Gerente de gestión de proyectos (Ciudad de México)

Make your mark for patients

UCB is seeking an exceptional Special Projects Manager who will drive business excellence and support the execution of key strategic initiatives across the affiliate. This role leads the implementation of critical cross‑functional projects, applying best‑in‑class frameworks and methodologies to elevate performance and operational effectiveness. The manager is the single point of contact between the Mexican affiliate, regional and global teams for strategic initiatives above country level.

Responsibilities

1. Strategic Project & Program Leadership
   • Drive the execution of critical cross‑functional and priority strategic initiatives, ensuring delivery against scope, milestones, risks, dependencies, and quality standards.
   • Oversee end‑to‑end program management activities, including planning, governance routines, documentation, dashboards, and executive reporting.
   • Steer budgeting, forecasting, resourcing, and governance processes to enable effective business excellence delivery.
   • Champion the adoption of project management methodologies and enhance execution frameworks through continuous improvement.
2. Cross‑Functional Alignment & Stakeholder Leadership
   • Serve as the primary liaison across Commercial, Medical, Omnichannel, I2I, Talent, Med Ops, and Market Access teams, ensuring alignment, timely communication, and issue resolution.
   • Partner with the Regional team to shape and advance transformation initiatives that elevate organizational effectiveness and stakeholder experience in the affiliate.
   • Enable access to subject‑matter experts and coordinate capability‑building and learning agendas across functions.
   • Collaborate with HQ partners to ensure strategic and operational alignment with integral standards and solutions.
3. Business Excellence & Operational Optimization
   • Identify operational improvement opportunities and implement best‑practice processes to strengthen efficiency and performance.
   • Ensure flawless execution of day‑to‑day operations and strategic projects, driving consistency, impact, and operational rigor.
   • Lead audit remediation activities in partnership with relevant departments, ensuring timely and compliant resolution.
   • Oversee procurement‑related activities, inventory coordination, and supplier engagement where required.
4. Performance Management, Reporting & Governance
   • Develop and oversee KPI frameworks and performance metrics to measure outcomes, inform decisions, and guide continuous improvement.
   • Deliver high‑quality executive reports, presentations, and governance materials for leadership and cross‑functional stakeholders.
   • Support progress tracking and reporting for Customer Engagement initiatives, including AI and Process Excellence, ensuring visibility for the Omnichannel Stakeholder Experience Lead and core teams.
   • Ensure adherence to corporate policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards.
5. Operational, Meeting & Logistics Oversight
   • Orchestrate logistics for key meetings, workshops, trainings, and project‑related events to ensure seamless execution.
   • Maintain well‑structured project documentation, communications, and operational records to support execution excellence.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or consumer industry with a strong background in project management and cross‑functional program delivery.
• Advanced expertise in project management methodologies and digital/AI‑driven platforms.
• Proven track record leading complex initiatives, managing multiple priorities, and operating effectively in fast‑paced, dynamic environments.
• Experience in training, capability‑building, or learning program coordination is highly desirable.
• Project Management certification (completed or in progress) is a strong asset.
• Relevant pharmaceutical experience, including internships or rotations, preferred.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and modern project management tools.
• Inclusive leadership behaviors, fostering collaboration, learning mindset, and a solution‑oriented culture.
• Strong adaptability, with the ability to pivot quickly in response to evolving business needs.
• Ability to operate autonomously while effectively engaging with cross‑functional teams.

UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws. Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities, contact us at Ver el correo electrónico en click.appcast.io. If your enquiry does not relate to adjustments, we will not be able to support you through this channel.