Join our global Programme Management Organization (PMO) and take a key leadership role in driving customer excellence and strategic growth. As Global Lead Programme Manager based on site at our Headquarters in Kaiseraugst, you'll lead a team of experienced Programme Managers, shaping how we deliver value to our international clients across the life sciences industry.
- Lead, coach, and inspire a global team of Programme Managers - fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous development
- Oversee customer account allocation and ensure balanced workload distribution and high-quality delivery across the team
- Serve as a senior escalation point for customers and internal stakeholders, resolving issues quickly and effectively
- Drive excellence in project and programme execution through adherence to best practices, data integrity, and client engagement principles
- Champion customer centricity, ensuring a consistently positive client experience across all touchpoints
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness within the PMO
- Partner closely with Sales, Operations, and Analytical Study Management to strengthen customer relationships and grow accounts
- Host client visits and audits, representing the company's scientific and operational capabilities with confidence and professionalism
- Support strategic business transformation initiatives and contribute to shaping the future direction of the PMO
You are an experienced leader with a strong scientific foundation and a passion for customer success. You bring :
A degree in Life Sciences (PhD, MSc, or BSc) - PMP certification is an advantage10+ years of relevant experience in the life science, CRO / CDMO, or GMP-regulated environmentProven success in managing complex, multi-site programmes and customer portfoliosStrong customer-facing and relationship management expertise at executive levelDemonstrated leadership and line management experience (8+ years managing a global team), including performance management and team developmentExcellent communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to engage in strategic and challenging discussionsHigh commercial acumen and a strong understanding of project and business dynamicsA proactive, solutions-oriented mindset - able to balance strategy with hands-on deliveryA collaborative leadership style, fostering trust, teamwork, and continuous improvementjid2ea75daa jit1249a jiy25a