Project Manager - France
About Astellas
Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com.
Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?
We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.
Location and Working Environment
- This position is located in Levallois-Perret, France.
- This position is hybrid and will require you to be onsite 2 days per week.
- Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines Statement- At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.
Purpose & Scope
As Project Manager you will be a facilitator and coordinator who will be responsible for ensuring that all the key stages of a project are articulated in the most optimal way possible.
In this position you will be responsible for objective and quantified elements (such as planning, budgets, quality of deliverables, amongst others), where you will use your communication skills to build strong relationships with your internal stakeholders, as well as your organizational and analytical skills.
Role and Responsibilities
- Be the Key Point of Contact for all transversal projects (BRM, CSP, GS, Awards…) and ensure their full deployment and support the identified stakeholders.
- Be the LT local operational support for all initiatives and functional needs (LT meeting management & agenda, minutes and action log follow-up).
- Align the affiliate around innovation initiatives by using the Innovation Hub and supporting its sponsor.
- In relation to “Resource coordination and allocation", be the referent and coordinate all the stakeholders in order to ensure the coherence of the project by developing amongst other actions the development of the schedule and ensuring that it is respected.
- Manage the budget and be proactive if arbitrations are necessary in the allocation of resources (computer resources, financial resources etc.).
- For the organization of activities, develop a global vision, identify the weak points on timings, and the risks inherent in the deployment of a program (technical, human, financial) and manage them.
- Ensure the deployment of the different aspects of the project and determine the friction points and propose solutions.
- Develop and deploy methods for resolving bugs around projects.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (Marketing, Engineering, Project Management studies, etc.)
- Fluent in English and French languages.
- Extensive and solid previous experience in project management positions to understand the challenges inherent in planning and budget.
- Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
- Analytical mind and attention to detail.
- Experience working with different tools, such as CRM (Salesforce, Adobe), ERP (SAP or Oracle type) or, a ticketing tool (JIRA, Confluence).
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of planning methods, such as PERT, GANT.
- Knowledge of budget management tools, financial methods.
- Knowledge of cost calculation methods (management control), such as full costs, profit centres, etc.
What awaits you at Astellas?
- Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.
- Real-world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
- Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
- A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.
Our Organizational Values and Behaviors
- Impact
- Innovation
- Integrity
- One Astellas
- Accountability
- Courage
- Sense of Urgency
- Outcome Focus
Benefits
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