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Director - Professional Serivces
Bangalore
Hybrid (3 days from office)
About the Role
We are looking for a seasoned and strategic Director – Professional Services to lead end-to-end delivery, solutioning, and customer success for our global pharmaceutical clients. This is a critical leadership role that requires a proven track record in IT services organizations managing large-scale professional services, implementation, and custom project delivery.
The ideal candidate must currently be working in a services company in a Professional Services (PS) , Delivery Head , or Engagement Management capacity. A strong background in the data domain , with hands-on technical and delivery experience, is essential.
Key Responsibilities
Professional Services Leadership
Lead the execution and growth of our professional services portfolio for global pharma customers.
Ensure high-quality delivery of data-centric implementation and custom projects.
Drive service excellence, project profitability, and customer satisfaction.
Customer Engagement & Relationship Management
Act as the executive sponsor for strategic accounts; build strong, trusted relationships.
Own customer retention and lead strategic account expansion.
Solutioning & Pre-Sales
Lead solution design, project estimation, and proposal development for RFPs and RFIs.
Collaborate with sales and technical teams to create tailored, scalable solutions.
Delivery & Project Management
Oversee the delivery lifecycle from initiation to go-live and post-implementation support.
Ensure adherence to scope, timelines, budget, and compliance requirements.
Team & Resource Management
Manage a global delivery team – including resource planning, performance, and utilization.
Build internal capabilities, mentoring team leads and fostering a delivery-driven culture.
P&L and Operational Control
Own the P&L for professional services.
Monitor financial metrics, utilization, margins, and operational KPIs.
Must-Have Experience
15–20 years of overall experience, with:
Current or very recent experience in an IT services company , leading Professional Services , Delivery , or Implementation functions.
At least 7–8 years of hands-on experience in the data domain (data platforms, engineering, analytics).
Strong exposure to custom solution delivery , enterprise implementations , and global client management .
Proven experience in:
Solutioning , responding to RFPs, creating SOWs, and project estimation .
Leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing concurrent engagements.
Working with global pharma or life sciences clients is a strong advantage.
Experience in ERP implementations and regulated industries is desirable.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's/Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
Certifications such as PMP, Agile, or ITIL are a plus.
Proven experience leading large scale software product implementations from scratch.
Strong technical understanding of custom projects and enterprise IT
environments.
Expertise in managing enterprise clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
Skilled in project management tools, delivery frameworks, and team mentoring.
Strategic thinking with a bias for action, ownership, and execution excellence.
What We Offer
Opportunity to lead strategic digital transformation programs for top pharma clients.
High-impact leadership role in a rapidly growing product organization.
Work with a passionate team solving real-world challenges using AI/ML and data-driven platforms.
Paid Time Off to recharge and reset
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Collaborative, fast-paced, and innovative work culture
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI/ML technologies
Be part of a company recognized by Gartner as a “Cool Vendor in AI”
About Mareana
Founded in 2015, Mareana is an AI-powered software company transforming manufacturing, supply chain, and sustainability. Our connected intelligence platform uses AI/ML to eliminate data silos, enabling real-time decision-making across critical business functions.
We work with global leaders in life sciences, chemicals, and general manufacturing—helping them unlock billions in business value. With recognition from Gartner, Silicon Review, and others, Mareana is at the forefront of digital transformation.
Apply now and help drive next-gen AI solutions from concept to customer success.
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