IT Program Manager - Pharma Transformation Programs

The IT Program Manager is responsible for leading complex, global IT transformation programs within the pharmaceutical industry, including enterprise platform implementations, legacy system modernization, commercial system consolidation, and IT separation initiatives. The role ensures successful program delivery by driving strategic planning, governance, stakeholder alignment, risk management, budget control, and business value realization across multiple workstreams and regions.
Key Responsibilities

- Lead large-scale IT transformation programs, including SaaS implementations, legacy system replacements, and digital modernization initiatives.

- Manage end-to-end program governance, planning, execution, risk management, and budget oversight.

- Drive commercial platform transformation initiatives, including CPQ, order management, and order-to-cash process optimization.

- Coordinate cross-functional teams across Business, IT, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Commercial, and external partners.

- Lead carve-out and TSA-based migration activities, ensuring successful separation and transition of systems, processes, and services.

- Manage executive stakeholder communications, steering committees, and program reporting.

- Ensure alignment between business objectives, technology roadmaps, and regulatory requirements within the pharmaceutical environment.

- Monitor program performance, dependencies, and risks while implementing effective mitigation strategies.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.

- PMP, PgMP, SAFe, or equivalent program management certification preferred.

- Minimum 8 years of program management experience leading large-scale enterprise IT transformation initiatives.

- Proven experience delivering SaaS implementations, legacy system modernization, and enterprise platform transformation programs.

- Strong experience with CPQ, order management, commercial systems, and global system consolidation programs.

- Demonstrated experience managing carve-out, divestiture, TSA-based migrations, or IT separation programs.

- Good understanding of SAP S/4HANA, Salesforce, and end-to-end Order-to-Cash (O2C) processes.

- Strong stakeholder management, financial governance, vendor management, and risk management capabilities.

- Experience working in global pharmaceutical, life sciences, manufacturing, or highly regulated environments.

- Fluent English with excellent executive communication and presentation skills.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN FUSION:

At Fusion, you’ll join a diverse team of talented professionals from around the world, united by a passion for delivering impactful digital transformation in the life sciences industry. You’ll be part of a flat-structured, collaborative organization where decisions are made efficiently, and your expertise directly shapes client outcomes.

You’ll work alongside experienced consultants on complex, meaningful projects that demand both precision and innovation. Our culture emphasizes continuous learning, open knowledge sharing, and cross-functional teamwork—empowering you to grow both professionally and personally.

Joining Fusion means becoming part of a company that:

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Builds strong, trusted partnerships with clients , delivering tailored solutions that create real business value.

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Drives delivery excellence , holding ourselves accountable for the quality and impact of every outcome.

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Encourages entrepreneurial thinking , empowering you to take initiative, solve problems, and lead change.

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Operates with a truly global mindset , where diverse perspectives, cultures, and collaboration fuel our success.

WHAT WE OFFER - FUSION BENEFITS

We’ve designed our benefits to support your growth, well-being, and global mobility.
Growth & Development

- Invest in Your Learning: Access annual budget for professional development.

- Grow Your Skills: Join regular workshops and trai