Job Title: Strategy and Performance Finance Director, Global Biologics Operations
Location: This role offers flexibility to be based in Macclesfield, UK, or Sweden.
Introduction to the Role
AstraZeneca's Global Biologics Operations is at the heart of our mission to deliver life-changing medicines. We play a leading role in developing and manufacturing innovative biologic treatments, crucial to maintaining our competitive edge and achieving operational excellence through advanced technologies and sustainable practices. In this role, you'll shape strategic directions, leveraging these technologies to foster a culture of collaboration and innovation, ultimately impacting patient outcomes and transforming the future of healthcare.
Our Global Operations Biologics footprint includes an impressive portfolio of brands and key facilities in North America, Europe, the UK, and Asia, including the new ADC facility in Singapore.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Influence: Align financial strategies with organizational objectives, providing actionable insights to drive informed decision-making and enhance operational excellence within a rapidly evolving region.
2. Innovation Leadership: Champion the integration of cutting-edge technologies to position AstraZeneca at the forefront of industry innovations. Inspire and implement best practices that support our mission.
3. Leadership and Development: Offer mentorship and support to finance teams, cultivating a culture of excellence and growth. Encourage a high standard of performance and continuous learning.
4. Cultural and Organizational Impact: Collaborate across diverse teams to enhance our operational effectiveness and foster a collaborative culture that positively impacts patient outcomes and operational success.
5. Global Engagement: Work within a global footprint, engaging with teams across North America, Europe, the UK, and Asia, including our new state-of-the-art facility in Singapore.
Your business partnering activities will include collaboration with Network Strategy, Product Development, Global Technological Operations, Finance Supply Chain, and Global Financial Services on specific projects, guiding the financial aspects from ideation to implementation.
In this global role, you will drive performance improvements, champion best-in-class forecast accuracy, and ensure effective reporting and budget execution, while seeking opportunities to enhance operational efficiency.
Essential Skills & Experience
1. Proven business partnering experience.
2. Experience in a global pharmaceutical organization and a deep understanding of the drug development lifecycle and/or commercial aspects.
3. Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both oral and written.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills.
5. General people and management experience.
6. Successful track record in developing others and strong coaching skills.
7. Demonstrable knowledge of global and corporate business contexts.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now!
Date Posted: 04-Mar-2025
Closing Date: 14-Mar-2025
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