Job Description
About the company:
Factorytalk is a leading software implementation, development, and consulting company specialising in digitisation for life sciences manufacturers. We operate internationally between offices in the UK and Thailand, providing world-class digital solutions and consulting services. As a leading partner of Tulip Interfaces, Factorytalk supports multinational customers globally digitising their operations. Tulip is the leading Frontline Operations Platform, a cutting-edge no-code software platform recognised by The World Economic Forum, Gartner, Forester, Forbes and more. It enables the rapid building of connected digital apps to solve the most pressing challenges in manufacturing: error-proofing processes and boosting productivity, capturing and analyzing real-time data, and enabling continuous improvement.
Job Description:
Join us in supporting the creation and deployment of next generation digital manufacturing solutions using the Tulip ( platform for Pharmaceutical and Biotech customers. This is groundbreaking work, reinventing the way life sciences manufacturers digitally transform using the very latest software tooling and methodologies. Openness to working in new ways with a flexible and creative mindset is key, as for most Pharma IT professionals this will be more agile and fast paced, and for people from non-regulated backgrounds work may require more structure and quality management. Work is delivered in tight collaborative teams with colleagues and customers, so a collaborative attitude and strong communications skills are essential.
We are delivering a wide range of projects at any given time of differing sizes and type. You will be responsible for managing a group of projects and workstreams. Projects are generally either solution delivery, solutions roll-outs, integration projects, or platform related works.
Solution delivery involves managing a team of colleagues and customer stakeholders through business processes analysis, requirements capture, solution design, development, validation, and go-live support. Roll-outs are where we are scaling a solution globally, and the rest involve implementing expansions or improvements to the underlying software platform.
You will receive training on Tulip app delivery methods, attain certification, and additional training on Factorytalk’s specialist App design, building, and validation methods. This will prepare you to excel by combining your project management skills with underlying knowledge of the Tulip software. You will also receive training in our project delivery methods to operate effectively internationally for some of the worlds largest companies.
The successful person will be extremely proactive, and a natural communicator and stakeholder manager, with a passionfor detail and being the central coordinator people rely on day to day.
Location
This position is based out of our Manchester, UK office. You will work with customers based all over the world. Work is hybrid and flexible, mostly done remotely or from one of our offices, however in person attendance at our offices will be required for onboarding and with some regularity. International travel to customer locations for key project meetings is required occasionally.
Must have requirements:
•\t2-5 years’ experience of IT or software development Project Management for large enterprise solutions.
•\tExperience of managing multiple projects at a time, ranging from small to large scale and critical systems.
•\tExpertise in typical project management tools for task, cost, time and quality management.
•\tExcellent communication and soft skills including the ability to work effectively with internal and customer project teams internationally.
•\tYou will be an organized person with an attention to detail and a passion for ensuring compliance to project processes
•\tYou should have an interest in improving business processes through digitisation using software.
•\tFluent in English both written and verbal.
•\tFlexible mindset and comfortable in a fast-changing environment.
•\tA global perspective and comfortable working with diverse cultures
•\tNecessary legal status to work in the UK.
Beneficial requirements:
•\tThe closest relevant experience would be MES / EBR, eQMS, LIMS, ERP or other systems for GMP regulated manufacturers.
•\tExperience of different project delivery methodologies including waterfall and agile
•\tExperience of client account management
•\tKnowledge of software delivery projects
•\tKnowledge of Computer System Validation is an advantage.
Key Responsibilities:
•\tBecome an expert in project management for No-Code Tulip projects for life-sciences manufacturers
•\tManage projects across the lifecycle from initial enquiry through to go-live
•\tCreate plans, estimates, presentations, reports and track progress
•\tSupport resource planning and management in conjunction with project leaders
•\tCollaborate and work closely with delivery teams, customer stakeholders, and partner organizations.
•\tSuccessfully deliver project activities through to completion.
Secondary Responsibilities:
•\tMaintain a working knowledge of the Tulip product and solution delivery methodology.
•\tCreate and share documents and guidance on project management best practice
•\tSupport the sales team process with new project opportunities.
•\tCreate and maintain project management documentation.
Working at Factorytalk:
Factorytalk is a place where exceptional teams come together to deliver their best work. We’re building a strong, diverse team that values hard work, families, and personal well-being. Benefits of working with us include:
•\tCompetitive salary and benefits packages
•\tSchedule and work location flexibility
•\tCompany trips
•\tPersonal development, education, and professional training support