies.
- Track KPIs and performance metrics to ensure value realization.
Governance, Compliance & Quality
- Ensure adherence to data governance, security, compliance, and regulatory standards, especially within biosciences / GxP environments.
- Manage change controls and ensure GxP validation documentation and processes are followed.
- Support audits and compliance reviews where required.
Executive Communication & Reporting
- Facilitate executive steering committees.
- Provide clear, concise, and actionable program updates to senior leadership.
- Translate complex technical concepts into business-focused insights.
Vendor & Financial Management
- Support vendor evaluation, selection, and management.
- Oversee financial planning, forecasting, and budget tracking.
Delivery Excellence
- Champion best practices in Agile, SAFe, and hybrid delivery methodologies.
- Drive continuous improvement across program execution practices.
- Lead change management initiatives to support organizational adoption.
Required Qualifications
- 10 15+ years of overall experience, with:
- At least 7 10 years in program/project management
- Minimum 5+ years leading enterprise data or analytics platform programs
- 5+ years of proven experience delivering large-scale data transformation initiatives.
- 5+ years of strong experience working in regulated environments (GxP experience highly preferred).
- Demonstrated success managing multiple concurrent workstreams and project managers.
- Experience working with enterprise systems such as SAP and modern data platforms (cloud-based platforms preferred).
- Strong knowledge of data governance, compliance, and security standards.
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strategic thinking with strong execution focus
- Executive-level stakeholder management and communication
- Strong leadership and team facilitation capabilities
- Risk and dependency management expertise
- Financial planning and budget oversight
- Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to translate technical concepts into business language
- Organizational change management and influence
- Agile, SAFe, and hybrid delivery methodology expertise
Preferred Qualifications
- PMP, PgMP, SAFe Agilist, or similar certification
- Experience in biosciences, life sciences, or regulated manufacturing environments
- Experience delivering GxP-validated systems
- Familiarity with cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform)
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