Program Manager
Antwerp
Digital - (Project) Management
Work experience: 7-10
Reference number: 90046
We are seeking an experienced Delivery Lead / Program Manager to oversee large-scale digital programs and projects within a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. You will manage a diverse project portfolio, ensuring delivery excellence in line with regulatory and business requirements.
This role combines strategic program governance with hands-on project leadership, making it ideal for a professional who can balance high-level oversight with operational detail.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a portfolio of digital projects across the Geel site.
- Define program strategy, scope, timelines, and budgets.
- Ensure adherence to pharma regulatory requirements (GxP, GMP, 21 CFR Part 11, validation).
- Drive delivery governance, reporting, and risk/issue management.
- Engage and align with business stakeholders, IT teams, and external vendors.
- Oversee project execution phases: planning, design, implementation, testing, and transition to operations.
- Promote best practices in change management and communication.
What are we looking for?
- 5–10 years of experience in senior IT Project/Program Management roles.
- Proven track record delivering large-scale projects in pharma or life sciences.
- Strong knowledge of GxP/GMP frameworks and regulatory compliance in IT projects.
- Background in digital transformation and pharma IT systems (ERP, MES, LIMS, Data/Analytics, Automation, etc.).
- Skilled in governance, portfolio management, risk mitigation, and vendor management.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and decision-making abilities.
- Hands-on project delivery approach, able to manage both detail and strategic oversight.
- Fluency in English; proficiency in Dutch and/or French is a plus.
- Project management certifications (PMP, Prince2, Agile/Scrum) are an advantage.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and facilitation skills.
What do we offer?
Location: Geel (Hybrid)
Start date: Immediate – long-term engagement
Contract type: Freelance/Permanent