Senior IT Program Manager, Supply Chain
Core
Lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise IT programs governing a portfolio of supply chain planning and transformation initiatives for a global life sciences organization.
Role type
Senior IT Program Manager (Supply Chain Transformation Lead)
Builds
Enterprise-scale supply chain technology solutions, planning platforms, and transformation roadmaps
Domain
Life sciences / Healthcare / Supply Chain Planning
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Global complex IT program management, enterprise delivery, planning platforms (SAP IBP/OMP, Kinaxis, o9, Blue Yonder, Oracle), end-to-end supply chain processes, cross-functional team leadership, external system integrator management, project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, hybrid), project management tools (Jira, MS Project, ALM, Smartsheet)
Preferred skills
Life sciences/healthcare/regulated industry experience, SAP S/4HANA integrations, data/analytics/integration architectures, PMP/PRINCE2/CPIM/Agile certifications, cloud-based enterprise platforms
Technologies
SAP S/4HANA, Oracle, Jira, Cloud ERP
Responsibilities
Define scope, timelines, budgets, resource plans, and governance structures across linked programs; drive execution using Agile, hybrid, or waterfall methods; ensure compliance with SDLC processes and regulatory requirements (GxP); break down complex business and technical problems and develop solution options; negotiate and secure resources across functions and programs; coordinate integration across related programs; oversee implementation and enhancement of advanced planning systems; partner with business stakeholders to align IT solutions with supply chain strategy; drive system integration across ERP platforms and external partners; act as primary liaison between business leaders, IT teams, and external vendors; manage system integrators and technology partners; provide executive-level reporting on program status, risks, and mitigation; negotiate priorities, funding, and deliverables with senior leadership; serve as escalation point and decision authority for program conflicts; contribute to the supply chain planning technology roadmap; transition projects into steady-state operations; oversee post-go-live stabilization and performance optimization; identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction; proactively identify, assess, and mitigate program risks; manage forecasting, budgeting, and financial tracking; develop and assess alternative solutions to complex program challenges; mentor junior program managers and workstream leads
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
