Director, Scientific Applications Delivery

Apotex•Toronto, ON

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About The Position

The Director, Scientific Applications Delivery is responsible for the entire Scientific Application Portfolio including Computer System Validation. As a senior leader, they will work with GIS & Business leadership to develop the 5-year Scientific Portfolio Vision and Strategy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business or equivalent
Ability to balance strategic vision and execution capabilities to deliver results
Demonstrated experience in governance, IT and GXP controls
Demonstrated experience in providing global leadership
Demonstrated experience working with large enterprise systems for both IT and OT across numerous application platforms, including internally hosted, externally hosted, and SaaS models. Strong Laboratory Information Systems (LIMS), Chromatography ( Empower), Quality Management Systems (QMS), Scientific Data Repository Systems ( SOP, etc.)
Excellent organizational, leadership, decision-making and communication skill
Must have a high level of interpersonal and communication skills and an exceptional ability to work well with others to effectively interact with internal customers and external vendors and agencies
Experience with managing virtual teams
Strong empowerment leadership skills, allowing front line IT team members to make decisions as needed with the guidance of senior management
Superior verbal and written communication skills
Strong knowledge of Canadian, US and EU regulatory guidelines
Solid business acumen required in terms of both executive relationship building and budget/P&L Management.
10+ years as a Senior Manager/Director within an IT environment.
Prior experience in the pharmaceutical industry is required.

Responsibilities

Work with the GIS and Business Leadership and other senior leaders to develop a global Digital Strategy in the context of the business strategy
Drive the development and adoption of digital leadership capability throughout the organization
Provide global strategy and leadership on solutions that are practical, flexible, scalable, reusable, strategic and are achieved through the application of industry proven architectural principles, standards and governance
Responsible for establishing and maintaining the global vision, strategy, and program to ensure information assets and technologies are adequately protected.
Oversee and direct efforts in identifying, developing, implementing, and maintaining processes across the enterprise to reduce IT risks.
Develop and drive global enterprise applications delivery teams to consistently improve speed of delivery and ensure information flows in teams are appropriate to facilitate workflow, reduce cycle time and deliver high quality solutions
Develop and oversee the global compliance programs governing vendor qualification, internal cGMP inspection, audit support, computerized systems validation program including change control and SOD management.
Provide strategic direction to harmonize compliance programs across all Global Sites
Work collaboratively with enterprise leaders to set priorities and accomplish cross-functional objectives exercising leadership and judgment to achieve balance between information risks and business impacts and needs to reduce adverse impacts on the organization to an acceptable level
Manage relationships with major vendors and service providers to ensure they’re cost-effectively and meet the needs of the organization
Develop and establish strong relationships with all areas of GIS to champion efficiency and resiliency
Act as an Agile Champion by establishing high-performing teams, removing organizational impediments, understand & continuously improve how work gets done and by creating a productive physical environment for agile teams to focus and work together
Participate and lead performance conversations with employees, including monthly one on ones, to connect on performance; check in on employee’s progress toward achieving Objectives, offer support and remove barriers; and, communicate and revisit performance expectations to reinforce and encourage high performance culture and a safe working environment for all employees.
Utilize open, honest, two way communication to build trust-based relationships with employees, business partners and direct leader while continuously improving leadership capabilities by personally seeking feedback and development.
Create a culture which values trust and provides the opportunity for Employee development and growth in pursuit of our purpose and demonstrating our core Values – Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance and Passion.
Utilize your networks to attract and hire talent in a comprehensive, differentiated and consistent manner essential to our continued growth; then, onboard new employees by providing a consistent experience that reflects the values and commitments made to candidates during the hiring process.
Ensure adherence of team members (direct reports) with all compliance programs and company policies and procedures.
All other duties as assigned.