Sr. Director, Business Planning, Operations & Transformation

Are you ready to lead transformative projects that will redefine the future of cancer treatment? As the Senior Director of Business Planning, Operations & Transformation, located in our Gaithersburg, MD office, you'll play a crucial role in driving our mission to eliminate cancer as a cause of death. You'll lead a dynamic team within the Business Planning, Operations and Transformation (BPOT) unit, impacting cross-functional teams globally and locally. This position demands strategic foresight, innovative thinking, and collaborative engagement with diverse partners to propel our Oncology and Hematology Business Unit (OBU) forward.

Accountabilities:

• Lead a team of approximately six full-time employees, fostering professional development and capability growth.
• Ensure optimal execution of the Oncology Business Operating Model from Ph3 ID through market shaping, scenario planning, launch, asset maximization, and loss of exclusivity.
• Oversee delivery of all business planning processes, including annual indication prioritization refresh, Tumor Strategy Plans, Brand Strategy Plans, and Business Operations Plans.
• Lead change through proactive partner management, effective communication, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Work with function leaders and other key partners to ensure continuous alignment of priorities.
• Identify obstacles and roadblocks; proactively address complex problems and offer potential solutions.
• Continuously improve current ways of working by seeking opportunities to drive efficiency and reduce complexity.
• Engage with Global, Regional, and Market partners to ensure global solutions meet their needs.
• Partner with Global Business Services on delivery of project management support to Integrated Business Teams (IBTs).

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 7+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical or related business
• Experience in leading teams
• Experience in Commercial Global and/or Regional roles (Medical or Marketing)
• Understanding of end-to-end commercialization process at both global and in-market levels
• Demonstrated cross-function and/or team collaboration
• Experience driving successful simplification and/or business change initiatives
• Proven track record to drive operational effectiveness or efficiency through planning or streamlining processes
• Ability to anticipate, innovate, conceptualize, and develop new impactful solutions
• Experience in developing a cross-functional team-oriented approach
• Proven track record to drive projects forward to a successful conclusion in a matrix organization
• Experience in a fast-paced high-growth environment
• Project management experience
• Strong influence without authority skills

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Oncology experience
• Experience with successful commercial pharma
• Design thinking, customer-focused and agile mentality to co-create, design, and implement interventions to deliver value
• Change management experience

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $209,000 to $313,50. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca, you'll be part of a vibrant community where diverse minds collaborate to make a significant impact. Our dynamic environment encourages innovation and agility as we work cross-functionally to drive growth and deliver life-changing medicines. With access to industry-leading research and technology, you'll have the opportunity to accelerate your career while contributing to our bold ambition of transforming cancer care. We are committed to pushing boundaries and challenging the status quo to ensure no patient is left behind.

Ready to take on this exciting challenge? Apply now and be part of our journey to revolutionize cancer treatment!

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