Senior Project Manager – Transition (fixed-term 12 months)

About this role:

The Senior Project Manager acts as an expert on Project Management methods and tools to prioritize, advise, or lead cross-functional, global projects that expand the delivery capability and efficiency of Biogen global operations.

What You will do:

• Accountable to Steerco & Project Sponsors for solution delivery – scope, schedule, budget.
• Monitor progress and prioritize the project work plans.
• Track and drive resolution of key issues.
• Manage risks and dependencies.
• Manage project stakeholders.
• Lead communications and reporting.
• Track deployment readiness - function / End user perspective and service operations setup.

Who You are?

You are an experienced professional in Project Management with strong collaboration, communication, leadership, and change management skills as well as experience driving business change projects. You have an an excellent knowledge of tools, techniques and methodologies and you enjoy partnering with business areas to help them realize both regional and global projects.  

Required Skills:

• Minimum 10 years relevant experience, ideally working in progressive global business optimization projects in a GBS/SSC/BPO organization.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Business (or Management), Operations, computer systems or related discipline, or equivalent work experience is required; a Master’s degree (or equivalent) is highly desired.
• Proven experience in working with business owners to determine business requirements for systems.
• Proven ability to create solid project plans and to manage full lifecycle of project execution with rigor and discipline around deliverables, timelines, and budget.
• Experience in Global project implementation.
• Ability to lead and manage large and small projects across diverse suite of business process areas and operational topics.
• Solid financial acumen and ability to develop business cases.
• Outstanding ability to diagnose problems that may be related to process, technology, strategy, or people and to put in place a clear plan to overcome the problem.
• Ability to formulate and articulate a perspective and present it in a manner that generates understanding and alignment.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to handle conflict situations effectively and an ability to work effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Self-motivated and capable of operating independently with limited oversight.  Strong sense of personal accountability for work tasks.
• Comfortable acting in a role as individual contributor and influencer.
• Comfort dealing with ambiguity and a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.

This role is in hybrid work model. Please note that this role requires a candidate to be a holder of work permit & residency in Poland.

At our newly built, centrally located Warsaw office, our team supports a global organization with dedication and innovation. In this office, where 31 nationalities form our community, we celebrate the strength that comes from differences in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. This commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace has earned us a Great Place to Work Certificate for three consecutive years and Best Places to Work Awards in both Poland and Europe.

What drives us every day is our unique purpose, working passionately to change the lives of patients affected by rare neurological diseases. If our mission resonates with your heart and career aspirations, join our team.

We eagerly anticipate welcoming you to our dynamic and collaborative environment, where together, we make a meaningful impact on a global scale.

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.