This is what you will do:

The Associate Director, R&D Resource Management, is a key role at the intersection of several functions. The successful candidate’s key responsibility will be to lead the resource capacity planning process, as an essential component for the Long-Range Plan, R&D prioritization, and Annual Operating Process. Partners with R&D functional representatives to develop and improve resourcing algorithms, providing expertise to ensure these accurately represent resource demand for the R&D portfolio.  Partners with the R&D functions to execute the resource planning process for R&D.  Partners with PMO and Portfolio Management Leads to drive an Integrated R&D Portfolio Operations Model and supports the team with the design, development, and implementation of data analytics driven reports.

Responsibilities:

• Create, document, and maintain algorithms to translate project schedules into resource demand over time.
• Support the resource planning process and related systems.
• Offer guidance, templates, and expert support for all stakeholders using resource planning tools.
• Assist in integrated business planning by providing R&D resource needs aligned with key programs and departmental plans.
• Develop reports to effectively enhance decision-making on resources.

You will need to have:

• 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with hands-on, comprehensive knowledge about resource capacity management.
• Proficiency in Excel with experience using Planisware.
• Strong analytical skills with proven ability to perform complex data analyses to support resourcing decisions.
• Past exposure and understanding of modeling and forecasting of portfolio execution and corresponding resource demand.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strong partnerships to successfully operate in a highly matrix-based organization while balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience with advanced analytical tools/models and decision support platforms, i.e.,  PowerBI.
• Understanding of program, portfolio, and financial management practices.
• Solution based, creative thinker with strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information into key insights and communicate in simple, easy to understand presentations.
• Detail oriented and independently motivated.

We would prefer for you to have:

• MBA/M.S./M.A., or equivalent level of experience

Date Posted

18-Oct-2024

Closing Date

30-Nov-2024Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, religion, creed or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), parental status (including adoption or surrogacy), military status, protected veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin an interactive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation, please contact accommodations@Alexion.com. Alexion participates in E-Verify.

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