Job Description
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Pfizer is a global leader in the pharmaceutical industry, and they are seeking a Director of Global Country Operations Enablement. This role is responsible for directing a multi-disciplinary team to ensure efficient support for country operations in clinical trials, while also implementing strategic priorities and change management plans. Responsibilities • Responsible for developing and implementing project and change management plans in support of GCO strategic operations on a regional or global level, based on departmental development roadmap and goals • Leads or significantly contributes to cross-functional initiatives representing GCO to implement process optimization and digital solutions • Adopts Pfizer Ways of Working (PWOW) and becomes a PWOW SME on behalf of GCO • Leads a multi-regional matrix team to facilitate customisation of ICD templates for use at country or site level as needed • Collaborates and aligns with Business Process Owners (BPO) and US Central ICD Project Team leaders to set global operational priorities and to continuously maintain and improve process • Leads a multi-regional matrix team to operationalise and oversee a centralized activity team supporting maintenance and close out activities across the portfolio of studies • Supports regional oversight leaders with portfolio planning and alignment with therapeutic area and operational stakeholders • Collaborates with strategic operations to develop resourcing models and forecasts • Develops Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and Key Quality Indicators (KQI) metrics to facilitate oversight and report to the GCO Leadership Team, and other stakeholders Skills • Bachelor's degree with at least 8 years of experience in clinical development operations, or MBA/MS with at least 7 years' experience or PhD or JD with at least 5 years of experience • Is recognized as an expert within the organisation, both within and beyond own function and applies this to influence the strategic direction of a Global Business Unit/Global Operating Unit or Sub business Unit/Sub Operating Unit • Promotes innovation and takes appropriate risks to challenge the status quo • Leads unique and complex projects with influence across a Global Business Unit/Global Operating Unit or Sub business Unit/Sub Operating Unit • Identifies multiple solutions or innovative options in solving highly complex problems with direct impact on a Global Business Unit/Global Operating Unit or Sub business Unit/Sub Operating Unit • Exercises foresight and judgement in making complex decisions. Acts independently on self-initiated projects • Demonstrates advanced understanding of clinical trial regulation and compliance, including global application of GCP • Prior line and functional/matrix management experience, working cross-functionally with organizational leadership • Ability to assimilate high-level data and operational metrics and trends • Strategic thinking and targeted problem-solving skills • Maintains scientific/operational knowledge and expertise to possess credibility to discuss with higher level management and peers • Strong interpersonal skills • Establishes strong relationships with customers, strives to understand and meet customer requirements • Respectfully challenges practices, decisions or ideas to uphold integrity and ethical standards • Exhibits behaviours consistent with company values to colleagues at multiple locations with diverse cultures; motivates through example, commitment, loyalty and enthusiasm • Effective verbal and written communication skills in relating to colleagues and associates both inside and outside the organization • Creativity and/or ability to put innovative approaches into practice in clinical development Benefits • 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions • Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution • Paid vacation • Holiday and personal days • Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave • Health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage Company Overview • Pfizer is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and delivers medicines and vaccines. It was founded in 1849, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is Apply tot his job