Associate Director, Strategy & Operations Lead, U.S. Alzheimer’s Franchise
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About This Role
The Strategy & Operations Lead is a high-visibility role supporting the Alzheimer’s franchise team to ensure effective communication and coordination among executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders, driving successful delivery on business objectives and launch excellence for the Alzheimer’s Franchise.
Reporting to the Head of Strategy & Operations (Chief of Staff) of the U.S. Alzheimer’s Franchise, this individual will be responsible for driving strategic cross-functional projects for the Alzheimer’s Franchise, acting as an expert consultant to help advise and manage these projects to ensure strategic coordination in their execution. As an empowered member of the Alzheimer’s Disease Leadership Team (ADLT), this individual will work closely with other leadership team members in support of overall franchise success. The successful candidate will synthesize data insights and work with cross-functional stakeholders to develop executive-level presentations to communicate launch progress internally (e.g., executive business reviews) and externally (e.g., investor relations events).
What You’ll Do
Drive strategic cross-functional projects for the Alzheimer’s Franchise, and act as an expert consultant to ensure consistency and coordination internally and across the alliance
Serve as a “strategic adviser” to the Chief of Staff and Head of Franchise on key initiatives and business planning
Synthesize cross-functional data, insights, and status for executive-level updates on progress of key initiatives, and/or investor relations support
Oversee US Alzheimer’s budget from development through execution, working closely with Alzheimer’s Disease Leadership Team (ADLT) and finance to strategically optimize spend throughout the year and ensure the franchise stays within +/- 2% of annual target
Coordinate ADLT activities including management and facilitation of meeting agendas across various leadership forums
Liaise with Biogen North America (BNA) Strategy & Operations leadership and Strategy & Operations peers from other franchises to ensure above-franchise coordination for key initiatives and investments.
Who You Are
You are a high-performing individual with strong strategic thinking abilities that thrives in a fast-paced, demanding environment. You have a demonstrated ability to manage complex workstreams and multiple priorities simultaneously within a cross-functional team environment.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required, MBA preferred
7+ years of experience consulting and/or leading large/complex programs and initiatives within biopharma companies
Excellent interpersonal skills/ highly collaborative
Highly experienced with writing executive-level memos and business reviews
Effective problem-solving skills; agile worker who quickly diagnoses issues and acts accordingly
Ability to cultivate strong internal/external network
Strong operational skills; project/ timeline management capabilities
Preferred Skills:
Biotech/Pharma launch management experience and alliance experience
Demonstrated ability to forge relationships, work in a hands-on collaborative fashion, and influence across functional lines both internally and externally
Ability to roll up sleeves and take on challenges; whatever-it-takes mindset
Resilient, self-directed, highly motivated, and passionate individual, with track record of consistent delivery on commitments
Strong project management skills. Comfortable managing multiple and varied projects at one time, and prioritizing accordingly based on urgent issues
Works with a sense of urgency, efficiency, and attention to detail
Job Level: Management
Additional Information
The base compensation range for this role is: $164,000.00-$225,500.00
Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.
Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.
In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees’ and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being ; including, but not limited to:
Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation
Why Biogen?
We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.
At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about Biogen.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
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