๐ช๐บ Schweiz • Permanent
Global Project Manager
๐ข ELAN Personal AG
๐ basel
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24 October 2026
Job Description
Roche Switzerland bridges the gap between pharmaceuticals and diagnostics. Important research and development functions are located here. For our long-term client, F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG in Basel, we are looking for aGlobal Project ManagerBackground:The Principal Project Manager (PM) is responsible for managing a diverse range of projects, taking into account their respective stages and levels of complexity. The role encompasses various assignments, including development pipeline projects, line extensions, post-approval activities, technology initiatives, and continuous improvement programs. The Principal PM works independently, effectively prioritizing and managing workload to achieve team objectives with limited guidance. The position requires flexibility to collaborate across global time zones and includes occasional travel to external partners to support collaboration and strategic planning activities.Tasks & Responsibilities:What Youโll Do:In collaboration with the Technical Development Team Lead (TDTL) & Device Team Leader (DTL), the PM will translate device strategy into actionable plans, focusing on three key areas:Planning: Define โinspection readyโ Design & Development PlansExecution: Drive team activities to meet project and design control deliverablesTeam Dynamics: Ensure effective communication and facilitate team performance in a regulated environment using various processes and tools for planning, communication, budget, schedule, compliance, and risk managementProject Management responsibilities:Maintains full understanding of program milestones for the Core, Lifecycle, Technical Development and associated teams and links them to the Device Team planEffectively applies PM best practices and utilizes tools for planning, communication, team building, collaboration, decision-making, issue & risk management, lessons learned, knowledge management and budget trackingDevelops & updates Design & Development Plan and establishes contingency plans as neededEnsures transparent communication of key team information and escalates issues as appropriateEstablishes positive team dynamics through team buildingPromotes collaborative environment across team membersFacilitates efficient decision-making and issue resolutionIdentifies team risks and mitigation plansProject Planning and Execution:Manages project scope and facilitate necessary changesFacilitates project plan development and execution, and monitor the project scheduleIntegrates deliverables with other teams linked to the productEnsures effective team dynamics and positive team environmentsRisk and Issue Management:Anticipates and manage risks with proactive contingency plansFacilitates risk management process and issue resolutionCollaboration and Team Building:Assesses Team dynamics and leads team building activities to enable and sustain a high performing team environmentEstablish relationships and network with other stakeholder Teams and PMsCommunication:Develops and adapts project communication tools to drive awareness of project progress and risks across stakeholders including external collaborators (e.g. dashboard)Acts as Device Team Leader back-up for Team communication as requiredLiaises with other Teams to manage cross-functional activities and issues and risksMeeting and Budget Management:Facilitate effective team meetings with clear outcomes and follow-up actionsForecast and monitor team resources and project costsKnowledge Management:Establishes centralized Team access to all relevant project informationManages Team uncontrolled document repository (e.g. Project History File)Conducts lessons learned exercises during project execution and share outcomes to a broader audienceGovernance:Effectively navigates the Device Team through business process stage-gatesSupports Team Leader with technical advisory and governance committee reviews at pre-defined check-in points and/or identifies appropriate check-in pointsContinuous Improvement Initiatives:Leads business process continuous improvement initiatives through applying project lessons: business process updates, PM tool optimization & implementation, best practice sharing and driving awareness across teamsMust Haves:Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.Min. 8 to 11 years of experience, with at least 5 years in a relevant industry, preferably within a global medical device, pharmaceutical, or biopharmaceutical companyExperience in project management in drug and/or medical device development and commercialization, particularly with combination productsProficiency in Project Management best practices and software (Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Google suite)PMP certification is an asset.Knowledge of 21CFR820.30 design control requirementsExperience with vendor / partner collaboration.Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.Ability to manage complex projects independently in a fast-paced, team-based environment.Fluent English is required. German, Japanese or Danish is of advantageWhat you will be offered:An opportunity to work in one of the world's most important pharmaceutical companiesModern campus with plenty of green spaces and meeting areasCentral location in BaselVaried job profileFurther training opportunities through temptrainingWorking in a dynamic and motivated team #J-18808-Ljbffr
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