Program Manager for IT Infrastructure (m/f/d)
- Full-time
- Employment Type: Permanent
Company Description
Swiss Delivery Excellence: Transforming Life Science Consulting Worldwide.
Fusion Consulting is a globally leading Business and IT boutique consultancy specialized in the Life Sciences industry, partnering with leading companies in pharma, healthcare, and animal health.
With over 450 employees and 25 offices worldwide, our mission is to revolutionize our clients' business transformation challenges and set new industry standards through innovative solutions.
Focused on S4HANA, Data & Cloud, and innovative technologies, Fusion Consulting brings unparalleled expertise and commitment to excellence to every project we undertake.
Grounded in our commitment to fast and intelligent decision-making, our client-first and open-hearted approach defines our ethos. With unwavering support and an entrepreneurial spirit, our global teamwork transcends boundaries and turns shared visions into reality.
Job Description
Infrastructure Program Manger Role prerequisites - Please do not apply if you cannot meet all of these criteria - i. Life Science / Pharma experience; ii. 10+ years Infrastructure Program Management experience; iii. Ability to commute to Site in Basel, Switzerland 5 days per week as On-Site role
We are seeking an accomplished Program Manager to lead a complex portfolio of IT infrastructure projects within the pharmaceutical industry. In this critical role, you will be responsible for overseeing multiple large-scale initiatives such as server installations, network upgrades, cloud migrations, and data center enhancements. Your primary focus will be on ensuring that these projects are strategically aligned with broader business objectives, driving impactful outcomes, and delivering value across the organization. This role demands a deep technical understanding of IT infrastructure, exceptional leadership, and the ability to navigate and manage multifaceted, cross-functional programs. Previous experience in the Life Sciences industry and fluency in English are highly mandatory.
What Will You Be Doing:
- Lead and manage a portfolio of IT infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals, objectives and adherence to the overall program management methodologies.
- Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple concurrent projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Develop and manage program-level plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management, while ensuring seamless integration across projects.
- Provide visionary leadership to project managers and cross-functional teams, cultivating a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
- Facilitate regular program reviews, with executive stakeholders with transparent and actionable insights, status updates, and risk assessments.
- Proactively identify, evaluate, and manage program-level risks and issues, developing robust mitigation strategies to address technical, regulatory, and operational challenges.
- Maintain comprehensive program documentation, including charters, roadmaps, status reports, RAID logs, and post-program evaluations, ensuring adherence to organizational standards and GxP regulations compliance.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the program, leveraging lessons learned to enhance future project performance and outcomes.
Qualifications
What We Are Looking For:
- 10 to 15 years of experience in managing large-scale IT Infrastructure programs.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex programs that involve cross-functional teams and significant technical dependencies.
- Proven track record of delivering complex programs within the pharmaceutical industry or a similarly regulated environment.
- Deep understanding of IT Infrastructure components with the ability to make informed strategic decisions about technology implementations.
- Proficiency in a broad range of program and project management tools.
- Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to lead, mentor, and motivate cross-functional teams.
- Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, work effectively under pressure, and adapt to evolving program requirements.
- Fluency in English.
- Certification in Program Management, preferably PMP from PMI.
- Educational background in business, IT, or related fields.
Additional Information
At Fusion, we unite entrepreneurial minds from around the globe to develop and implement game-changing solutions that build lasting relationships with our clients.
We value employees who challenge the status quo through innovation, adapt to diverse client needs in ever-changing environments, and commit to continuous learning—for themselves and their colleagues.
Why Fusion?
We provide a competitive salary and benefits package, along with an outstanding work environment that fosters long-term career development opportunities.
Our Benefits:
- Workflex: Enjoy 25 working days off annually, giving you the flexibility to work from your preferred global location.
- Flexible Time Off: Take time off as needed to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Let’s shape the future together—how far will you take yourself with Fusion Consulting?
- Annual Training Budget: You will receive 1,500 CHF to support your professional development.
- Unity Scheme: Benefit from loyalty rewards starting after 3 years of service.
At Fusion Consulting, your growth has no limits. How far will you go?