Director, Business Operations, Oncology

ROLE SUMMARY
Reporting to the Chief Development Officer (CDO), Oncology, the Director of Business Operations is a key member of the Oncology Leadership Team and is responsible for driving day-to-day operational support for the Chief Development Officer, including key interactions and meetings. He/she operates as a senior level advisor and strategic sounding board to the CDO across a breadth of strategic, operational and communications initiatives/activities, deliverables and special projects. The Director, Business Operations also supports initiatives related to continuous improvement of the Oncology Development culture and colleague engagement and will lead Oncology Development Administrative and Business Operations staff.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Business Planning

• Develops strong understanding of our R&D strategy, pipeline and capabilities, and leverages this knowledge and personal scientific background to inform priorities for the CDO
• Thinks ahead to anticipate needs of the CDO including issues that may
  impact the area or strategy
• Participate in / lead selected planning efforts & initiatives to facilitate alignment, coordination and implementation of Oncology Development internal and external strategy, priorities and related communications
• Interface with and engage key stakeholders (e.g., R&D -LT members, R&D -LT DBOs and other R&D members, Oncology Development LT) to manage and coordinate operational and planning needs on behalf of the CDO
• Support ideation and coordination of Oncology Development semester goals and partners with Oncology Development LT to advance goals

Operations

• Drive day-to-day business and operational support for the CDO's key interactions and meetings to enhance organizational efficiency with key partners and stakeholders
• Member of Oncology Development LT with responsibilities for planning, meeting coordination, agenda management, minutes, action tracking and close out of key complex meetings for CDO. Manage and oversee end-to-end planning of Oncology Development LT and Extended LT meetings
• Partnering with Finance is responsible for managing the Oncology Development Operating Expense budget
• Manage and track commitments by the CDO; execute follow-up activities as appropriate to ensure Oncology Development LT and staff implementation
• Manages and executes critical meetings, events, commitments and communications to ensure input is provided, stakeholders are informed, and successful outcomes are achieved
• Manage and oversee select Oncology Development related activities (e.g. LT offsites, site visits, Townhalls)

Communication and Engagement

• Represent the CDO and Oncology Development organization throughout the R&D enterprise, on R&D committees and other corporate-wide committees as appropriate
• Ensure requests for action and information from R&D leadership, Pfizer headquarters and external constituents are furnished in a timely, coordinated manner; effectively manage all correspondence and communications involving both routine and complex matters
• Support planning and management of internal and external communications needs of the CDO (for example: Town Halls, site visits, external appearances, press releases, media coverage, etc.)
• Support robust communications with Pfizer senior and executive leaders, leadership teams and external contacts
• Partner with People Experience to design and lead various development opportunities for groups, teams, and individuals
• Provide advice and guidance to the CDO pertaining to internal events as well as the external environment. Be an objective sounding board
• Help address and coordinate requests from various Pfizer stakeholders

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree ( advanced degree, MBA or PhD in science a plus)
• 8-10 years of experience in the Biotech/Pharmaceutical Industry or equivalent

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• R&D Operational and Business Line knowledge/experience a plus
• People Management experience a plus
• Experience with providing executive level support, and development of business and visibility platforms for senior executives
• The successful candidate will be a well-organized, creative, independent, self-motivated individual with exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrate Pfizer business and scientific acumen; strong project management and multi-tasking skills; ability to respond to tight timelines; proven capability to interact with all levels of the organization in a professional and discreet manner
• Robust understanding of biopharmaceutical industry, R&D processes, and the external and internal business environment
• Familiarity with the Pfizer organization (or other relevant organization), particularly R&D/Business Units
• Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of the pharmaceutical/biotech business and R&D/clinical environment with experience from early discovery through clinical development of therapeutic candidates
• Proven ability in managing day-to-day Planning and Communication activities
• Experienced in communicating and interacting with senior internal and external stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal skills, organizational maturity and ability to develop a network of trusted relationships with peers and other stakeholders
• Possess a high energy level, sense of urgency, creativity, decisiveness, ability to work hard and well under pressure
• Demonstrated ability to influence without hierarchy across the organization
• Ability to work effectively across interfaces and to navigate a complex matrixed organization

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $169,700.00 to $282,900.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 20.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
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Executive Leadership/Management