PROJECT MANAGER / ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR / DIRECTOR

Job Description About our client: Our client brings together Pharmacovigilance expertise, Third party system knowledge and Deep technology to develop well-defined solutions, which address challenges across Medical Affairs, Regulatory and Safety functions. Our client solutions free up responsible personnel within Pharma companies to execute their stated responsibilities while staying true to the laws of the land, and ultimately achieving a balance between compliance and managing business risks. Their solutions are agile, flexible, and scalable, developed using advanced technologies that enable them to serve large and small organizations, both in developed and emerging markets. Our client is committed to bringing focus to things that really matter for advancing patient outcomes. Thei r solutions are agile, flexible and scalable, developed using advanced technologies that enable us to serve large and small organizations, both in developed and emerging markets. Requirements PROJECT MANAGER / ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR / DIRECTOR (JAPANESE) Key Role and Responsibilities:   Fluent in Japanese language (speaking, as well as reading and writing). Able to translate English to Japanese and vice versa. JLPT N1-N2 certification is preferred. Manage complex Pharmacovigilance SaaS based system implementation projects/programs for large-scale global Life Sciences/Pharmaceutical Tier 1 & 2 customers. Be responsible for Program Management, Solution Delivery, Stakeholder Management, and Risk Management. Ensure all projects are delivered on-time, within budget, and keep track and flag scope changes for revenues. Coordinate end-to-end with cross-functional workstreams to ensure that project deliverables are met and maintain a strong understanding of interdependencies across project workstreams. Develop and manage comprehensive project plans to be shared with clients as well as other stakeholders and monitor & track progress. Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Perform risk management to minimize project risks. Develop systems and processes to automate program management processes to improve sustenance, efficiency, and effectiveness. Proactively identify and manage project issues and risks. Ensure effective communications planning, stakeholder identification and engagement, regular status reporting to key stakeholders (internal and external). Look after resource allocation and deployment across workstreams with a focus on optimization and efficiency. Establish and maintain a strong project governance model for the successful implementation of the program. Behavioral Skills:   Demonstrated strong leadership skills and ability to multi-task, self-directed and independently handle cross-functional projects with multiple global stakeholders. Ability and willingness to be flexible, adapting to the demands of the customers. Exceptional interpersonal skills to interact with a variety of stakeholders and foster cross-functional/cultural teamwork. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, maintaining flexibility and performing at a high level when faced with time constraints. Negotiation and conflict management skills. Strong critical thinking skills to evaluate alternatives and present solutions consistent with business objectives. Requirements Japanese, JLPT, Project Management, Pharmacovigilance, Life Science, Safety System, Technology, PMP