
Global Cost Management Unit Lead (m/f/d)
- Wien
- Unbefristet
- Vollzeit
- Lead and develop an international team of experienced cost managers in an agile environment, fostering talent and supporting organizational and cultural growth
- Ensure the global implementation and execution of clinical trial budget processes, including cost center calculations, payment tracking, and budget vs. actual reporting.
- Monitor cost management activities to ensure accuracy, identify opportunities for process improvements, and uphold high standards in cost calculations.
- Act as a key contact for global projects, collaborating with internal stakeholders to support budget discussions and ensure smooth financial operations.
- Ensure adherence to internal guidelines and external standards (e.g., ICH-GCP), maintaining compliance across all cost-related processes and activities.
- University degree in Business Administration or equivalent qualification
- Proven leadership skills in matrix organizations or through lateral leadership, with the ability to inspire and guide teams effectively
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in cost management, ideally within clinical or project-based environments
- Ability to communicate complex content and strategies clearly, paired with a structured and proactive approach to managing challenges
- Deep understanding of teamwork in multicultural settings, self-awareness in performance and stakeholder interactions, and fluency in English (written and spoken)
- Flexible working time models: home office and flexible working hours, depending on department and position - many things are possible with us.
- Additional days off (“bridge-days”): more free time through additional days off to bridge single working days between bank holidays and the weekend - without having to use vacation days.
- Canteen & Cafeteria: whether it's coffee and croissant for breakfast, various lunch menus or snacks in between - our subsidized staff restaurant & cafeteria has something for every taste including vegetarian and vegan options.
- Learning & development: diverse training and development opportunities for your personal and professional growth. Because: you never stop learning.
- Health promotion: health is important to us - that's why we offer different programs to promote physical and mental health.
- Public transport ticket: we encourage our employees to use public transport on their daily way to work. Costs for public transport? We cover them!