Overview
Job Title : Director of Project Management Office
Job Description : We are seeking an experienced professional to lead our project management office as Director. This role ensures strategic programs and critical projects align with our growth plan. The Director leads the Project Management Office, setting governance, standards, and KPIs for consistent execution. They build PMO capability and customer-facing strength while acting as a trusted advisor to leadership. This position can be based in any city, but preferably in Madrid, Spain.
Key Responsibilities
- Define, maintain, and implement PMO methodology, processes, tools, and governance standards.
- Ensure timely, on-budget project delivery meeting commercial and quality criteria.
- Lead with a customer-first mindset, driving effective communication and collaboration.
- Partner with Business Unit Heads and Functional Leaders to ensure cross-functional planning and execution.
- Oversee project staffing, ensuring teams have the right skills and capabilities.
- Monitor KPIs, dashboards, and metrics to track progress, risks, and dependencies.
- Provide strategic advice to leadership and clients on critical initiatives and complex projects.
- Drive operational and organizational transformation to optimize customer experience.
- Report program progress and outcomes to the Executive Team.
- Build, develop, and mentor the PMO organization, defining competencies and fostering growth.
Requirements
A university degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; a Master's degree or PMP certification is a plus.12-15 years of experience in Project / Program Management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within Pharma / CDMO or similar regulated industries.Strong knowledge of PMO governance, methodologies, KPIs, and cross-functional project execution.Proven track record in managing complex, multi-site programs in manufacturing environments.Knowledge of finished product pharmaceutical and health and beauty cosmetic product forms and process technologies is a plus.Proven ability to motivate and engage direct reports across different geographies, resulting in a high-performing team and delivering results.Strategic mindset, strong leadership and influencing skills, excellent communication, problem-solving, and change management capabilities.Fluency in English; additional European languages (Greek, Spanish, Italian, or German) are assets.Proficiency in MS Project / other PM tools, advanced Excel / PowerPoint.Approximately 30-40% travel across sites for alignment, stakeholder engagement, and oversight of project execution.#J-18808-Ljbffr