Senior Director, Global Project Management

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Daiichi Sankyo Group is dedicated to creating innovative pharmaceutical therapies to improve standards of care and address unmet medical needs worldwide. Leveraging our world-class science and technology, we draw upon 125 years of expertise and a presence in over 20 countries.

Summary

The Sr Director GPM&L is accountable for delivering an integrated drug development strategy and tactical plan, including options analysis of team proposals, in partnership with a Global Team leader for high complexity projects/programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage or lead strategy development for high complexity drug development projects/programs.
• Develop and maintain a high-performing team.
• Generate critical path analyses and lead scenario planning to select the best option.
• Mobilize others to gain alignment with senior leaders and secure resources for the project.
• Accountable for the accuracy of project status in project management information systems.

Departmental Responsibilities:

• Work independently within a matrix environment and coach, influence, and mentor junior PMs, team members, and project stakeholders.
• Contribute to portfolio management by participating in global TA strategy committees.
• Provide leadership to the Global PM function by supporting budget and resource management.

To be successful, candidates will require:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline with additional relevant experience.
• Advanced degree (MS, MBA, or PhD) in a scientific discipline with additional relevant experience preferred.
• 10 years in a drug development PM role or related role in Biotech or Pharmaceutical industry.
• Demonstrated success as a project manager/leader in planning and executing strategies for global drug development.