Change Management & Adoption Leader - Digital Technology and AI (DTA)

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.•San Rafael, CA

23d•Hybrid

About The Position

BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health. Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities. Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options. Change Management Leader - Digital Technology and AI (DTA) Location: Hybrid Role requiring minimum 2 days onsite/per week in San Rafael, CA Reports to: Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO) Role Overview This role combines strategic change leadership with operational oversight to support the Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO) in driving transformation across the organization. The DTA Change Management Leader will be primarily accountable for ensuring that digital, data, and technology initiatives are not only delivered, but fully adopted, embedded, and sustained across the business. The role will lead enterprise change management efforts, driving behavioral, process, and cultural change to maximize the value of digital investments. In parallel, the role will establish strong operational governance, planning, and execution discipline across the CDIO function to enable consistent and scalable transformation. This role acts as a critical partner to the CDIO, ensuring strategic priorities translate into measurable adoption, business impact, and long-term organizational change.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred
8–12+ years of experience in change management, operations, strategy, or consulting
Experience in digital transformation, IT, or data-driven organizations preferred
Proven experience working with senior executives and leading cross-functional initiatives
Strong strategic thinking with ability to execute at pace
Deep expertise in change management methodologies
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to manage complexity and ambiguity
High level of organization and attention to detail

Responsibilities

Lead the design and execution of enterprise-wide change and adoption strategies for digital, data, and technology initiatives
Define and implement structured change management frameworks (e.g., stakeholder engagement, communications, training, adoption tracking)
Drive adoption and embed new systems, processes, and ways of working to ensure sustained behavioral change
Partner with business leaders to ensure ownership and accountability for change within their functions
Conduct change impact assessments and develop targeted interventions to address resistance and accelerate adoption
Establish and track adoption metrics (e.g., usage, behavior change, business outcomes) and continuously refine approaches
Build change capability across the organization through coaching, toolkits, and best practices
Partner with the CDIO to define and operationalize strategic priorities and transformation roadmap
Translate strategy into actionable plans with clear milestones, deliverables, and ownership
Monitor progress against strategic objectives and proactively identify risks and dependencies
Support prioritization and resource allocation across initiatives
Establish and manage operating rhythms, governance forums, and decision-making frameworks
Drive annual planning cycles, including goal setting, budgeting, and performance tracking
Develop KPIs and dashboards to provide visibility on performance and outcomes
Ensure alignment across digital, data, and IT teams globally
Act as a key interface between the CDIO and senior stakeholders across the business to drive alignment and buy-in for change
Develop and deliver compelling change narratives that clearly articulate the "why," "what," and "how" of transformation initiatives
Ensure consistent, transparent, and targeted communication to support engagement and adoption across all levels of the organization
Build strong relationships with business leaders to champion change and reinforce accountability for adoption outcomes