Location: Gdańsk - Hybrid
What we do:
At Cognizant, we are dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses — helping them go from doing digital to being digital.In Poland, our offices are in Gdańsk, Wroclaw, and Kraków. However proposed offer is based in the Client office based in Warsaw. With the capacity to support various clients, we offer a world of opportunities for both professionals and graduates. You can expect five-star training, a chance to realize your career goals, and a range of benefits. Be Cognizant!
About the role:
We're looking for a Program Manager who is highly skilled in project execution, resource management, and stakeholder communication, and experienced in overseeing budgets, procurement, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Define Program scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Allocate and manage resources (people, funding, materials, and time) to achieve project objectives.
- Maintain regular communication with stakeholders to provide updates and gather feedback.
- Identify potential new opportunities and transform them into projects with regular stakeholder communication.
- Should be able to communicate fluently in Polish with the stakeholders.
- Knowledge of Veeva Vault is a plus.
- Monitor and control program costs to ensure the projects are completed within the approved budget.
- Oversee the procurement process, manage contracts, and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Regularly report on program status, milestones, and performance against the plan to all stakeholders.
- Ensure that the project complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
- Formally close projects, including completing financial reporting, documenting lessons
Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience in leading large programs and managing multiple stakeholders.
- Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a diverse team.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to handle multiple projects.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in budgeting and financial management.
- Ability to identify and mitigate potential risks.
- Familiarity with project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello).
- Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and environments.
- Skilled in negotiating terms and managing stakeholder expectations.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary with cafeteria benefits and bonuses
- Opportunity to be part of a rapidly expanding global organization
- Pleasant and inspiring working atmosphere
- Professional development and clear career path
- Training & development opportunities
- Private healthcare and additional life insurance
- Employee volunteering programs and opportunities
- Inclusion and diversity in practice
- Employee referral program in place
For more information about Cognizant, visit https://www.cognizant.com/en-pl/
If you are looking for another opportunity and are interested in the company, do not hesitate to apply online!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
- Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000+ associates around the world.
- We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
- We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
- We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.
About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.