Job Description

Corporate R&D development PM Leader

The success of a company depends on the passionate people we partner with.

Together, let's share our talents.

As a global leader in animal health, Ceva Animal Health believes our success is linked to our passionate people researching, developing , producing and supplying innovative health solutions for all animals, which contributes to the future of our diverse planet.

We are committed to ensuring the highest possible level of care and well-being for farm animals (poultry, pigs, ruminants), companion animals (dogs and cats) and wildlife.

Indeed, Our “Together, Beyond Animal Health” vision emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of people, animals and our planet are totally interlinked. More than ever, Ceva is committed to a "One Health" approach.

As part of our “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” policy, Ceva Animal Heath is committed to the employment of people with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants. To request an accommodation, please contact a member of the Ceva Talent Acquisition team.

Your missions :

Context:

As part of Ceva's "One R&D" transformation, we are looking for a Corporate R&D develompent PM Leader to lead and elevate our global Project Management community. Reporting to the Head of Operational Excellence, R&D, this strategic leadership role will drive the delivery of key Pharma and Bio development programs across our international R&D network. As a Senior Project Leader, beyond ensuring successful execution of complex projects, you will play a pivotal role in elevating project managers into empowered project leaders by fostering scientific expertise and innovation, greater ownership, accountability and business impact. Working across multiple countries and functions, you will help shape the future of R&D project delivery through harmonized practices, digital innovation and strong leadership. This is a unique opportunity to influence strategic decisions and contribute directly to Ceva's long-term growth and innovation ambitions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the global community of Corporate Project Managers across multiple regions and cultures.
• Lead at least one strategic R&D product development.
• Drive the transformation of the project management function toward stronger scientific expertise and innovative mindset, project leadership, ownership and accountability.
• Define and oversee project and program roadmaps for the Pharma and Bio R&D portfolio.
• Support portfolio prioritization, resource allocation and management of cross-project dependencies.
• Ensure strategic projects are delivered on time, within budget and aligned with business objectives.
• Establish and deploy harmonized project management standards, methodologies and governance practices across the organization.
• Build and maintain reliable portfolio reporting and data-driven decision-making processes.
• Champion the adoption of digital and AI-enabled tools to improve planning, forecasting and reporting efficiency.
• Partner closely with R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Portfolio Management, Operations, Digital & Data and site leadership teams.
• Communicate program performance, risks and key decisions to senior stakeholders and executive leadership.

Your profile :

• PhD degree in Science, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy, Engineering or a related field. Post-doc or relevant research track record is highly valued.
• 10+ years of experience leading complex international projects or programs within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, animal health or related R&D environments.
• Proven success managing and developing high-performing, multicultural and geographically dispersed teams.
• Expertise in project and program management frameworks.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to connect project execution to broader business objectives.
• Excellent stakeholder management, influencing and executive communication skills.
• Strong interest in digital innovation, data-driven decision making and AI-enabled project management tools.
• Fully proficient in English, fluency in French appreciated.

Location : Libourne, France or Budapest, Hungary