Jeffrey Kearney

About Jeffrey Kearney

I am an experienced executive leader with a demonstrated record of success overseeing global teams and spearheading large-scale transformations in the life sciences industry. Working in the clinical trial management, financial systems, and product management segments, I developed a comprehensive understanding of how to optimize both internal and client-facing functions for consistent success. Throughout my career, I advanced to senior-level roles by continually innovating new ways to improve internal operations and mentoring high-performing associates who regularly achieved corporate targets. As a trusted partner, I pride myself on building strong relationships with my managers and direct reports that are rooted in communication, collaboration, and a collective drive to succeed.My areas of expertise include: Clinical Trial Operations: Contract Management • Global Site Payment Management • Clinical Trial Technology • Site/Sponsor Improvements • Global Process Standardization • Standard Operating Procedures • Quality Improvements Finance & Accounting Technology: ERP Systems & Implementations • Accounting Shared Services Centers • Cost Reduction Strategies • Outsourcing Initiatives • Systems Migration • Continuous Process Improvements • Compliance Product Management: Product Strategy & Vision • Roadmap Development • Schedule & Budget Management • New Product Development & Launch • Requirements Analysis • Marketing & Communication Strategy • Six Sigma My versatile background enables me to seamlessly transition between different operational focuses and implement best practices to maximize value. Leveraging advanced knowledge of Six Sigma, Agile, and Lean methodologies, I excel at identifying opportunities for improvement and leading cross-functional teams through project lifecycles to capture cost savings, enhance operational efficiencies, and launch new products that directly meet consumer needs.If you are looking to network with an accomplished executive with financial and operational expertise in the life sciences industry, connect with me today!

Experience

1. Head of Business Performance Management Veeva Program Lead

   Biogen

   Aug 2021 — Present · Cambridge, MA, US

   Senior leader within Biogen\'s R&D Quantitative Science and Delivery Operations team responsible for serving as the business lead for corporate wide Veeva program management delivering Clinical, Safety, Quality, and Regulatory Vaults. In addition, the team I lead is responsible for identifying, reporting, and effectively displaying key performance identifiers used to driver R&D study performance metrics. My team also manages oversight of clinical operations systems and technology needs, resources, and demand management.

Education

• University of Virginia

  MS, Information Technology

  2003 — 2004

• University of Scranton

  BS, Accounting

  1987 — 1991

Skills

• Peoplesoft
• Business Intelligence
• Integration
• Budgets
• Shared Services
• Finance
• Business Process Improvement
• Outsourcing
• Six Sigma
• Crystal Reports
• Accounts Payable
• Leadership
• Management
• Payroll
• Change Management
• Erp Implementations
• Clinical Trials
• Ctms
• Project Management
• General Ledger
• Master Data Management
• Human Resources
• Peoplesoft Financials
• Process Improvement
• Training
• Accounting