Executive Director, LSI Strategy

SK Life Science•Paramus, NJ

33d

About The Position

The Executive Director of Operations & Strategy will serve as a key architect of organizational efficiency and a strategic bridge between the U.S. subsidiary and the Korean parent company. Reporting directly to the Chief of Staff , this role is responsible for translating high-level corporate vision into actionable operational plans, identifying organizational gaps, and ensuring seamless cross-functional alignment. The ideal candidate possesses a sophisticated understanding of both the U.S. pharmaceutical landscape and Korean corporate culture.

Requirements

12+ years in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, with at least 5 years in a strategic or operational leadership role.
MBA or advanced degree (JD, PhD, or PharmD) is highly preferred.
Proven experience working within a Korean corporate environment (Chaebol experience or similar) and fluency in Korean (speaking/writing) is often essential for this specific liaison role.
Strategic Mindset: Ability to see the "big picture" while maintaining the technical discipline to execute granular operational tasks.
Communication: Exceptional presence; the ability to distill complex data into clear, persuasive executive-level narratives.

Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Execution Collaborate with the U.S. Executive Team and Korean HQ to define and refine long-term corporate strategies.
Translate complex strategic goals into measurable operational KPIs and departmental workstreams.
Lead the "Program Management Office" (PMO) function for strategic corporate initiatives.
Global Liaison & HQ Alignment Act as liaison with parent company strategy team to ensure alignment and coordination on strategic initiatives.
Manage the cultural and operational nuances of cross-border collaboration to ensure "one-team" alignment on key strategic initiatives.
Operational Excellence & Gap Analysis Work with business functions to conduct rigorous organizational assessments to identify gaps in resources, capabilities, and processes.
Work with business functions to design and roll out operational improvement initiatives.
Partner with the General Counsel to ensure all operational strategies align with U.S. regulatory and legal frameworks.
Executive Communications & Leadership Prepare presentations, and briefing materials for the company leadership.
Drive cross-functional collaboration by breaking down silos between business units and with parent company.
Lead special projects.