Verista’s 600 experts team up with the world’s most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. The nature of our business is to empower growth and innovation within the scientific community and to help researchers, organizations, and companies solve some of the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges. Verista provides innovative solutions and services that empower informed decision-making and are the result of our significant investment in our people and our capabilities.

Our ability to grow is driven by world-class people who thrive in a team environment and share our mission to enable life sciences clients to improve lives. Our talented and dedicated professionals are committed to making an impact every day.

Company Culture Guidelines & Values:

• We empower and support our colleagues
• We commit to client success at every turn
• We have the courage to do the right thing
• We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged.
• We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise

Project Manager Responsibilities:

• Oversee planning and execution of medium to large sized project(s) in Finance domain to deliver on intended outcomes, iteratively planning the execution of any new ideas and requirements approved to maximize ROI.
• Collaborate with IT Business Partner(s) and Digital Capability Managers (DCMs) to define project team(s)
• Working with necessary cross functional resources enterprise wide, coordinate the deliverance of several upstream and downstream dependencies, while proactively removing impediments to drive outcomes.
• Manage project deliverables, schedules, governance, vendors providing services ensuring they meet their execution milestones within cost estimates.
• Prepare and provide routine readout of project status reports to keep project sponsors informed of project health (including performance, potential risks/impediments to influence appropriate remediation decision).
• Monitor and control project schedule and financials.
• Monitor project expenses and report on cost variances.
• Maintain detailed project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and post-implementation reviews.
• Report on project progress, KPIs, and outcomes to senior management.

Requirements

• Must be willing to work onsite in Lawrence, NJ
• Strong background in financial operations and reporting in pharma industry.
• Solid grasp of portfolio and program framework
• Experience reporting Project/Program status to senior leadership.
• Strong Stakeholder building and relationship skills.
• Strong vendor management skills
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong Risk Management skills.
• Strong Team Management Skills.
• Data analytical and integration experience desired.
• PMP, or equivalent certification preferred. Agile experience desired, but not required.
• Experience in Project and Portfolio management tool ServiceNow is required.
• 5+ years of experience in IT Project Management.
• Experience managing teams, including remote team members.
• Experience leading complex cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience managing budgets up to $3MM.
• PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred, but not required.
• ITIL certification preferred, but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to coordinate with team members and management and explain technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to handle issues that occur during project execution.
• Organization and time management skills to keep projects on track and within budget
• Strong knowledge of Word, Excel, MS Project, and other project management tools.
• Must exhibit strong interpersonal skills, with ability to work with a variety of personality types.

Benefits

Why Choose Verista?

• High growth potential and fast-paced organization with a people-focused culture
• Competitive pay plus performance-based incentive programs
• Company-paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurances
• FSA, DCARE, Commuter Benefits
• Supplemental Life, Hospital, Critical Illness and Legal Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Employer Matching benefit)
• Paid Time Off (Rollover Option) and Holidays
• As Needed Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Team Social Activities (We have fun!)
• Employee Recognition
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid Parental Leave and Bereavement

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For US geography, the salary range for this position is shown below. The actual salary is dependent upon a variety of job-related factors such as professional background, training, work experience, location, business needs, market demand, and competitive market practice. Therefore, in some circumstances, the actual salary could fall outside of this expected range. This salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

$102,410 to $138,481

*Verista is an equal opportunity employer.