Associate Director, R&D Resource & Capacity Management

AstraZeneca • Boston, MA

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About The Position

The Associate Director, R&D Resource & Capacity Management, is a key role at the intersection of several functions. The successful candidate’s key responsibility will be to lead the resource capacity planning process, an essential component for the Long-Range Plan, R&D prioritization, and Annual Operating Process. Partners with R&D functional representatives to develop and improve resourcing algorithms, providing expertise to ensure these accurately represent resource demand for the R&D portfolio. Partners with the R&D functions to execute the resource planning process for R&D. Partners with PMO and Portfolio Management Leads to drive an Integrated R&D Portfolio Operations Model and supports the team with the design, development, and implementation of data analytics driven reports.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree required with 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with hands-on, comprehensive knowledge about resource capacity management.
• Proficiency in Excel with experience using Planisware.
• Strong analytical skills with proven ability to perform complex data analyses to support resourcing decisions.
• Past exposure and understanding of modeling and forecasting of portfolio execution and corresponding resource demand.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strong partnerships to successfully operate in a highly matrix-based organization while balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience with advanced analytical tools/models and decision support platforms, i.e., PowerBI.
• Understanding of program, portfolio, and financial management practices.
• Solution based, creative thinker with strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information into key insights and communicate in simple, easy to understand presentations.
• Detail oriented and independently motivated.

Nice To Haves

• MBA/M.S./M.A., or equivalent level of experience

Responsibilities

• Create, document, and maintain algorithms to translate project schedules into resource demand over time.
• Support the resource planning process and related systems.
• Offer guidance, templates, and expert support for all stakeholders using resource planning tools.
• Assist in integrated business planning by providing R&D resource needs aligned with key programs and departmental plans.
• Develop reports to effectively enhance decision-making on resources.

Benefits

• qualified retirement programs
• paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves)
• health, dental, and vision coverage
• short-term incentive bonuses
• equity-based awards for salaried roles

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees