Head of Project and Portfolio Management RD

Position Summary: The Biogen Development Head of Project and Portfolio Management is responsible for leading and managing a team of project planners and project managers to ensure the successful delivery of the Development organizations project portfolio (encompassing late research through loss of exclusivity) in line with the strategic objectives of the organization. The role encompasses oversight of project planning and portfolio management practices to optimize resource project performance while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

What Youll Do:

• Lead mentor and develop a highperforming team of project managers and planners ensuring they have the necessary skills knowledge and resources to succeed.
• Foster a collaborative resultsoriented and supportive team environment promoting knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Implement and refine portfolio governance frameworks that enable optimized decisionmaking.
• Oversee portfolio governance from IND through Proof of Concept and technical review committees for all clinical projects.
• Monitor and report on project performance providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Oversee the development and generation of reporting tools dashboards and selfservice options to monitor and interrogate project status and advancement.
• Ensure the development of comprehensive project plans that include clear objectives deliverables timelines resource allocations and risk identification and management plans.
• Implement and oversee project management methodologies standards and tools.
• Cultivate advanced project management capabilities within the team leveraging industry best practices.
• Serve as a key point of contact for stakeholders (including Finance the Development Leadership Team and Corporate Strategy among others) regarding project status risks and performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Manage stakeholder expectations through effective communication and reporting.
• Lead efforts to assess and enhance project management methodologies and tools maintaining an understanding of emerging trends and best practices.
• Encourage a culture of continuous improvement driving initiatives that enhance efficiency and effectiveness in project delivery.
• Contribute to the organizational strategic planning process through insights gained from portfolio performance and project trends.
• Participate actively in senior management discussions to influence the direction of project and portfolio management efforts.
• Serve as a member of the SPOQ leadership team providing input critique and support to the other groups within the function.

Qualifications :

Required Skills:

• Bachelors degree in business project management health sciences or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in project and portfolio management within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Proven experience managing complex multidisciplinary projects and portfolios.
• Strong expertise in project management methodologies such as Agile and Waterfall.
• Demonstrated team leadership and people management experience with a demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Strategic thinker with a focus on results and accountability.
• Innovative and adaptable to changing environments and priorities.
• Collaborative mindset with a passion for building highperforming teams.

Additional Information :

The base compensation range for this role is $273000 $385500. Base salary is determined by a combination of factors including but not limited to job related years of relevant experience internal equity and location of the job. Additionally this role is eligible for participation in Biogens LTI grants and other incentive programs. Biogen offers a full range of benefits that include medical dental life long and shortterm disability insurances vacation endofyear shutdown and 401K participation and matching contributions.

Why Biogen

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence and a pioneering spirit. As a midsized biotechnology company we provide the stability and resources of a wellestablished business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning growth and expanding their skills. Above all we work together to deliver lifechanging medicines with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

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