This is a hybrid role that requires 3 days on-site in Basking Ridge, NJ or Tarrytown, NY. Remote work is not an option for this role.

The Director, Development Program Operations will have a leadership role in the building and optimization of the Strategic Program Team’s (SPTs) operating model and Development Program Management (DPM) capabilities (processes, tools, services) that contribute to the company’s performance and operational excellence. Under this role’s leadership, the team is accountable for generating actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership to drive how we scale our operating model, for example our team membership composition, roles/responsibilities, results.

Additionally, this role is responsible for designing, building and leading cross-functional business-critical initiatives that drive the acceleration of portfolio delivery. These initiatives require strong matrix leaders with drug development and business acumen and are passionate about applying robust strategic change execution methods and standard processes. The role will need to anticipate business needs through strategic planning and trend analysis and with alignment of key partners across Development with interfaces in Research, Manufacturing and Commercial. Operates with a continuous improvement approach to enable cross functional operational efficiencies.

This role is a hands-on contributor and people manager responsible to build relationships at all levels of the organization in order to solicit and action customer input regarding the SPT and DPM operating model. This role will navigate the fast-paced and agile environment of Regeneron in a collaborative and innovative manner.

In a typical day, you will:

• Identify, create and drive pivotal initiatives related to the DPM and SPT operating model with direct impact to drive Development portfolio and pipeline
• Partner with Program and Portfolio Management (PPM) Leadership Team and Development functional areas to monitor and measure implementation impacts and take action when needed
• Develop, maintain and implement project/program management methodology, including processes, tools, metrics and policies to ensure efficiency, quality and business success
• Drive consistency and standardization across program strategy execution and ensures compliance to the application of these execution methodologies and standards
• Design and implement the operating cadence, including running coordination meetings, project updates and overall oversight of projects
• Work with Development and PPM Leadership to define innovative operational Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the projects and services delivered, tracking these KPIs across the department and projects to ensure goals are consistently achieved
• Build strong, interdependent partnerships and handles the communication effectively with functional area heads in Development, key partners in Research, Commercial and Manufacturing

This job may be for you if you have:

• Significant experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry with a strong understanding of drug development activities in context of line functions and project teams
• Consulting experience and experience with developing a Project Management Office (PMO) is desirable
• Proven experience in a similar role; understanding of Operational Excellence, Six Sigma/LEAN and business process management preferred
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to innovate and drive framework and change in a matrixed environment, amidst ambiguity
• Lead the department with a customer-first demeanor
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, leading all aspects of multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven track record to negotiate, influence and work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization, including senior leadership
• Excellent communication skills (written/verbal), including presenting sophisticated information and insights effectively
• Experience in building and leading successful teams and driving cross-functional initiatives
• IT proficiency with MS software and project management tools, analytics and visual reporting applications (e.g. SharePoint, MS Project, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, PowerBI, etc)

To be considered, you must have a Bachelor's degree and 12 years' related pharmaceutical industry experience, with at least a minimum of 5 years in project management experience required. People management necessary. Understanding of the clinical development process is imperative for this role.