Role Overview:

We are looking for a dynamic Analyst / Sr. Analyst – Life Sciences professional with strong experience in pre-sales, portfolio/project management (PPM), and life sciences domain knowledge. The role involves supporting RFP/RFI/RFQ responses, developing strategic solutions, and contributing to portfolio management initiatives across drug development and R&D functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop high-quality RFP/RFI/RFQ responses by analyzing client requirements and collaborating with internal stakeholders
Partner with sales and delivery teams to create proposals, demos, and proof-of-concepts for PPM and Life Sciences solutions
Define solution strategy, including approach, team structure, pricing models, and differentiators
Provide industry insights, benchmarking data, and competitive intelligence to strengthen proposals
Prepare client presentations, solution decks, and supporting collaterals
Deliver customized PPM tool demonstrations (Planisware, MS Project, Power BI, etc.)
Translate technical solutions into business value propositions for stakeholders
Support implementation of PPM frameworks including Stage-Gate processes, portfolio prioritization, and resource planning
Collaborate with PMO, IT, and Finance teams to align project financials, timelines, and resource allocation
Perform portfolio optimization, resource analysis, and capital planning
Design and support Power BI dashboards and KPI reports for executive decision-making
Ensure compliance with GxP, regulatory standards (FDA/EMA), and governance frameworks
Maintain effective communication across pre-sales, delivery, and client teams

Technical Skills Required:

Strong understanding of Portfolio & Project Management (PPM) concepts
Knowledge of Drug Development Lifecycle (Discovery to Launch)
Experience with Clinical Trials (Phase I–IV), CMC, Regulatory Affairs
Familiarity with Stage-Gate, Agile/Scrum, Waterfall methodologies
Hands-on experience with tools such as:
Planisware
Microsoft Project / Project Online
Smartsheet
Jira
SAP PPM
Oracle Primavera
Experience in Power BI or similar reporting tools
Knowledge of GxP compliance and governance frameworks

Preferred Skills:

Prior pre-sales or consulting experience in Life Sciences or IT
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to connect business needs with technology solutions
Excellent communication and presentation skills

Key Competencies:

Strategic thinking
Client-centric approach
Attention to detail
Strong collaboration and teamwork