Executive Director, Head of Strategy & Business Transformation

AstraZeneca • Gaithersburg, MD

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About The Position

The Executive Director, Head of Strategy & Business Transformation is responsible for providing specialist Business Strategy and Portfolio expertise through global process management of the Business Strategy and Portfolio function. This role significantly contributes to the regional Business Strategy and Portfolio strategy and leads, guides, evaluates, and develops the team within the Business Strategy and Portfolio area to ensure that objectives are achieved while complying with all relevant regulations and laws. The position also involves performance management of senior managers, identifying development opportunities for direct reports, and effective succession planning. The Executive Director will lead or oversee a diverse range of initiatives aimed at improving quality, compliance, cost, or time, and where appropriate, lead the development of new methodologies or processes to provide business benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's of Science degree in an appropriate discipline.
• Professional qualification.
• Ability to lead cross-functional working groups and teams.
• Proven leadership ability promoting, motivating, and empowering others.
• Significant understanding of strategy formulation and evaluation.
• Experience managing vast portfolios within a clinical or pharmaceutical environment.
• Experience leading a development team in a global environment.
• Conceptual, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to influence strategically and persuade tactfully.

Nice To Haves

• PhD in scientific discipline.
• Expert reputation within the business and industry.
• Extensive knowledge of the latest technical and regulatory expectations.
• Operational expertise in risk management and contingency planning.
• Familiarity with the latest research and thinking.
• Effective problem and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent knowledge of AstraZeneca policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist Business Strategy and Portfolio expertise through global process management.
• Contribute to the regional Business Strategy and Portfolio strategy.
• Lead, guide, evaluate, and develop the team within the Business Strategy and Portfolio area.
• Performance manage senior managers and identify development opportunities for direct reports.
• Plan effectively for succession within the team.
• Lead or oversee initiatives to improve quality, compliance, cost, or time.
• Develop new methodologies or processes to provide business benefits.

Benefits

• Inclusive environment with equal employment opportunities.
• Accommodations for applicants with disabilities or special needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree