Portfolio and Operations Change Manager (m/f/d) – 868675/1

FinOps Weekly; Basel; Hybrid; CHF 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Hays is seeking a Portfolio and Operations Change Manager to oversee the adoption and execution of five critical operational initiatives within the CS-CoE in Basel. The role blends strategy with hands-on delivery in a hybrid Basel environment (2 days remote, 3 days onsite).

The ideal candidate holds 3–5 years in Healthcare Life Sciences, with CCMP/Prosci or PMP/Agile certifications, and demonstrates exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills to drive measurable impact.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required.
• CCMP/Prosci or PMP/Agile certification highly preferred.
• 3–5 years experience in Healthcare Life Sciences (HCLS).
• Proven track record of leading change in large-scale transformations.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to translate complex changes for diverse audiences.

Aufgaben

• Lead adoption and execution of five top-priority operational initiatives within CS-CoE.
• Develop change assets and tailored roadmaps for stakeholders.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across global locations to ensure alignment with standards.
• Track adoption metrics and drive continuous improvement across programs.

Kenntnisse

Change management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Agility

Stakeholder management

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree or higher

CCMP/Prosci or PMP/Agile certification

Jobbeschreibung

Hays# Portfolio and Operations Change Manager (m/f/d) – 868675/1## Job DescriptionAdvances in AI, data, and computational sciences are reshaping how the industry approaches drug discovery and development. Research and Early Development teams worldwide are already leveraging advanced data analytics and computational models to accelerate R&D and deliver deeper scientific insights. To unlock the full potential of these capabilities, seamless data access and unified computational frameworks are essential. This is the mission of the Computational Sciences Center of Excellence (CS‐CoE) — a strategic, integrated department dedicated to harnessing the power of data and AI to support scientists in developing innovative, transformative medicines for patients around the world. At the core of this organisation, the Portfolio & Operations team acts as both strategic catalyst and operational backbone. The team drives CoE‐wide operations, portfolio strategy, budget and vendor management, procurement interactions, and cloud/software governance to ensure transparency, efficiency, and accountability. Our client is seeking an experienced professional to lead the adoption and execution of five top‐priority operational initiatives. This role is critical in moving from fragmented, manual legacy processes toward a unified, scalable “One Source of Truth” operating model. The perfect candidate: Experienced Change and Project Manager (Bachelor’s degree or higher, CCMP/Prosci or PMP/Agile preferred) with 3–5 years in Healthcare Life Sciences. Proven track record in large-scale transformation projects. Exceptional communicator, able to translate complex changes into clear, actionable messages. Strategic thinker who independently develops ideas and drives operational execution. Agile, organized, and skilled at managing multiple simultaneous workstreams. Fluent in English, ready for international assignments. Position details Start date: to be discussed Duration: until 31 Dec 2026 (no planned extension) Workload: 80–100% Location: Basel (Hybrid: 2 days remote, 3 days onsite) Travel: none Team size: 5–10 Working hours: Standard Tasks & Responsibilities: CPL (Contracts, Procurement & Licensing): Transitioning to a centralized project intake tool and standardized contract workflows. TRU (Transparency of Resource Utilisation): Implementing new CoE time reporting and financial WBS strategy. L&D (Compliance & Learning Management): Deploying a global CoE training matrix and automated system-based training. FinOps(Cloud Management): Establishing integrated cloud governance and unified financial frameworks. DOG (Deployment of Operational Guidelines): Launching a centralized “Policy Hub” for all CS CoE policies. Change Strategy & Planning: Create tailored change management roadmaps for each of the five initiatives, ensuring alignment with the broader P&O Operations vision. Communication Material Development: Design and produce high-impact communication materials, including executive read-outs, global announcements, and process Hub content. Stakeholder Coordination: Navigate complex stakeholder dynamics across the CSCOE and build consensus and ensure regional readiness for global standards. Training & Adoption Support: Partner with the L&D and DOG leads to ensure end-user training and operational guidelines are effectively deployed and understood. KPI Tracking: Refine and track success metrics related to user adoption and process standardization to demonstrate measurable impact. Must Haves: Bachelor’s degree or more advanced training; specialized certification in Change Management (e.g., CCMP, Prosci) or Project Management (PMP, Agile) is highly Preferred. 3–5 years of experience in Healthcare Life Sciences (HCLS). Proven track record of managing change for large-scale operational transformations. Communication Specialist: Exceptional ability to translate complex operational changes into clear, actionable, and persuasive materials for diverse audiences. Strategic Execution: A strategic thinker who can move between high-level strategy and the tactical creation of change assets. Agility: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and managing multiple, simultaneous workstreams with precision. English fluent is a MUST Show more Show less| Map data (C) contributorsLoading...No Records FoundSorry, no records were found. Please adjust your search criteria and try again.Maps failed to loadSorry, unable to load the Maps API.Change LocationFind awesome listings near you!