Business Technology Partner Development IT

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Business Technology Partner Development IT (P5)

At our company we have been inventing for life for more than a century bringing forward medicines and vaccines for many of the worlds most challenging diseases. Information technology is a critical differentiating capability for our research organization and a pillar of our Companys strategy with a focus on driving efficient reusable and easy-to-consume technology.

As a Business Technology Partner (BTP) you will report to the Development IT BTP lead within our companys Research Laboratory IT. You will be part of a team that deeply understands business strategy and creates and manages the portfolio of activities driving business value. This role will initially focus on the Global Clinical Trial Operations (GCTO) functional area with the growth potential to contribute to other functional areas. You will collaborate closely withBusiness Leaders & Development IT Product Line Leads to define technology solutions for priority business problems ensuring adoption and achievement of expected outcomes. As a key connector in the organization you will work closely with other BTPs within our companys Research Laboratory and Divisional IT fostering a collaborative environment and sharing best practices to drive business value.

This role plays a vital and instrumental part in nurturing and cultivating the skills and potential of our upcoming talent pool. By assuming this role you will have a significant impact on shaping the future capabilities and success of our organization. Your work will directly contribute to the development and implementation of key business strategies and the successful adoption of technology solutions thereby driving our organizations growth and success.

Key responsibilities include:

• Influence global and regional business leadership and product line leads to develop priorities strategy capabilities and quantifiable indicators of success.

• Stay current with industry trends to identify emerging focus areas and opportunities that can benefit from technology enablement.

• Build strong cross-functional relationships with business stakeholders and IT teams.

• Partner with Product Line Leads to translate business strategy and goals into product line & product strategy ensuring solutions are adopted and the expected business outcomes are delivered.

• Work with the network of business technology partners within our companys Research Laboratory IT architects and other IT divisions to align on business priorities identify synergies and explore cross-divisional solutions opportunities.

• Proactively identify enterprise technology changes and partner with stakeholders to support impact assessment

• Support the management of the Value Teams portfolio of investments including the development of business cases and follow-up on value realization.

Leadership and Talent Development:

• Drive organizational change and cultivate a culture of excellence innovation and collaboration.

• Develop talent through coaching and mentoring ensuring technology excellence is embedded in all activities.

Education Minimum:

Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Engineering or Life Science

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• 7 years of IT experience: This includes Enterprise Business Information Systems & Application or Solution Architectures.

• Proven Ability to Collaborate and Lead: The candidate must demonstrate the ability to collaborate efficiently in a cross-functional environment to reach shared objectives. In addition a broad range of leadership skills particularly influencing without authority will be crucial in this role.

• Strong Problem-solving and Quantitative Skills: The candidate should possess strong problem-solving abilities a practical approach to resolving challenges and exceptional quantitative skills including the ability to leverage data and metrics to guide investment decisions.

• Effective Communication: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with proficiency in integrating summarizing and tailoring messages to different audiences including senior leaders. The ability to listen empathetically and articulate complex concepts simply will play a key role in team and client interaction.

• User Advocacy and Drive for Results: The ability to advocate for users by conceiving solutions that facilitate the companys colleagues work is essential. A robust drive for results supported by excellent planning and organizational skills is also required.

• Inquisitiveness and Industry Experience: A curiosity to analyze and comprehend the drivers behind trends is needed to stay innovative and up-to-date.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience or training with developing KPIs and OKRs in the product model

• Hands-on experience with portfolio management and/or business performance management with a proven track record of results

• Excellent understanding and experience with the Clinical Operations function in Pharma

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