Head, Quality Strategy and Business Process

Job Description

About This Role:
As a member of the Quality Leadership Team (QLT), this position will coordinate the development of Quality's AOP/budget, ensure consistent communication across Quality (and beyond) including preparation for governance forums, and facilitate preparation/execution/follow through of QLT meetings (weekly and F2F). This role is also accountable for leading key innovation activities within Quality and assuring optimal approaches for project management on all major process improvement projects. Responsible for Global Quality's Internal and external communication strategy.

This role is hybrid- RTP or hybrid- Cambridge based.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and communicate the long-term strategy and vision for Global Quality in collaboration with the Quality Leadership Team (QLT).
• Partner with the SVP and QLT to integrate functional strategies into a cohesive long-term plan and monitor progress against strategic initiatives.
• Craft and execute a comprehensive communication plan, both internally and externally, leveraging modern communication channels.
• Drive global performance improvements by sharing best practices, fostering innovation, and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Assist in the development and presentation of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), budget, and reforecasting events in coordination with finance partners.
• Organize and facilitate leadership team meetings, ensuring effective action plans and follow-ups.
• Provide project management oversight for key initiatives, ensuring successful implementation across functions.
• Engage with IT and Corporate Quality organizations to optimize content delivery and learning management approaches.

Qualifications

Who You Are:

You are a forward-thinking leader with a passion for excellence in quality management. Your strategic mindset allows you to visualize long-term goals and meticulously plan the steps to achieve them. With a strong analytical approach, you confidently navigate through complex data and financials, ensuring clarity in communication and decision-making. You thrive in a collaborative environment, and your ability to influence and drive innovation sets you apart. Your experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry has honed your understanding of the regulatory landscape, and you are committed to upholding the highest standards of quality in every aspect of your work.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Science, or similar field (or equivalent experience), with an MBA being preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with a preference for quality management experience.
• Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and influencing abilities.
• Proficiency in quantitative analysis and financial acumen, including budget preparation and management.
• Preferred experience in biotech/pharmaceutical operations or testing lab operations.
• Familiarity with cGMP and equivalent regulations.

Preferred Skills:

• Advanced leadership and project management capabilities.
• Proven track record of driving strategic initiatives and business process improvements.

Additional Information

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.