Senior R&D Project Operations Lead

ABOUT THE JOB

Ceva-Phylaxia seeks applicants for the full-time position of Senior R&D Project Operations Lead in the Global Portfolio & Project Management Office of Ceva's Phylaxia Campus in Budapest's 10th district.

The Phylaxia Campus is one of the flagship sites of Ceva Animal Health group. The Global Portfolio & Project Management Office has the mission to strengthen Ceva's portfolio, project, and finance management capabilities, and to raise our standards of operational excellence across all domains. As our organization continues to evolve, we are looking for a seasoned professional who can bring both structure and agility to our growing PMO function.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Reporting to the Global Bio Portfolio Manager, you will take a leading role in shaping and elevating project management standards, driving best practices, and ensuring robust consolidation of project data across the portfolio. Beyond operational delivery, you will act as a trusted reference point for project managers and a key contributor to our organizational transformation.

YOUR DAY TO DAY

• Lead the definition, implementation, and continuous improvement of project management standards, processes, and procedures across the portfolio scope.
• Ensure coherent consolidation of all projects, including project valorization, by maintaining a high level of rigor and consistency across reporting frameworks.
• Own and develop the project portfolio management (PPM) tool for your scope — generating live dashboards, portfolio indicators, and dynamic views with advanced filters and sortings.
• Act as a change agent within the PMO: proactively identify gaps, propose improvements, and drive adoption of new practices in a fast-evolving organizational environment.
• Collaborate closely with other PMO coordinators to harmonize practices, share learnings, and build a cohesive PMO community across the organization.
• Coach and mentor project managers to report consistently and accurately, fostering a culture of accountability and transparency.
• Serve as a bridge between strategic portfolio needs and day-to-day operational realities, staying closely connected to team dynamics and ground-level challenges.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• University degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Biology, or Project Management
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech environment, with demonstrated exposure to project or portfolio management roles
• Proven ability to lead without formal authority — influencing stakeholders, guiding peers, and driving alignment across cross-functional teams
• Strong track record of operating effectively in complex, changing organizations, with the resilience and flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and structures
• Hands-on experience with PPM tools; proficiency in Smartsheet and the Microsoft suite is highly valued
• Hungarian native or fluent, English fluent (written and spoken). French is a strong advantage.

Soft skills:

• Leadership presence: Inspiring confidence and direction while remaining approachable and grounded in team realities.
• Adaptability: Thriving in ambiguous, fast-changing environments and turning uncertainty into opportunity.
• Empathy: Actively listening to team concerns and adjusting approach to support individuals and collective performance.
• Communication: Conveying complex information clearly and persuasively across all levels of the organization.
• Problem-solving: Anticipating issues, thinking critically, and developing pragmatic, effective solutions.
• Collaboration: Building strong working relationships across functions, cultures, and seniority levels.
• Time management: Balancing multiple priorities with discipline and a results-oriented mindset.
• Work ethic: Demonstrating ownership, professionalism, and a continuous improvement mindset.

COMPENSATION

We acknowledge and value your performance with several benefits and bonuses in addition to your salary. We also believe in keeping our remuneration competitive and increasing our salaries annually.

• We offer an exceptional annual cafeteria equivalent to a 13th month salary
• You are eligible for an annual bonus scheme based on both individual and company performance, equivalent to a minimum of an additional month’s salary
• We prioritize your health with a premium private insurance package
• We support your health with complimentary sports and fitness opportunities
• We provide school starting support to assist your family
• If you commute from outside of Budapest, we will cover your travel
• Enjoy a wide selection of breakfast and lunch options at discounted prices in our on-site restaurant
• We offer free and secure parking for employees who commute by car
• Lunchtime is more enjoyable as it is part of our working hours

Senior R&D Project Operations Lead

Egy vállalat sikerét elsősorban a szenvedélyes kollégák közös munkája és együttműködése hozza meg. Együtt, egymás tehetségén osztozva.

Az állategészségügyben globálisan is meghatározó vállalatként, a Ceva Animal Health-nél úgy véljük, sikerünk abban rejlik, hogy elkötelezett kollégáink innovatív egészségügyi megoldásokat kutatnak, fejlesztenek, gyártanak és szállítanak minden állat számára. Ezzel pedig hozzájárulunk sokszínű bolygónk jövőjéhez.

Elkötelezettek vagyunk aziránt, hogy a lehető legmagasabb szintű gondoskodást és jólétet biztosítsuk a haszonállatok (baromfi, sertés, kérődző), a vadon élő állatok és a házi kedvencek (kutya, macska) számára egyaránt.

Az „Együtt, az állategészségügyön túl” jövőképünk rámutat arra, hogy az emberek, az állatok, valamint bolygónk egészsége és jóléte teljesen mértékben összefügg egymással. Ez a „One Health” megközelítés,amely mellett a Ceva minden eddiginél jobban elkötelezett.

A "Diverzitás, Egyenlő bánásmód és Befogadás" irányelv részeként a Ceva Sante Animale -nél elkötelezettek vagyunk a megváltozott munkaképességű emberek foglalkoztatására, továbbá, hogy megfelelő körülményeket biztosítsunk az interjúztatás folyamata alatt, hogy mindenki számára egyenlő esélyeket nyújtsunk. Szállás igényléséhez kérjük, lépjen kapcsolatba a Ceva HR csapatval.

WHY CEVA-PHYLAXIA?

Together, our passionate people drive innovative health solutions for all animals, contributing to the future of our diverse planet.

• We dedicate our work to protect animal welfare every day
• We offer stable employment in a resilient industry
• Our business has been growing exponentially
• We offer comprehensive training opportunities
• You can join a dynamically growing team of professionals
• We provide great benefits focusing on your commitment and well-being