Portfolio Manager

Chemo; Madrid; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continual training and development

International collaborative culture

Challenging projects with global reach

Job summary

Chemo (INSUD PHARMA) is seeking a Portfolio Manager to plan, analyze, and coordinate projects across our development and commercial portfolio, collaborating in a global, cross-functional environment.

You will support in developing portfolio plans, governance materials, and KPI analyses while coordinating with R&D, Clinical, Regulatory, and Commercial teams to align strategies and optimize information flow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Business, or similar.
• Advanced degree (MBA, MSc, PharmD, PhD) is a plus, but not mandatory.
• 2–5 years of experience in pharma, biotechnology, or related industries.
• Background in portfolio management and/or strategy.
• Basic understanding of the drug development lifecycle, regulatory steps, or commercial product management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation capabilities.
• Advanced organizational skills, managing multiple priorities efficiently.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and portfolio/project management tools (including dashboards, analytics platforms).
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in global, matrixed environments.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and results-driven.
• Strong relationship-building skills and eagerness for continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in developing and maintaining portfolio plans, including timelines, milestones, and prioritization frameworks
• Preparing strategic materials for governance meetings and portfolio reviews
• Ensuring accurate documentation and communication of portfolio decisions and updates
• Performing portfolio analyses: risk assessments, scenario comparisons, timeline evaluations, and KPIs
• Creating dashboards and regular monitoring reports with digital tools
• Coordinating with R&D, Clinical, Regulatory, Commercial, Manufacturing, and other internal partners to collect information and align strategies
• Supporting multifunctional teams in identifying potential challenges and resource constraints
• Communicating portfolio insights to stakeholders at various levels
• Tracking and highlighting emerging risks, issues, or opportunities within the portfolio
• Assisting with the evaluation of new projects, initiatives, or external collaborations
• Contributing to continuous improvement of portfolio management processes, digital tools, and systems
• Analyze and present data for strategic decision-making
• Coordinate processes with multidisciplinary global teams
• Optimize communication and information flow
• Identify and propose improvements to portfolio management tools and processes

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Multinational/global experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Business, or similar

Advanced degree (MBA, MSc, PharmD, PhD) is a plus

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Portfolio/project management tools

Dashboards / analytics platforms

Job description

Experience: 2–5 years in pharma, biotechnology, or life sciences

Want to know more?

Chemo (INSUD PHARMA) is a global leader in the pharmaceutical industry, driving innovation and expertise across the entire value chain—research, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of products for human and animal health. Present in over 50 countries, Chemo fosters a culture of collaboration, talent development, and bold innovation.

Ready to be a #Challenger?

What are we looking for?

As a Portfolio Manager, you will play a key role in planning, analyzing, and coordinating projects within our development and commercial portfolio, collaborating in a global, cross-functional environment. Your core responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in developing and maintaining portfolio plans, including timelines, milestones, and prioritization frameworks
• Preparing strategic materials for governance meetings and portfolio reviews
• Ensuring accurate documentation and communication of portfolio decisions and updates
• Performing portfolio analyses: risk assessments, scenario comparisons, timeline evaluations, and KPIs
• Creating dashboards and regular monitoring reports with digital tools
• Coordinating with R&D, Clinical, Regulatory, Commercial, Manufacturing, and other internal partners to collect information and align strategies
• Supporting multifunctional teams in identifying potential challenges and resource constraints
• Communicating portfolio insights to stakeholders at various levels
• Tracking and highlighting emerging risks, issues, or opportunities within the portfolio
• Assisting with the evaluation of new projects, initiatives, or external collaborations
• Contributing to continuous improvement of portfolio management processes, digital tools, and systems
• Analyze and present data for strategic decision-making
• Coordinate processes with multidisciplinary global teams
• Optimize communication and information flow
• Identify and propose improvements to portfolio management tools and processes

  What do you need?

  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Business, or similar
  • Advanced degree (MBA, MSc, PharmD, PhD) is a plus, but not mandatory
  • 2–5 years of experience in pharma, biotechnology, or related industries
  • Background in portfolio management and/or strategy
  • Basic understanding of the drug development lifecycle, regulatory steps, or commercial product management
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation capabilities
  • Advanced organizational skills, managing multiple priorities efficiently
  • Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and portfolio/project management tools (including dashboards, analytics platforms)
  • Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in global, matrixed environments
  • Detail-oriented, proactive, and results-driven
  • Strong relationship-building skills and eagerness for continuous learning

  Continuous training and development

  International and collaborative environment

  Challenging projects with global impact

  What will the Selection Process look like?

  • Initial contact by phone or email
  • 1–-virtual/on-site interviews with HR and area managers
  • Transparent and ongoing communication at every stage

  Think this role isn’t for you?

  COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

  At Chemo (INSUD PHARMA), we are committed to real equality. We do not discriminate by gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability or any other factor. We actively foster an inclusive workplace where everyone’s talent and capabilities make the difference.