Sr. Manager, IT Solutions Architect

PTC Therapeutics is a global commercial biopharmaceutical company. For over 25 years our team has been deeply committed to a unified purpose: Extending life's moments for children and adults living with a rare disease.

At PTC, we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team , fostering a strong sense of belonging.

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Job Description Summary: The Information Technology (IT) Solutions Architect (SA) is responsible for providing Demand Management leadership for the development and implementation of IT solutions addressing PTC's business requirements. This position serves as a liaison between business end-users and technology professionals/resources. The SA/BA collaborates closely with the business to develop detailed timelines and work plans, translate existing or new business needs into detailed functional requirements, analyze business gaps and opportunities, prepare technical specification documentation, and develop/implement scalable, quality solutions.

The incumbent works cross-functionally with internal departments and external resources on Demand Management-related issues and initiatives

The IT Solutions Architect supports adherence to relevant regulatory requirements and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as appropriate.
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Primary duties/responsibilities:

• Actively manages incoming demand, costs, resources, change requests, risks, and issues to ensure maximum business benefit.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess and document existing challenges through technical needs analysis.

• Identify, recommend, and streamline new and improved processes and tools to enhance business operations based on current processes and future opportunities.

• Collaborate with other Technical and Solution Architects to define solutions.

• Coordinates communication within the business and IT teams.

• Focus on ServiceNow initiatives as well as special projects.

• Escalates and facilitates the resolution of risks, issues, and changes.

• Design, specify, execute, and coordinate test scenarios and test scripts.

• Develops and provides structured training classes for system users and ad-hoc, one-on-one training and user assistance as required.

• Develops high-level and detailed workplans and ensures that the scope and approach are fully understood by all stakeholders.

• Document the results of the analysis and obtain sign-off on the specifications.

• Effectively interfaces and communicates with senior management and all key stakeholders regarding deliverables, status, risk identification/mitigation, and issue management.

• Leads cross-functional teams and works with business process owners to determine and translate business requirements into technology solutions. This includes responsibility for planning, directing, and coordinating requests from initiation through to implementation.

• Oversee all phases of solution implementation and the corresponding tasks and quality documentation to ensure adherence to budget, schedule, and scope.

• Performs other tasks and assignments as needed and specified by management.

• Responsible for maintaining the overall requirements for an initiative.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED

* Minimum level of education and years of relevant work experience.

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and a minimum of 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in related roles (including a minimum of 7+ years of demonstrated Solution Architect experience) in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related environment.

• Experience preparing and presenting summary information and proposals to senior leadership.

* Special knowledge or skills needed and/or licenses or certificates required.

• Direct and demonstrated Solution Architect experience, including experience on large, complex, enterprise-wide, transformative initiatives.

• Expert experience identifying, developing, customizing and implementing vendor software, particularly Software As A Service (SaaS).

• Hands-on experience with one or more of the following: Research and Development (R&D) technologies, Document Management Systems (DMS), Enterprise Resource planning (ERP), Supply Chain, and Customer Relationship Management (CRM).

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (including applied experience using MS Project or MS Planner).

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast-paced, matrixed team environment consisting of internal and external team members.

• Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.

• Excellent planning, organization and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple workstreams.

*Special knowledge or skills and/or licenses or certificates preferred.

• Advanced (MS/MA) degree

• Advanced PowerPoint and Excel capabilities

* Travel requirements

• Up to 10%

• Office based position

Expected Base Salary Range - $145,600 - $170,000. The base salary offered will be contingent on assessment of candidate education level, background, and experience relative to the requirements of the position they are being considered for, as well as review of internal equity.

In addition to base salary, PTC employees are also eligible for short- and long-term incentives.All eligible employees may also enroll in PTC's medical, dental, vision, and retirement savings plans.

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PTC Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.

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