Associate Director, Project Manager (Logistics)

Job Title: Associate Director, Project Manager (Logistics)

Introduction to role:

Are you ready to lead transformative logistics projects that span regional and global scales? As an Associate Director, Project Manager in Logistics, you'll spearhead initiatives from inception to implementation, ensuring seamless handover to business-as-usual teams. With a focus on time, budget, and quality, you'll drive projects that make a real difference.

This position reports to the Regional Head of Logistics  in this position you will be a key member of the Logistics Regional Leadership Team.

Accountabilities:

• Deliver regional and global logistics projects and programs on time, within budget, and aligned with agreed business benefits.

• Lead the creation of project plans, coordinating with sponsors to define activities, resources, costs, roles, responsibilities, and quality assurance.

• Adapt project work plans to meet evolving needs and requirements.

• Communicate project impacts and changes effectively to the business.

• Build and lead project teams, clearly defining roles and responsibilities while maintaining complete and current documentation.

• Develop improvement plans to identify and manage project risks effectively.

• Resolve quality and compliance risks, escalating issues when necessary.

• Manage relationships with key stakeholders to capture business requirements and align them with project objectives.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Business degree or equivalent experience

• Experience within Distribution or Logistics

• Strong experience in managing key projects and programmes of work

• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills

• Strong Communication skills (add)

• Proven ability to manage and work with cross-functional teams

• Proven ability to plan and execute multiple projects and tasks concurrently

• Good stakeholder management capabilities

• Good business acumen and strong analytical skills

• Experience of working in GDP, GSP and GMP environments (remove GSP)

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Knowledge and understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs)

• Project Management Certification

• Experience with commercialization and launch of new products

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca, we are driven by a mission to transform healthcare through science, data, and technology. Our innovative approach is reshaping how we discover and develop medicines, creating swift impacts on disease. By embracing digital advancements, we enhance patient experiences and outcomes. Here, you'll combine your expertise with cutting-edge technology to drive innovation and optimize possibilities.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our dynamic team!

Date Posted

09-Dec-2025

Closing Date

23-Dec-2025

Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.