Microsoft Dynamics 365 Project Manager (Contract)

Job Description

Job Description

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At Veranova, we believe people are our most important asset, and we are dedicated to building the most talented workforce in our industry. Our commitment to uncompromising focuses on quality, compliance, safety, and excellence in delivery shapes everything we do. We are not just looking for skills; we are seeking innovative individuals who have a mindset open to learning and growth, and a desire to make a difference.

Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.

Join us on our mission to enable current and next-generation therapeutics to improve and save the lives of patients.

Role Overview:

Veranova is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to play a critical role in supporting the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) across global operations. This individual will act as the key liaison between technical, operational, and functional teams to ensure the successful integration of D365 with CDMO project workflows, particularly in API manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and customer engagement processes.

Please note: This is a temporary contract role.

Core Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between CDMO operations and D365 implementation goals.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, risk mitigation, and change management strategies specific to the API manufacturing environment.
• Work closely with IT and business teams to support the roll-out and configuration of D365 modules including Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and CRM.
• Assist in mapping current CDMO business processes to D365 capabilities and help drive business process reengineering.
• Serve as a key point of contact between CDMO operations (R&D, Manufacturing, QA/QC, Supply Chain) and the D365 project team.
• Collaborate with functional leads and subject matter experts to capture requirements, resolve gaps, and ensure user adoption.
• Support master data governance, user acceptance testing (UAT), training coordination, and go-live activities.
• Identify and mitigate operational disruptions during transition to D365.
• Coordinate stabilization activities and continuous improvement initiatives post-implementation.
• Support performance tracking and KPI reporting using D365 dashboards and analytics.

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Life Sciences, Business, IT, or related field. Advanced degree or PMP certification is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or CDMO industry, preferably with a focus on API development and manufacturing.
• Proven track record of managing complex cross-functional projects, especially ERP implementations.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Supply Chain Management, Finance, or CRM modules).
• Strong understanding of GxP, GMP, and regulatory compliance in the pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders.

Preferred

• Familiarity with CDMO business models and client service delivery.
• Experience with change management and business transformation initiatives.
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Smartsheet).

How to Apply:

At Veranova, we are on a misson to meet people that believe in our values and can contribute to the team in a variety of ways. Please visit www.veranova.com to view all open roles and join our Talent Community to stay connected and learn about opportunities as they arise.

We value a range of experiences and perspectives. If you want to be part of improving and saving the lives of patients, we encourage you to apply regardless of whether you meet every qualification listed.

For applicants who may require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email to talentacquisition@veranova.com in order to confirm your request for an accommodation. Please include the job number, title, and location of role. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Veranova employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.

Additional Information:

Applicants for this role must be authorized to work in the United States without further employer sponsorship.

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