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Cognizant Pre-Sales Project Manager in Gdansk,KP-AlGrunwaldzka411, Poland
Work model: 100% remote
What we do
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Cognizant Poland offices are located in Gdańsk, Wrocław, and Kraków. 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 highly organized and proactive NATO & Defense Pre-Sales Project Manager to orchestrate critical workstreams for strategic sales opportunities within the Public Sector. This role is crucial for ensuring the timely and high-quality delivery of all pre-sales commitments, with a primary focus on NATO and broader Defense initiatives.
Your responsibilities
Lead project management for various workstreams associated with ongoing NATO sales opportunities (approximately 60% of time).
Collaborate closely with the Defense business sales lead to manage pre-sales projects for other Defense opportunities (approximately 30% of time).
Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including tasks, owners, and timelines.
Run regular cadences to ensure deliverables for these opportunities are completed on time and to the required quality.
Proactively follow up with individual task owners to track progress.
Identify and effectively escalate blockers to ensure timely resolution.
Communicate clear status updates to relevant leadership and stakeholders.
Establish and maintain a risk register, actively tracking and mitigating potential project risks.
Engage directly with external partners and customer stakeholders as needed to facilitate project success.
Skills & Experience
Overall 5+ years of work experience with Project/Program Management.
2+ years Pre-Sales Project Management experience.
Bachelor's degree in project management, business administration, or a related field.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Optional - proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana, etc.).
We offer
Extensive benefits package: Multisport Card, LuxMed medical healthcare including dental care, life insurance, cafeteria benefits;
Open-minded and multinational environment;
Opportunity to be part of a global organization focused on development;
Professional development and clear career path;
Training & development opportunities including language courses.
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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.
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Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.