Michael Page
Project Manager
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Role of Project Manager in the Life Science Industry
The role of Project Manager in the life science industry involves overseeing technology-related projects to ensure successful delivery within timelines and budgets. This fully remote temporary position requires a skilled professional adept at managing complex initiatives.
Client Details
The employer is a small-sized organisation within the life science industry, specialising in innovative solutions and advanced technologies. They are committed to delivering exceptional standards in their field, offering a collaborative and professional environment.
Description
Contingent Workforce / MSP
- Support the delivery and continuous improvement of the client's contingent workforce program, with a focus on MSP-supported labor solutions.
- Collaborate with the MSP and internal partners to execute contingent labor processes and resolve service delivery issues.
- Support onboarding, compliance, and governance activities related to contingent workers, including lifecycle management and regional process adherence.
- Assist with the expansion of contingent workforce processes into new countries, sites, or business units, in coordination with global and regional stakeholders.
- Enforce compliance with internal policies and local regulations regarding worker classification and co-employment controls.
- Promote adoption of workforce tools and controls through strategic communication and stakeholder engagement.
Procurement / Category Management
- Lead procurement activities focused on external workforce category management and supplier coordination.
- Analyze demand and sourcing needs to align procurement activities with broader category strategies.
- Manage supplier selection, onboarding, and performance tracking in line with business requirements.
- Support compliance checks and ensure supplier processes are handled efficiently and in accordance with internal standards.
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Governance, Change, and Continuous Improvement
- Champion continuous improvement as a change agent for procurement and contingent workforce activities.
- Optimize process efficiency, controls, and user experience across service delivery streams.
- Support documentation, workflow updates, training, and communication materials.
- Proactively identify risks and support mitigation through effective issue management.
Stakeholder Management
- Foster collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders and MSP partners.
- Negotiate solutions and resolve complex issues with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Deliver clear, professional communication across diverse functions and geographies.
Profile
A successful Project Manager should have:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Procurement, or equivalent experience.
- 7+ years of experience in procurement, contingent workforce management, workforce solutions, staffing, MSP operations, or a related field.
- Experience supporting or working within an MSP / contingent labor program is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience leading, building, or transforming contingent workforce programs in complex, enterprise environments.
- Strong knowledge of European/EMEA labor markets, worker classification, and co-employment compliance.
- Experience supporting global or multinational contingent workforce programs.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives involving compliance, process improvement, governance, or workforce operations.
- Strong understanding of contingent workforce compliance considerations, including worker classification, tenure management, and co-employment risk.
- Experience partnering with senior stakeholders across HR, Procurement, Legal, and business functions.
- Demonstrated success influencing change and driving operational excellence in a matrixed organization.
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Knowledge and Skills
- Strategic & Functional: Deep understanding of procurement, category management, and external workforce operating models.
- Compliance: High attention to detail with a strong focus on mitigating labor risks and regulatory adherence.
- Analytical: Data-driven mindset with the ability to translate trends into actionable insights.
- Communication: Exceptional influencing and stakeholder management skills; ability to bridge functions and cultures.
- Adaptability: Proven track record of managing ambiguity and delivering solutions across diverse time zones.
Job Offer
- Competitive daily rate of up to £500 a day Inside IR35.
- Opportunity to work on impactful projects in the life science industry.
- Fully remote temporary role.
- Professional environment with a focus on technology and innovation.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Project Manager to contribute to meaningful initiatives in the life science industry. If this role aligns with your expertise, we encourage you to apply.
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