Experienced and results-driven Project Manager with over 7 years of expertise in Real-World Evidence (RWE) and Finance, primarily within the pharmaceutical and financial sectors. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, aligning project execution with strategic business goals, and delivering impactful RWE studies. Known for strong project management capabilities, effective stakeholder communication, and a collaborative approach. Seeking a challenging opportunity in a forward-thinking organization to apply and expand my expertise in project management.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Global Project Manager
Novo Nordisk Service Centre (India) Private Ltd.
2022 - 01.2025
Operational management of International Operations team and overseeing the end-to-end study management of Real-World Evidence (RWE) studies across multiple countries and therapy areas.
Budget management for International Operations RWE portfolio.
Affiliate countries and stakeholder management with respect to RWE setup and conduct.
Developed global project management strategies to enhance team efficiency and productivity.
Facilitated cross-cultural communication to foster a collaborative work environment.
Conducted risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies for global projects.
Focused on disease-specific studies to inform product positioning and strategic planning.
Monitored project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful execution of RWE studies, focusing on improving patient access and outcomes.
Developed and evaluated budget proposals for 10 outcome trials for NN, ensuring alignment with regulations and compliance standards.
Monitored project performance against financial and operational plans, ensuring adherence to contractual, cost, and schedule objectives.
Collaborated closely with Project Leads and Country Project Managers (CPMs) to formulate financial strategies supporting trial initiatives, including comprehensive budget reviews.
Prepared and presented monthly budget reports detailing actual expenditures and forecasts and facilitated Clinical Trial Report (CTR) preparation post-budget input and review.
Associate 1
Alstom Transport India Ltd.
2021 - 2022
Ensuring that all AP associated policies are followed to the line which includes, Corporate Purchasing Policy, Accounts Payable policy & Purchase order creation Policy.
Verification of vendor invoices by matching with agreed terms in PO & contract ensuring that invoices are processed with two-way or three-way match as applicable, and discrepancies are communicated appropriately.
Documenting DP (down payment) entries in GSI and reviewing R block.
Monitor Invoice approval workflow tool and ensure all exceptions are resolved.
Vendor reconciliations are done on time and collaborate with Buyers, Requestors in clearing/explaining the old outstanding vendor open balances.
Co-ordinating with procurement team for PO queries and to get resolution on vendor disputes.
Responding on vendor queries and handling emails.
Process Associate- Accounts Payable (P2P)
Capgemini Technology Services Ltd.
2018 - 2021
Working on end-to-end process of P2P (Procure to Pay).
Handling North America and EMEA Helpdesk.
Invoice processing of both North America and EMEA territory and Attending client and vendor calls and resolving the queries.
Documenting the process related updates and cascading to the team.
Mentoring new joiners.
Dealing with the vendors regarding the open statement of invoices through emails and updating the payment status.
Preparing weekly reports and sending it to clients.
Resolving vendor queries through emails and calls and handling the urgent queries from the clients and responding on time.
Processing PO & NON-PO invoices and monitoring the return queue and actioning accordingly.
Handling vendor’s payment on weekly basis through E1, People Soft application.
Vendor creation, modification in the respective ERP’s (Vendor Master Data).
Education
MBA - Finance
GITAM University
Visakhapatnam, India
01-2019
BCom -
Mangalore University
01-2017
PUC -
Karnataka State Board
01-2014
Skills
Process Improvement: Setting up & streamlining budget management & implementation of new SOPs and guidelines resulting in the reduction of close to 8 weeks in RWE study setup
Cost Savings: Implemented cost-saving measures by insourcing activities and negotiating with service providers resulting in saving of up to 25-30 % on each RWE project
Financial Forecasting: Providing ballpark estimates to upcoming RWE projects to ensure better allocation of financial resources
Budgeting & Forecasting: Planning future financial performance and resource allocation
Business Communication: Explaining complex financial concepts clearly to non-finance stakeholders
Department Coordinator -Project Office at Novo Nordisk Service Centre India Private LimitedDepartment Coordinator -Project Office at Novo Nordisk Service Centre India Private Limited
Senior Global Project Manager at Novo Nordisk Service Centre (India) Private Ltd.Senior Global Project Manager at Novo Nordisk Service Centre (India) Private Ltd.