Analyst - Project Operations

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today! Job Details Under the direction of the Lead of Project Operations, the Project Analyst will work closely with Consulting Services team members to support both internal and client projects in a fast-paced, growing consulting environment. This role is ideal for someone early in their project management career who is highly organized, collaborative, and interested in building experience in healthcare, pharmaceutical, or consulting projects. We welcome candidates who have strong coordination skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. Responsibilities Support the planning, setup, and day-to-day coordination of internal and client projects Assist with developing project statements of work (SOWs) and budgets, and help route them through internal review processes Use internal Project Operations tools and processes to initiate and maintain projects Create, track, and update project timelines, helping teams stay on schedule Monitor project progress, budgets, and resource hours, with support from senior team members Identify project risks or issues and escalate them appropriately Support scope and change management processes, ensuring updates are communicated and documented Assist with project financial tracking and client billing coordination in partnership with finance and senior team members Help prepare and update project status reports, creative briefs, meeting agendas, and follow-up action items Schedule and coordinate internal project meetings and client status meetings Participate in client calls as needed, capture notes, and track action items Learn and follow client-specific processes to ensure compliance Support Medical/Legal/Regulatory (MLR) submissions through client portals and other submission tools Coordinate with internal teams and client reviewers to help ensure deliverables are submitted on time Route project deliverables to appropriate team members for review, editing, design, and approval Perform quality checks on deliverables to ensure naming conventions, formatting, references, and annotations are complete Maintain organized electronic project files and documentation Help communicate project updates internally and externally Identify opportunities to improve team communication and project efficiency Support vendor or contractor coordination as needed Perform other related duties as assigned #LI-AT2 . What We’re Looking For We are looking for someone who is: Organized and detail-oriented Comfortable managing multiple tasks at once A strong communicator who enjoys working with different teams Eager to learn and grow in project management Able to stay calm and flexible in a fast-moving environment Customer-focused and collaborative Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience 1–2 years of experience in project coordination, project management, operations, client services, marketing, consulting support, or a similar role Experience working in a fast-paced office or team environment Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, OneNote, and MS Teams Strong written and verbal English communication skills Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams Nice to Have These are helpful, but not required. If you don’t meet every item, we still encourage you to apply: Exposure to healthcare, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, consulting, or other regulated industries Familiarity with Medical/Legal/Regulatory (MLR) review or client submission processes Understanding of project timelines, budgets, and project terminology Exposure to contracting, finance, or copy approval workflows PMP certification or progress toward a project management certification Why This Role May Be a Great Fit This is a strong opportunity for someone looking to deepen their experience within a collaborative consulting environment. You’ll gain exposure to client work, project operations, compliance processes, and cross-functional teamwork while learning from experienced colleagues. Additional Information Business fluent English required Some flexibility in working hours may be needed from time to time, including occasional evening or weekend work What Cencora offers ​Benefit offerings outside the US may vary by country and will be aligned to local market practice. The eligibility and effective date may differ for some benefits and for team members covered under collective bargaining agreements. Full time Affiliated Companies Affiliated Companies: Soluutivo Equal Employment Opportunity Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law. The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory. Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email [email protected] . We will make accommodation determinations on a request-b