Associate Director, R&D Resource & Capacity Management
About The Position
This is what you will do: 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
- 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with hands-on, comprehensive knowledge about resource capacity management.
- Bachelor's in sci ence or business
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
