Senior Manager-Operations & Strategy

Job Title - Senior Manager-Operations & Strategy

GCL-E

Introduction to role

We have highly skilled scientists in our labs who experiment and support complex drug projects. The environment is driven by scientific and technical innovation with a high level of diversity in workflows, data, and vendors. Working alongside the technical teams supporting the systems in the R&D business unit, you will be working to understand the various operational and strategic metrics and improvement opportunities to efficiently drive initiatives.

Accountabilities

• Work closely with stakeholders (R&D IT Value streams, Cross-functional teams, Business) to gather and evaluate requirements and document clearly.

• Collect data from various sources, examine and analyze, and transform into actionable insights.

• Process Enhancement: map out current processes and tasks, identify bottlenecks/duplications/inefficiencies and streamline processes. Collaborate with various teams for continuous feedback to drive productivity and efficiency.

• Effective communication and stakeholder management, facilitate discussions, negotiate for middle ground.

• Optimize utilization and identify cost-saving opportunities.

• Drive AI adoption and automation within the team.

• Identify and handle risks and issues, and act as SPOC for GITC Risks.

• Drive initiatives and performance metrics aligned with R&D IT Scorecard.

• Project Management: Supervise multiple projects or initiatives. Strong project management skills to plan, organize, and coordinate resources, timelines, and deliverables.

• Develop strategic plans, conduct feasibility studies, and drive accurate forecasting and demand planning.

• Cultivate robust strategic relationships with value streams to gain a deep understanding of their strategic direction and evolving needs.

• Establish relationships with internal and external collaborators.

• Use data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions.

• Problem-solving: Identify root causes of business issues and propose creative solutions to overcome obstacles and optimize processes.

Essential Skills/Experience

As an Operations & Strategy manager, along with the ability and willingness to learn new skills and technologies in a fast-paced environment, we are looking for someone who gets excited at the thought of solving tough challenges.

You should apply if you have:

• Total years of experience 15+

• Knowledge on IT Quality and Service management

• Hands-on Experience in SNOW Modules

• Experience in Process improvement and re-engineering

• Understanding of pharma and regulatory processes and requirements

• Agile ways of working

• Experience working with global teams

• Knowledge of budgeting, cost management, and financial planning to ensure that service delivery stays within budget and aligns with financial goals

• Analytical skills: Strong ability to interpret complex data, identify patterns, and draw significant conclusions.

• Critical thinking: Ability to build detailed and forward-looking strategies in line with business goals

• Interpersonal skills: Excellent written and verbal communication to present complex ideas clearly and persuasively.

• Good to have Certifications- ITIL, PMI-ACP, Scrum, SaFE

• You have worked in a team and understand the importance of collaboration and are passionate about helping others.

• Flexible to work during critical issues negotiating the timeframe and a good teammate.

Education:

• Candidates with a degree from a recognized Business school are preferred

Desirable Skills/Experience

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When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we fuel bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace, and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and high-reaching world.

At AstraZeneca, our work has a direct impact on patients, transforming our ability to develop life-changing medicines. We empower the business to perform at its peak by combining cutting-edge science with leading digital technology platforms. Here you can innovate, take ownership, experiment with leading-edge technology, and tackle challenges

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.