Program Manager (m/w/d)

Location: Colmar

A Career at Lonza

What you will get

• An agile career and a dynamic work culture

• An inclusive and ethical workplace

• Hybrid working policy

• Compensation programs that recognize high performance

• In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect numerous lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits.

• Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

For Lonza's Capsultes & Health Ingredients at our Site in Colmar we are looking for a driven and passionate Program Manager to join our dynamic team !

You will serve as key support to the RBU function and by acquiring knowledge and experience become a key advisor to the RBU Head, including responsibility for driving regional strategic alignment, LT operational cadence, and governance across EMEA.

You will provide coordination or critical support in executing and monitoring main business processes progresses and strategic projects,  and driving cross-functional initiatives. Additionally you will draft presentations and reports for the RBU Head.

The position is based in Colmar, France. Location in Bornem (Belgium) could be discussed.
 

What you will do:

• Collaborate with the RBU LT and -1 to support planning, ensuring alignment with company strategy and annual goals.

• Lead regional strategic initiatives with decision-making authority.

• Oversee and optimizes RBU governance processes, ensuring leadership readiness for Divisional LT interactions.

• Oversee Leadership Team operations and processes, driving efficiency and effectiveness in leadership initiatives.

• Identify opportunities within the organization to implement lean processes to drive efficiency and leadership programs to drive effectiveness.

• Foster an organizational culture of continuous improvement.

• Lead and/or support strategic projects and initiatives by coordinating with various cross-functional stakeholders, setting timelines, and tracking progress.

• Prepare presentations and communications for stakeholders within the RBU and at the Divisional LT level.

• Curate reports and analyze data to provide timely and insightful analysis to support decision making.

• Execute the RBU Governance and support organization and preparation

• Regular engagement with Divisional LT and senior cross-functional leaders across EMEA

• Perform other duties as assigned

What we are looking for

• Bachelor or Master in Business or related field

• English fluent

• Project Management

• Critical thinking  and ability to anticipate future outcome beyond actions

• Demonstrated leadership abilities and people coordination

• High level of business acumen and cross-functional awareness

• Discretion, with the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex problems, translate data into meaning, and develop practical solutions

For Lonza internals: if you’re motivated to learn and bring the right mindset, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every skill listed.

At 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.

Innovation 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.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.