
Delivery Lead / Program Manager - Anderlecht
- Anderlecht, Brussel
- Vast
- Voltijds
Languages: English
Employment Type: Freelance
Start Date: ASAPContext of the mission/Objective(s) of the job: We are seeking an experienced Delivery Lead / Program Manager to oversee large-scale Pharma R&D Digital Platform programs, specifically managing global CMS solutions (Drupal-based platforms) and their transformation to MACH architecture (Contentful, Next.js, Vercel). The role requires a seasoned leader with strong delivery governance, stakeholder management, risk mitigation, and budget management capabilities.The Delivery Lead will be responsible for end-to-end program execution across 150+ global websites, ensuring compliance with pharma regulations (privacy, accessibility, SEO) while managing teams.Responsibilities.
Program & Project Management
· Manage the delivery of 150+ Drupal-based websites and oversee their migration to MACH-based architecture.
· Define, plan, and execute project roadmaps including intake, scoping, estimation, delivery, and hypercare.
· Oversee development, QA, UAT, deployment, and support phases ensuring high-quality delivery.
· Implement risk-adjusted timelines to account for delays while maintaining delivery predictability.
· Lead project intake and pipeline management, ensuring prioritization aligns with client's global roadmap.Stakeholder Management· Act as the primary interface with stakeholders (IT owners, Brand, Medical, Compliance, Affiliate teams).
· Manage governance meetings with bi-monthly demand reviews, ensuring alignment of resource and project planning.
· Communicate effectively with executive leadership, providing project status, risks, and mitigation strategies.
· Collaborate with agency partners, QA leads, and functional owners to align deliverables.Budget & Resource Management· Manage program budgets including quarterly forecasts, allocation, and variance reporting.
· Track budget consumption and provide clear justifications for overages (e.g., additional clean-up, scope changes).
· Optimize resource planning across internal teams, vendors, and flex resources to avoid idle time and bottlenecks.
· Drive cost-efficiency while ensuring delivery excellence.
· Risk & Compliance Management
· Identify risks early and establish risk mitigation strategies.
· Ensure websites comply with WCAG accessibility standards, GDPR/privacy, SEO, and security best practices.
· Coordinate with Security teams to address vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with SLAs.
· Provide Level 2 & Level 3 support governance and ensure 24/7 incident management for P1/P2 issues.Leadership & Team Management
· Lead cross-functional delivery teams across Development, QA, DevOps, and Hypercare.
· Mentor and guide technical leads and developers, ensuring blockers are addressed timely.
· Drive collaboration between offshore, nearshore, and onsite teams.Requirements. Qualifications & Experience
· Education: Bachelor's in Engineering / Computer Science / IT or equivalent.
· Experience: 10+ years in IT Program & Delivery Management with at least 5 years in Pharma R&D digital platforms.
· Proven experience with CMS platforms (Drupal, WordPress) and large-scale CMS migrations to MACH architecture.
· Strong understanding of ITIL, ITSM processes (Incident, Change, Release, Problem Management).
· Demonstrated experience in budget management (multi-million € programs).
· Skilled in managing multi-vendor programs and global stakeholder governance.Key Competencies
· Project & Program Management: Governance, planning, delivery tracking.
· Budget Management: Forecasting, cost optimization, reporting.
· Risk Mitigation: Proactive identification, dependency management, issue resolution.
· Stakeholder Management: Executive communication, affiliate alignment, partner management.
· Business Analysis: Translating requirements into delivery roadmaps.
· Pharma R&D Knowledge: Exposure to clinical, medical, and regulatory requirements.
· Resource Management: Capacity planning, team leadership, vendor coordination.Technical Skills
· Project & Delivery Tools: JIRA, Azure DevOps, ServiceNow, HPSM, Office 365.
· CMS & Digital: Drupal, WordPress, Contentful, Next.js, Vercel.
· Database & Reporting: Oracle, MySQL, Power BI.
· Monitoring & Automation: Splunk, Dynatrace.
· Frameworks & Standards: ITIL, ITSM, Agile (Scrum, Kanban), WCAG, GDPR compliance.Soft Skills
· Strong communication and presentation skills with executive presence.
· Ability to balance business priorities, technical feasibility, and budget constraints.
· Collaborative leadership style with focus on mentorship and team empowerment.
· Problem-solving mindset with focus on delivery excellence.
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