Business Optimization Leader (Associate Director, Project Mgmt)

Who we are

Together, we’re on a mission to make good health more affordable and accessible, to help millions around the world enjoy healthier lives. It’s a mission that bonds our people across nearly 60 countries and a rich, diverse variety of nationalities and backgrounds. Working here means working with the world’s leading manufacturer of generic medicines, and the proud producer of many of the products on the World Health Organization’s Essential Medicines List. Today, at least 200 million people around the world take one of our medicines every single day. An amazing number, but we’re always looking for new ways to continue making a difference, and new people to make a difference with.

The opportunity

As a Business Optimization Leader you will:

• Work closely with Director of GPL PMO Business Operations to ensure that the appropriate technical tools and systems are identified and established to facilitate process optimization.
• Work closely with internal and external functions such as clinical development, medical affairs, CMC, global regulatory affairs, TGO, sourcing and commercial to seamlessly integrate technical process development activities into the overall working model.

 

*** THIS POSITION IS 100% ON-SITE IN THE US OR ISRAEL *** (Parsippany, New Jersey, US preferred)

 

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AND WORK VISA SPONSORSHIP NOT PROVIDED

How you’ll spend your day

• Conduct thorough assessments of existing GPL and cross functional processes and methodologies, and streamline project workflows.
• Collaborate with project leaders, cross-functional teams and subject matter experts to identify pain points, inefficiencies, and opportunities of enhancement and standardization.
• Design and implement improved processes that address identified gaps and workflows.
• Develop and continuously refine a comprehensive strategy for optimizing project management and operational processes across Innovative medicines, Biosimilars and Gx, focusing on maximizing efficiency, minimizing risks, and ensuring alignment with industry best practices.
• Monitor and analyze data to assess the impact of process changes and identify areas for further improvement.
• Lead efforts to standardize core program team operating model across the GPL organization. Identify and promote best practices. This will include methodologies, templates, and tools to ensure consistency and efficiency across Innovative Medicine, BioSimilars and Gx. Continuously improve based on lessons learned, industry trends, and feedback from stakeholders.
• Change Management: support the adoption of new processes and tools across the organization. Develop change management plans to ensure smooth transitions and minimize resistance to process changes within GR&D and external functions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the successful adoption of new processes.
• Provide guidance and training to ensure smooth transitions for project teams.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the GPL and GR&D by promoting innovative thinking and encouraging suggestions from team members.

Your experience and qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, management, engineering, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent.

Enjoy a more rewarding choice

We offer a competitive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage starting on the first day. We also offer Disability and Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, 13 paid Holidays, 6% match on the 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and Tuition Assistance.

Reports To

Senior Director, Head of PMO & Business Operations

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