Sr Director, R&D Business Operations

Company: Horizon Therapeutics plc
Location: Deerfield
Posted on: February 17, 2021

Job Description:

Working at Horizon is more than a job - it's personal. For us, success is measured by the numbers that matter most - the number of lives we touch, the number we change and those we work tirelessly to help save. We're a team of agile, out-of-the-box thinkers who are inspired to do more because we know we're a part of something bigger. We strive to build meaningful careers at a company whose values we share because when we live up to our potential, we help others live up to theirs. Who we are looking for Collaborative, analytical, and data-driven business leader with demonstrated success driving implementation of strategic business initiatives for the R&D Leadership Team. Strong track record of project management experience in a fast-paced environment is expected as is the ability to frame decisions through compelling analytics, critical thinking, and strategic recommendations. Responsibilities:

• Identify, prioritize, and own strategic and operational initiatives driving execution across cross-functional groups.
• Drive execution on key initiatives to support the Executive Vice President, Head of Research and Development, Chief Scientific Officers agenda
• Proactive review of key strategic and financial projects
• Develop KPIs and monitor the progress of key functional initiatives
• Manage complex projects, on-time and on-budget
• Proficient ability to drive change in a matrixed environment
• Amplify R&D communication: Develop presentations on behalf of Executive Vice President, Head of Research and Development, Chief Scientific Officer for key constituents such as the Board of Directors and the Executive Leadership Team.
• Keep executive team on task by designing and driving agenda for weekly leadership meetings, strategy planning sessions Qualifications and Skills Required:
  • BS degree in related field, scientific background
  • 10+ years' experience in pharmaceutical/ biotech
  • Demonstrated success in corporate strategy, or R&D operations with industry experience
  • Strong analytical and data driven mindset with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel including knowledge of pivot tables, lookups and array formulas
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience developing presentations for board-level and C-suite audience
  • Very strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with senior executives, including C-suite
  • Track record of delivering value to the business with the ability to manage and prioritize heavy work load and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • A history of strong project management including running business initiatives with collaboration across C-suite executives
  • Strong interpersonal skills. Horizon Core Values & Competencies:
    -- Growth
    • Manages Ambiguity
    • Strategic Mindset
    • Demonstrates Self-awareness
    • Develops Talent Accountability
      • Drives Results
      • Ensures Accountability
      • Decision Quality Transparency
        • Courage Horizon Therapeutics plc does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. It is our intention that all qualified applications are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. Any individual, who, because of a disability, needs accommodation or assistance in completing this application or at any time during the application process, should contact the Human Resources Department. Posted 30+ Days Ago Full time R0002227 About Us Horizon is focused on researching, developing and commercializing medicines that address critical needs for people impacted by rare and rheumatic diseases. Our pipeline is purposeful: we apply scientific expertise and courage to bring clinically meaningful therapies to patients. We believe science and compassion must work together to transform lives. For more information on how we go to incredible lengths to impact lives, please visit www.horizontherapeutics.com and follow us on Twitter , LinkedIn , Instagram and Facebook .

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