Program Manager

Location: Gdańsk - Hybrid

What We Do

At Cognizant, we are dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses — helping them go from doing digital to being digital.In Poland, our offices are in Gdańsk, Wroclaw, and Kraków. However proposed offer is based in the Client office based in Warsaw. With the capacity to support various clients, we offer a world of opportunities for both professionals and graduates. You can expect five-star training, a chance to realize your career goals, and a range of benefits. Be Cognizant!

About The Role

We're looking for a Program Manager who is highly skilled in project execution, resource management, and stakeholder communication, and experienced in overseeing budgets, procurement, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Define Program scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Allocate and manage resources (people, funding, materials, and time) to achieve project objectives.
• Maintain regular communication with stakeholders to provide updates and gather feedback.
• Identify potential new opportunities and transform them into projects with regular stakeholder communication.
• Should be able to communicate fluently in Polish with the stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Veeva Vault is a plus.
• Monitor and control program costs to ensure the projects are completed within the approved budget.
• Oversee the procurement process, manage contracts, and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Regularly report on program status, milestones, and performance against the plan to all stakeholders.
• Ensure that the project complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
• Formally close projects, including completing financial reporting, documenting lessons
  
  

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in leading large programs and managing multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a diverse team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to handle multiple projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in budgeting and financial management.
• Ability to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Familiarity with project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello).
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and environments.
• Skilled in negotiating terms and managing stakeholder expectations.
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with cafeteria benefits and bonuses
• Opportunity to be part of a rapidly expanding global organization
• Pleasant and inspiring working atmosphere
• Professional development and clear career path
• Training & development opportunities
• Private healthcare and additional life insurance
• Employee volunteering programs and opportunities
• Inclusion and diversity in practice
• Employee referral program in place
  
  

For more information about Cognizant, visit https://www.cognizant.com/en-pl/

If you are looking for another opportunity and are interested in the company, do not hesitate to apply online!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.