Kunal Taneja

About Kunal Taneja

As an accomplished Information Technology Leader with extensive experience, I prioritize results, motivation, and performance above all else. My proven track record speaks for itself as I have successfully created effective IT strategies, developed system roadmaps, and managed the implementation and support of information technology for large-scale enterprises.As a skilled team leader, I achieve positive outcomes by bringing varying perspectives together and creating an agreeable consensus. My expertise lies in crafting effective strategies and executing plans for system development, process transitions, and streamlining mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.I am a valuable member and leader of both functional and technical teams and have significantly contributed to business growth through system improvements. My exceptional attention to detail and proficient multitasking skills enable me to thrive in fast-paced environments, consistently surpassing quality and productivity benchmarks.

Experience

1. Program and Portfolio Lead (Human Health - IT)

   Merck

   Jan 2021 — Present

   My abilities are evident in my successful track record and achievements at this Fortune 500 pharmaceutical corporation. I have consistently excelled and made a significant impact through a series of assignments that have taken me to roles of greater influence, accountability, and authority. I effectively manage our budget and oversee the delivery of various initiatives as the Portfolio Lead for the Face-to-Face value team while collaborating closely with product line leads to ensure we meet our strategic priorities on time and within budget. Collaborated with platform leads to create project and program execution strategies, develop financial spending plans, and provide detailed financial status reports at a program level to IT leadership, including senior VP level. I keep senior leadership informed by scheduling quarterly deep-dive updates on essential programs. I ensure the implementation of the Agile transformation process and metrics reporting by collaborating with all stakeholders, promoting a culture of Agile by working closely with product line leads to define objectives and key results.

Skills

• Security
• Software Development Life Cycle (Sdlc)
• Quality Assurance
• Sdlc
• Business Analysis
• Software Project Management
• Itil
• Computer System Validation
• Drug Discovery
• Change Control
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Project Management
• Software Development
• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Sop
• Information Technology
• 21 Cfr Part 11
• Clinical Development
• Life Sciences
• Lifesciences
• Requirements Analysis
• Validation
• Clinical Trials
• Six Sigma
• Gxp
• Drug Development
• Lims
• Program Management
• Vendor Management