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As a Senior Program Manager or Program Manager, you will lead complex, cross-functional programs, building strong partnerships across scientific, technical and commercial teams to ensure projects are delivered successfully from concept through execution.\nThis is an office-first role. Working together in person supports close, real-time collaboration and team alignment, enabling us to deliver our best work. You will work primarily in the office, with the flexibility to work remotely for 20% of your time (one day per week).\nWhat you will get\nAn agile career with opportunities to work on innovative biologics programs\n\nA collaborative, inclusive and ethical working environment\n\nThe opportunity to influence high-impact projects that help deliver medicines to patients worldwide\n\nCompetitive compensation and recognition for high performance\n\nA comprehensive benefits package tailored to your location\n\nOngoing professional development and opportunities to share best practices across global teams\n\nThe full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits\nWhat you will do\nLead complex cross-functional programs, ensuring delivery against agreed scope, timelines and quality expectations\n\nBuild strong relationships across R&D, technical, commercial and regulatory teams, acting as the central point of coordination\n\nDrive effective project governance, risk management and decision-making throughout the program lifecycle\n\nRepresent stakeholder interests while balancing business priorities and project objectives\n\nMotivate and influence multidisciplinary teams in a matrix environment to achieve shared goals\n\nSupport the onboarding and development of colleagues by sharing project management expertise and best practices\n\nMaintain high standards of project data quality and ensure alignment with global Program and Project Management Centre of Excellence standards\n\nWhat we are looking for\nSignificant experience managing complex programs or projects within life sciences, biotechnology or a related technical environment\n\nProven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders without direct authority\n\nStrong project management expertise, including governance, planning, risk management and delivery\n\nExcellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to engage technical and business audiences\n\nA degree in Life Sciences or a related discipline; a postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience is advantageous\n\nProject Management Professional (PMP) certification or a comparable qualification is desirable\n\nA collaborative mindset, critical thinking skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment\n\nAbout Lonza\nAt Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone's ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that's the kind of work we want you to be part of.\nInnovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you're ready to help turn our customers' breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.\nReady to shape the future of life sciences? 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