Senior Project Manager

Alira Health; Barcelona; Híbrido; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Alira Health in Barcelona seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead PMO operations, portfolio management, and IT governance across a global team. You will shape operational plans, own project charters, timelines, and KPI dashboards, and drive data-driven improvements.

The role requires 4–5 years in project management/operations, preferably with healthcare exposure, and hands-on software implementation experience (ERP/PSA/HRIS/CRM/ATS).

Formación

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; advanced degrees preferred.
• 4–5 years of project management/operations experience with cross-functional teams.
• Healthcare experience is a plus and highly desirable.
• Experience implementing enterprise software solutions (ERP/PSA/HRIS/CRM/ATS).

Responsabilidades

• PMO operations development: shape and implement operational plans aligned with strategic goals.
• Portfolio management: lead medium to large projects, charter creation, timelines, and reports.
• Process optimization and innovation: drive Lean/Agile improvements and tool rollouts.
• Stakeholder and communication management: align cross-functional teams and escalate issues.
• Professional development and team collaboration: mentor and grow PMO staff.
• IT governance: oversee IT project portfolio, define KPIs, ensure security/compliance.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

MS Office proficiency

PM tools & methodologies

Process optimization

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

English proficiency

Educación

BS in Business Administration/Management

BS in Finance

BS in Life Sciences

Master's degree preferred

Herramientas

ERP

PSA

HRIS

CRM

ATS platforms (e.g., SAP, Workday, Salesforce)

Descripción del empleo

Job Description Summary

THE SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER ROLE

Join our global team dedicated to innovation and initiative, where physical walls and different time zones don’t limit, but encourage, collaboration. Where all contributions and new ideas are explored with an open mind and work is driven by our shared values: be courageous, be accountable, be honest, be inclusive and elevate others.

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

PMO Operations Development

• Partner with PMO leadership to shape and implement operational plans that align with Alira Health’s strategic goals.
• Own and refine operational metrics to ensure the effectiveness of PMO initiatives, recommending adjustments to leadership as needed.
• Design and implement frameworks for managing internal governance and accountability across projects.

Project Portfolio Management

• Lead medium- to large-scale projects and coordinate broader strategic initiatives across multiple stakeholders.
• Own the creation of project charters, timelines, and reports, ensuring accountability for on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Use KPIs to assess the success of initiatives and drive process improvements based on data-driven insights.

Process Optimization And Innovation

• Drive the continuous improvement of PMO and Alira Health processes at the Business Unit level through lean and agile methodologies.
• Lead the identification and rollout of new tools and technologies that enhance operational efficiency, including software implementation initiatives.

Stakeholder And Communication Management

• Lead communication across cross-functional teams to align objectives and drive seamless collaboration, serving as a key point of escalation.
• Own the creation of client governance frameworks to enhance stakeholder satisfaction and project outcomes.
• Present project performance and operational updates directly to leadership, providing recommendations for course correction.

Professional Development And Team Collaboration

• Mentor and provide guidance to team members on best practices.
• Contribute to the professional development of the PMO team by sharing knowledge and lessons learned.
• Actively participate in a feedback-oriented culture, both giving and receiving constructive input to strengthen team performance.

IT Governance

• Own oversight of the IT project portfolio, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategic initiatives.
• Define and track IT-related KPIs and metrics to evaluate project success and system performance.
• Lead engagements with Business Process Owners to define requirements, manage priorities, and streamline IT and software solutions across departments, including new system implementations.
• Ensure IT projects adhere to governance standards, including compliance with security and regulatory requirements.
• Drive communication between the PMO, Operational, and IT teams to ensure seamless integration of tools and technologies that support operational objectives.

Desired Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Business, Healthcare, Operations, Logisitics, or Life Sciences.
• Master’s degree in related fields (e.g., Healthcare Management, Engineering, or Economics) strongly preferred.
• 4-5 years of experience in project management, operations, or related fields, including experience leading cross-functional projects.
• Experience in healthcare is a plus.
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience with the implementation of at least one type of business software solution, such as ERP, PSA, HRIS, CRM, or ATS platforms (e.g., Unit4, OpenAir, SAP, Workday, Salesforce, or similar).

Location

• Barcelona, Spain
• In-office presence required for the first 6 months, 50% required moving forward

Technical Competencies

TECHNICAL COMPETENCES & SOFT SKILLS

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to define, track, and interpret KPIs and operational metrics, and translate them into actionable recommendations.
• Proficiency and experience in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Proven track record with project management tools and methodologies (e.g., lean, PMP, or agile practices)
• Proven ability to redesign business processes by combining domain expertise, automation, and generative AI technologies, with a focus on reducing manual effort, improving scalability, and increasing the leverage of senior professionals.
• Software implementation experience for enterprise software (ERP, PSA, HRIS, CRM, ATS, or similar platforms).
• Strong command of portfolio management concepts and IT governance principles.
• Proven experience with operational reporting and performance monitoring.
• Advanced business English proficiency (written and verbal)
• Additional languages such as Spanish, Italian, or German are a plus

Soft Skills

• Experience working in international teams, preferably between the EU and US.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage effectively with, and influence, cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.
• Adaptability and sound judgment in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to tackle unstructured challenges.
• Time management and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Proactive, collaborative, and capable of driving initiatives to completion.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior colleagues and contribute to a feedback-oriented, growth-focused team culture.

Languages

English

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS): Business Administration/Management, Bachelor of Science (BS): Finance, Bachelor of Science (BS): Life Sciences

Contract Type

Regular

Salary Range

The final offer will be determined within the applicable location-specific range and will depend on the candidate’s confirmed work location, relevant experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and role scope.

Spain/Italy EUR 30-50,000 Annually