Manager, IT Service Management Operations at Gilead Sciences

Cork, County Cork, Ireland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Pharmaceuticals, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 5+ years of experience in IT Service Management operations; pharmaceutical or biotech experience preferred but not required
  • In-depth knowledge of IT operations and delivery service across hybrid platforms
  • Prior experience working in or managing MSP-driven service delivery models
  • Hands-on expertise with ServiceNow modules (Incident, Problem, Change, Request, Knowledge, CMDB)
  • Strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive resolution in high-pressure situations
  • ITIL v4 Foundation Certification (required)
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in regulated industries and enterprise governance frameworks
  • Understanding of Agile and Lean Six Sigma methodologies
  • Familiarity with SaaS/cloud platforms and system lifecycle processes
  • Strong working knowledge of ServiceNow

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily ITSM operations delivered by MSPs across core ITIL processes
  • Ensure alignment with Gilead’s ITSM process roadmaps and enterprise standards
  • Collaborate with the ServiceNow team to maintain process and tool consistency
  • Work with process owners to coordinate inter-process changes and resolve issues
  • Monitor service performance and translate insights into actionable improvements
  • Drive ITIL compliance and operational excellence across service domains
  • Balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Monitor daily execution of ITSM processes delivered by MSPs
  • Track performance trends and escalate deviations from service levels
  • Support ITOM activities such as event monitoring, CMDB data quality, and service health tracking
  • Ensure consistent execution across hybrid environments (on-prem, SaaS, cloud)
  • Facilitate communication between MSPs and internal stakeholders to resolve escalations
  • Review SLA/KPI metrics from MSPs and identify improvement opportunities
  • Compile and publish dashboards and reports on service delivery and trends
  • Partner with internal teams to assess enhancement impacts and ensure ITSM alignment
  • Validate low-impact enhancements proposed by MSPs for alignment with process roadmaps
  • Ensure updates deliver measurable value and operational efficiency
  • Coordinate with process owners to prevent conflicts with strategic direction or compliance
  • Monitor accuracy and usage of operational knowledge articles maintained by MSPs
  • Ensure service request fulfillment meets defined standards and drives user satisfaction
  • Review service catalog updates for operational feasibility and business alignment

Skills

ITSM
ITIL
ServiceNow
ITOM
Event Monitoring
MSP Management
Service Performance Monitoring
Process Management

Gilead Sciences

Develops and commercializes biopharmaceuticals

About Gilead Sciences

Gilead Sciences focuses on discovering, developing, and commercializing medicines for various medical conditions, including HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer, inflammatory and respiratory diseases, and cardiovascular issues. The company conducts extensive research and development to create new therapies, which are then marketed to healthcare providers, hospitals, and pharmacies after receiving regulatory approval. Gilead differentiates itself from competitors through its strong commitment to R&D and strategic partnerships, such as with SAP Ariba, to enhance its operations and product offerings. The company's goal is to improve health equity and access to care globally, working with communities to ensure that its medicines reach those in need.

Foster City, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1987Year Founded
$15,873.6MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid family time off and paid parental time off
Generous 401(k) contribution matching
Comprehensive medical plans that cover both physical and mental healthcare
Global Wellbeing Reimbursement
Time Off
Global Volunteer Day
Giving Together Program
Employee Support Programs
Flexible Work Options

Risks

Increased competition in HIV treatment from ViiV Healthcare's expanding drug portfolio.
Regulatory scrutiny over drug pricing could impact Gilead's U.S. market operations.
Patent expirations, like Truvada's, lead to increased generic competition and revenue loss.

Differentiation

Gilead's lenacapavir is recognized as the 2024 Breakthrough of the Year for HIV care.
Partnerships with LEO Pharma and Tubulis enhance Gilead's focus on inflammatory and cancer therapies.
Gilead's commitment to health equity initiatives like COMPASS and HepConnect sets it apart.

Upsides

Gilead's strategic partnerships expand its reach in inflammatory and oncology drug markets.
Investment in digital health technologies enhances Gilead's R&D and patient engagement.
Focus on sustainability improves Gilead's operational efficiency and corporate reputation.

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