PMO Coordinator - Global MSAT Primary Container (Contractor)

About the role

A leading pharmaceutical organization is looking for a PMO Support Consultant to support its Global MSAT team on two strategic primary packaging initiatives. Working closely with the Global MSAT Primary Packaging Program Lead, you will coordinate timelines, manage project documentation, consolidate technical information and facilitate communication between internal stakeholders and external suppliers. The role is based in Schaffhausen and is a one-year contractor position.

Key responsibilities

• Support planning, coordination and tracking of activities across two major pharmaceutical manufacturing projects
• Maintain project schedules, action logs, risk registers, decision trackers and project documentation
• Collect, organize and consolidate technical specifications, packaging component requirements and project information
• Maintain material demand trackers covering equipment trials, FAT/SAT activities, qualification campaigns and drug product transfers
• Coordinate with MSAT, Engineering, Quality, Procurement, Manufacturing and Supply Chain
• Support supplier communications and follow-up
• Organize project meetings, prepare minutes and action lists
• Develop project status updates and progress reports; track milestones, identify delays and escalate risks
• Drive accountability for open actions across stakeholders

Required profile

• Degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences or a related technical discipline
• At least 5 years of experience in project management, PMO support, project coordination or program coordination
• Strong organizational, planning and multitasking abilities
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Fluent English

Required skills

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)