Kajal Bendale

• Drove end-to-end financial planning, resource forecasting, and budget governance for therapeutic programs.
• Developed integrated portfolio dashboard that provided data-driven insights for senior leadership decision-making.
• Managed vendor and alliance relationships to align strategic initiatives with V&I goals.
• Partnered with the Strategic Realization Office to design governance structures and process frameworks.
• Directed change management, stakeholder alignment, and transition planning for cross-functional initiatives.
• Oversaw enterprise project schedules and risk frameworks as lead PM for Oncology GPAM, ensuring timely project delivery.
• Analyzed project risks, developing mitigation strategies to reduce potential impact on outcomes.
• Collaborated with executive leadership to provide strategic direction for key projects.

Led cross-functional governance, strategic operations, and portfolio decision support across early development to NDA submission.

• Managed governance committees and leadership forums, facilitating timely portfolio decisions and effective escalations.
• Directed due diligence and operational takeover for GBT acquisition, ensuring alignment of budgets with strategic objectives.
• Partnered with Finance to enhance budget forecasting and performance tracking, optimizing resource allocation across projects.
• Supported scientific, translational, and early development teams with data-driven decision-making.

• Managed nine cross-organizational R&D programs, integrating consumer insights with scientific strategy.
• Championed strategic program initiatives by leading cross-functional teams to successful implementation.
• Managed budget and allocated resources across multiple programs to support strategic objectives.
• Developed PMO frameworks, governance processes, and quantification systems to enhance KPIs and minimize delays.
• Maintained integrated portfolio view of milestones, risks, dependencies, and resource requirements to ensure project alignment.
• Developed training materials and facilitated workshops to enhance team skills and collaboration.
• Mentored emerging project managers and cross-functional leaders through structured development initiatives.
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• Managed strategic portfolios for Zipcar, Walmart, Tria Beauty, Chefs, and Gordmans, ensuring alignment with client needs and driving account growth.
• Developed strategic account plans that aligned client goals with business objectives, enhancing client satisfaction.
• Executed communication strategies, SOW management, risk mitigation, and financial planning, contributing to successful project delivery for high-profile clients.

• Facilitated alliance governance and R&D operations for Linzess development and launch, ensuring alignment across teams.
• Coordinated alliance kickoff, governance structures, and leadership forums to foster collaboration and drive initiative success.
• Oversaw risk management processes and escalation pathways, enhancing communication and responsiveness between joint and internal teams.

• Oversaw 35 concurrent global development programs across multiple therapeutic areas to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Coordinated project schedules, budgets, and external collaborations for mergers and due diligence to facilitate successful project execution.
• Facilitated operational integration post-acquisition (Interpharm, KVD Pharma, Impax) to streamline processes and enhance collaboration.