Senior Director, Business Strategy & Operations

Gilead Sciences • Foster City, CA

370d • $237,660 - $307,560

About The Position

Reporting to the Executive Director, Business Strategy and Operations - CDS, the Senior Director will be responsible for driving and overseeing critical strategic operations, systems, processes, and cross-functional collaborations within CDS and across the broader Gilead organization. This role will work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, including Development Operations, Research, Finance, Portfolio Planning & Strategy, Project Management, Clinical Operations, Clinical Data Sciences, Research (Bioinformatics and Biomarker Sciences & Diagnostics) to lead functional and enterprise-wide initiatives, goals and drive corporate objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 18+ years, or advanced degree/MBA with 15+ years of relevant experience in systems, processes, and operations within the pharmaceutical industry.
• 15+ years of experience in drug development and scientific research.
• Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical drug development process, including regulatory requirements.
• Mature business acumen in clinical pharmacology, translational datasets, and biomarkers.
• Proven ability to build and maintain collaborative partnerships with stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success in initiating, leading, and providing strategic direction for multiple concurrent projects.
• Extensive experience in developing and implementing resource plans, creating RFPs, selecting vendors, and managing external resources.
• Excellent critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
• Applied knowledge of computer system validation methodology.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively present technical concepts.
• Expertise in prioritizing departmental projects in alignment with a multi-million-dollar annual budget.
• Capable of multitasking and independently leading multiple projects.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguous environments with sound decision-making skills.
• Skilled at simplifying complex processes to create more efficient ways of working.
• Results-driven with the ability to perform effectively in fast-paced environments.
• High ethical standards, integrity, and maturity.
• High emotional intelligence (EQ), adaptability, and strong listening skills.
• Confident in offering dissenting opinions when necessary.
• Strong ability to work cross-functionally and understand the motivations of colleagues.
• Proficient in aligning communication strategies with business priorities.
• Committed to continuous personal development and investing in the growth of team members.
• Experience in fostering and sustaining a strong organizational culture.
• Fluency in agile practices and 'new ways of working.'
• Highly skilled in influencing others both upward and downward in the organization.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of growth and operational strategies, including budget management, resource optimization, and workforce planning to align with functional and/or organizational and portfolio objectives specific to Clinical Pharmacology.
• Work closely with CPPM team to help coordinate and track clinical pharmacology book of work and help address resourcing challenges and/or bottlenecks.
• Support the development of a centralized digital system, inclusive of clinical pharmacology that will monitor staff workloads and provide proactive resource management planning.
• Demonstrate strong leadership through active participation with Clinical Pharmacology (CP) leadership in helping to establish measurable goals and monitor performance.
• Champion change through active leadership and participation in continuous improvements aimed at improving efficiency, cycle times, and quality measures.
• Support Portfolio Committee processes, including preparing materials, tracking action items, and facilitating decision-making across key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align project goals, deliverables, and translational data strategies.
• Ensure and coordinate seamless bi-directional data translation from Research to/from Development by establishing robust data integration systems, processes, governance, and early-stage support mechanisms.
• Lead and implement processes and tools in support of biomarker plans and strategies, ensuring data generated from clinical trials drives governance decision-making processes.
• Support downstream bi-directional translation activities, encompassing data analysis, integration, and strategy development within CDS.
• Design and implement Quality Control (QC) and compliance processes for Clinical Pharmacology Sciences deliverables.
• Manage processes and workflows for data transitions and handoffs across the data lifecycle.
• Drive operational efficiency through workflow optimization, automation, and advanced analytics.
• Develop and oversee data access and data sharing processes to ensure timely availability of clinical, PK and biomarker data.
• Lead external collaborations, including University Fellowships and strategic partnerships.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering alignment and collaboration across departments.
• Support the design and management of portfolio metrics, dashboards, and reporting tools.
• Support corporate business development and alliance integration efforts.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus
• Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives
• Paid time off
• Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans

What This Job Offers

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