Responsibilities:

Define and implement delivery standards for applications and platforms related to Sales/CRM, Anaplan, and Enterprise Analytics solutionsPartner with IT Business Partners, Enterprise Architecture, and business stakeholders for demand analysis, solution proposal/evaluation, and funding estimatesEnsure solutions and products are fit for purpose and achieve the desired business value and impactEnsure on time, compliant, secure, and quality delivery of solutions, as defined in the capability roadmapsUtilize industry trends and best practices to identify and build effective and responsive delivery and support scrum teamsAccountable for setting and managing priorities and schedules for the Competency Center-based resources and level-set delivery expectations with IT Business Partners and business stakeholdersManage relationships with various technology vendors and business stakeholders to achieve project, enhancement, and service support delivery for the various products supportedCoach/mentor team members, including dotted-line reports as necessary.  Align team members in roles to best take advantage of their strengths and to grow/diversify their skillsetsManage planning, staffing, budgeting for the Prague Competency Center

 

 

 

Qualifications/Requirements Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Sciences, Information Technology or Business Administration is required; a master’s degree is preferred. 

Experience

IT leadership and strong people management experience in areas of responsibility and in similar roles (broad based, senior level) within a comparably sized or larger multi-national companyMust have at least a 10 years proven track record performing in an application delivery function, including 5+ years of work with sales processes and solutionsTrack record organizing and developing teams as well as SDLC processes to successfully deliver sales-related technology solutions (ie:  Salesforce.com, mobile applications, Anaplan, Model N, etc)Working knowledge of Salesforce is a must, Salesforce Administrator certification is beneficialExperience working with Scaled Agile and a competency center delivery modelStrategic thinker, keeping big picture in mind while ensuring execution excellence that enhances business decision making capabilitiesComfortable working in a dynamic and highly matrixed multi time-zone environment; working effectively with business functional teams, remote IT teams, as well as cloud hosted or SaaS vendors and partnersExcellent English communication, collaboration, and executive presentation skills with ability to influence and motivate at various levels of the organizationDemonstrated success in leading large, complex projects within budget and meeting deadlines.Must be passionate about current technological trends and ability to apply to the future visionDemonstrates strong customer, quality, cost, and delivery focus

Working model

On-site in Prague officeUp to 25% international travel per year

What is it like to work at Edwards Lifesciences in the Czech Republic?  

As a global leader in patient-focused medical innovations, we offer rewarding opportunities and exciting challenges in a truly international, dynamic and friendly work environment.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can grow, personally and professionally. To achieve this, we offer on-the-job development, training opportunities and the support and guidance provided by dedicated employee groups (the Edwards Network of Women, Edwards Foundation charity team, sustainability activities, and others).  

Edwards Lifesciences in the Czech Republic also offers the following benefits:

Competitive Compensation and Benefits packageFlexible working hours, remote workingPension Plan Risk Life InsuranceVirtual Medical Clinic (online access to healthcare)Meal Benefits  Service AwardsEnhanced Sick Leave BenefitsFlexible Benefit Plan (Cafeteria)Employee Stock Purchase ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramComprehensive Wellness Program including onsite gym, Yoga, Pilates or SM System classes, massages, fresh fruit in the office, healthy lifestyle workshops, educational events, charity activities and much more.  

Benefits are regulated by an internal policy which contains the full details regarding the entitlement and conditions for the benefits. Benefits policy and components may vary by location.