- The Senior Manager, Strategic Initiatives in the PMO provides strategic leadership and oversight for Alira Health’s Project Management Office as well as related corporate initiatives.

- This individual ensures the delivery of high-impact projects and M&A; integrations aligned with corporate strategy, while driving operational excellence and process improvement.

- Working closely with the COO, this position plays a pivotal role in translating strategic goals into actionable operational plans, overseeing the PMO, and driving cross-functional alignment

- This role serves as a bridge between the COO and the project teams, contributing to both execution and operational governance.

- Thus, it requires strong experience in cross-functional team leadership, project portfolio management, and collaboration with senior leadership.

- The Senior Manager, PMO is a key player in advancing Alira Health’s operational strategy and delivering transformative projects

- Support the COO in overseeing operational budgets for corporate projects, ensuring alignment with financial targets and strategic priorities

- Track and analyze project-level financial performance, providing regular updates on cost, resource allocation, and potential risks

- Monitor operational KPIs tied to project delivery and PMO effectiveness

- Collaborate with the COO and senior leadership to break down strategic goals into manageable operational plans

- Lead the implementation of large-scale corporate initiatives within the PMO Project Portfolio, ensuring alignment with Alira Health’s strategic objectives

- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to integrate M&A; initiatives and operational improvements into the company’s broader strategy

- Implement and oversee governance frameworks for project execution, ensuring accountability, efficiency, and clear decision-making processes

- Partner with global operational leaders to standardize project management practices across offices

- Drive compliance with regulatory requirements and internal governance standards for all corporate projects





- Assist in designing and implementing client governance frameworks to improve alignment between business operations and client needs

- Collaborate with operations teams to monitor and enhance client satisfaction through effective project delivery

- Act as a key liaison between the PMO, COO, and other senior leaders, ensuring clarity in communication around strategic goals and project status

- Prepare and deliver reports, presentations, and dashboards that provide insights into project performance and operational efficiency

- Represent the PMO in leadership meetings, sharing updates and driving actionable discussions

- Provide leadership to PMO team members, mentoring and developing their skills to create a high-performing team

- Foster a feedback-driven culture that prioritizes accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement

- Define and oversee the professional development pathways for PMO team members, promoting career growth and cross-functional collaboration

- Lead initiatives to enhance PMO processes and methodologies, leveraging best practices from lean and agile frameworks

- Oversee the portfolio of projects managed by the PMO, ensuring they align with Alira Health’s strategic priorities and deliver measurable outcomes

- Identify and implement innovative tools and technologies to improve efficiency and effectiveness within the PMO

Benefits

- Supported Work-Life Balance

- Global Connection and Travel
- Professional Development and Continuing Education

- Access to Dynamic Clients and Projects- Strong expertise in strategic planning, process optimization, and portfolio management

- Familiarity with international operations, particularly in US and EU markets

- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Business, Healthcare, Finance, or Life Sciences

- Experience working directly with senior leadership,



including COO or C-suite executives

- 6-7+ years of project management experience, including 3+ years leading cross-functional project teams in a general environment

- Proven track record in overseeing large-scale operational projects and initiatives

- Expertise in project portfolio management tools and methodologies

- Advanced business English proficiency (written and verbal)

- Expertise in Process Improvement Methodologies (such as Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other process improvement frameworks)

- Advanced understanding of change management principles and governance frameworks

- 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

- Strong capabilities in reporting and performance monitoring systems

- Additional languages such as Spanish, Italian, or German are a plus

- Proficiency in financial performance tracking and operational KPI analysis

- Advanced proficiency in standard AI tools and experience incorporating AI tools into tasks, projects, and general management workflows

- Adaptability and willingness to learn in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

- Feedback-oriented with the ability to develop a growth-focused team culture based on candid and honest feedback

- Experience working in international teams, preferably between the EU and US

- Exceptional leadership and team management abilities

- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with an ability to work across functions and geographies

- Adaptability and an innovation-driven mindset with the ability to tackle unstructured challenges

- High emotional intelligence and mentoring skills, fostering collaboration and accountability

- Strategic thinking with a focus on execution and results

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

📌 Senior Manager of Strategic Initiatives (Barcelona)
🏢 Alira Health
📍 Barcelona