Director Operational Excellence (Evidence Clinical Trials Unit)

AstraZeneca • Gaithersburg, MD

101d • $196,778 - $295,167

About The Position

Join AstraZeneca's Oncology Business Unit as the Director of Operational Excellence, where you will play a pivotal role in driving the effective delivery of observational and interventional studies. Your leadership will ensure that the Evidence Delivery Team operates at peak efficiency, aligning resources with AstraZeneca's strategic goals. As a catalyst for change, you will optimize resource allocation, streamline processes, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. This is your chance to make a profound impact on the organization and ensure that operations are positioned for future strategic opportunities.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in resource management, including capacity planning and allocation.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing operational strategies and initiatives that enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams through change management and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience in utilizing data analytics to drive decision-making and measure operational success.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience collaborating across multiple functions and regions.
• Bachelor's University degree (or equivalent).
• High cultural sensitivity, negotiation, and collaboration skills, coupled with extensive networking capabilities.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to or experience of Portfolio analysis and management.
• Several years’ experience working within a pharmaceutical organization.
• Knowledge of the different types of medical activities, including evidence study delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead resource and capacity planning activities to efficiently deliver the portfolio of studies and ensure data transparency.
• Align resources with AstraZeneca's strategic imperatives, optimizing allocation to support global initiatives.
• Monitor FTE capacity and develop operational plans based on future demand forecasts.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to resource allocation and capacity constraints.
• Maintain accurate resource tracking for visibility across all projects.
• Collaborate with functional resource managers and finance directors to secure necessary FTE allocations.
• Identify and implement process improvements for optimal operational performance.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability within operational practices.
• Act as a change agent, leading teams through organizational changes.
• Establish metrics to monitor resource utilization and exceed productivity targets.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational capabilities and deliver impactful results.
• Identify potential risks in operations and develop strategies to mitigate them.

Benefits

• Qualified retirement program (401(k) plan)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Paid leaves
• Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees