.Global Meetings and Events - Congress Project ManagerLocation: Zapopan, Jalisco, MexicoJob ID: R-211619Date posted: 23/10/2024Positions are open to Mexican Citizens and official residents of Mexico.Location: Guadalajara (hybrid)Strong English Interpersonal Skills RequiredMust Submit Resume in EnglishAbout The AstraZenecaAstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused pharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world's most serious diseases. We're dedicated to being a Great Place to work!About The TeamThe Congress Project Manager is a part of the Global Meetings and Events (GME) team that sits within the Global Business Services (GBS) organization at AstraZeneca. This team is responsible for delivering best-in-class events following an SMMP (Strategic Meetings Management Program). This role will support improving congresses as a key channel to implement disease strategy and to advance the care of patients suffering from rare and devastating diseases.About The RoleThe Project Manager will deliver best-in-class face-to-face and hybrid Congress planning services with a focus on the RDU (rare business disease unit). The congress team is responsible for coordinating how the business shows up at congresses as the leader in rare disease in an increasingly competitive environment.AccountabilitiesThe ideal candidate will have strong project management, problem-solving, negotiation, and social skills, and be able to work with little supervision. Candidate must be highly organized, flexible, and thrive in a fast-paced and highly regulated environment. Responsibilities include:End-to-end accountability to plan and complete congresses (face-to-face/hybrid) by collaborating with relevant business owners, multiple collaborators, associations, external and in-house partners.Connect with cross-functional teams to define objectives & success measures.Act as internal congress authority, advising teams on sponsorship level, investment, and congress activities.Operational management of exhibition booth, symposia, sponsorship, housing, and budget management.Provide strong project management with effective communication across all levels of organizations.Understand external regulatory codes across major markets.Identify creative solutions for cost-saving opportunities.Travel to and support all assigned congresses.RequirementsMinimum qualifications include:Experience in congress management, knowledge of pharmaceutical congress industry, codes, and practices (minimum 3-5 years).Experience in leading teams and driving performance through external suppliers.Ability to deliver and remain resilient within a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Demonstrated excellent communication, negotiation, and social skills.Proficiency in MS Office tools (MS Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).Ability to travel up to 25% when required