ICON plc—Senior Resource Planning Specialist

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Description: Senior Resource Planning Specialist, India ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster. As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers. As a Senior Resource Planning Specialist at ICON, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing resource allocation across clinical trials and research projects. What You Will Do: Your experience in site resourcing and workforce planning will be key in delivering high-quality outcomes and mentoring colleagues. Key responsibilities include: - Managing resource planning activities, including the allocation of personnel, equipment, and other resources across multiple clinical projects. - Collaborating with project managers and department leaders to assess resource needs, forecast demand, and ensure efficient utilization. - Developing and maintaining resource planning tools and systems to track availability, usage, and future needs. - Identifying resource bottlenecks, gaps, or inefficiencies and proposing solutions to optimize resource allocation. - Providing reports and strategic insights to leadership on resource trends, usage, and projections to support informed decision-making. Your Profile: You will have a strong foundation in site resourcing and workforce planning, with the experience to work independently and guide others. Required qualifications and experience: - Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a related field. - Significant experience in resource planning, project management, or operations, preferably within the clinical research or healthcare sector. - Flexible to work in shift (8 AM to 5 PM IST) to support communication with counterparts based in far east Asian countries like Japan. - Proficiency in resource management software and tools, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Proven ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing resource needs in a fast-paced environment. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and departments. #LI-KT1 Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based. Rewards & Benefits ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development. Benefits may include: - Competitive base salary and performance related incentives - Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable - Retirement and pension plans - Life assurance and disability coverage - Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources - Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways Benefits may vary depending on role and location. Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers. Inclusion and Accessibility ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here. Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply