Reporting to the Head of Operational Excellence – Ops Leadership Team Direct reports: 2 x PMOs Location: Portugal (Porto) or Spain (Barcelona) KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Lead and manage the Operations Transformation Program, ensuring alignment with Global Transformation program goals, standards, and methodologies. • Ensure the delivery of the Cost Optimization Budget & PnL Impact by tracking the implementation plan, identify & mitigate risks, scoping additional Cost Savings/Optimization opportunities. • Provide strategic direction and oversight from design to delivery of the Program portfolio to the management team. • Lead PMI activities from Due Diligence to Execution, ensuring a strong integration & synergies plan across all business streams. • Identify areas for improvement and establish clear objectives, roadmap and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure progress. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including senior leaders, department heads, and subject matter experts, to identify project requirements, define objectives, and gain consensus. Establish strong relationships with stakeholders to drive collaboration and ensure project success. • Lead change management activities to support the adoption of new processes, technologies, and operational models. Develop and implement change management plans, communication strategies, and training programs to ensure smooth transitions and maximize employee engagement. Requirements • Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Engineering, or related discipline). • Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in Operations Strategy, Project management & PMI preferably in a consulting role within the healthcare sector. • Proven track record of leading and managing complex projects within a matrixed organization. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and provide innovative solutions. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. • Proficiency in Project and Portfolio management & Post Merger-Integration tools and methodologies. • At ease working in a fast paced environment • Will be mobile - Travel time expected: 20-30% • Full proficiency in English is mandatory. Other languages also valuable