Manager, Strategic Planning – Operations

Role Overview

• develop and implement strategy, transformation, innovation, operational excellence and continuous improvement efforts across all aspects of Engineering; including technologies, processes, and people
• leverage data and a consistent process to assess needs, develop options, make recommendations on next steps, and flex to implement when appropriate
• Including preparing and delivering executive level presentations that drive decision making at the highest levels of Engineering and Operations
• Act as the central hub for cross-functional communication and planning efforts to ensure connection and integration across all of Engineering (and beyond)
• Partner with senior leadership on the development, articulation and execution strategies, goals, and objectives
• Partner with senior leaders to solve complex, high-impact business challenges
• Lead engineering transformation workstreams that improve performance, scalability and resilience
• Lead and deliver cross-functional initiatives aligned to Engineering priorities

Requirements

• Doctorate degree OR Master’s degree and 3 years of business analysis, strategy, project management experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of business analysis, strategy, project management experience OR Associate’s degree and 10 years of business analysis, strategy, project management experience OR High school diploma / GED and 12 years of business analysis, strategy, project management experience
• experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs, or directing the allocation or resources
• Experience in Biotech within Operations
• In-depth knowledge of Biotech industry trends and the competitive landscape
• Strong business and financial acumen, including facilities and capital project environments
• Versatile and agile leader who can flex across various subject areas across the team and balance multiple responsibilities, priorities, tasks, and projects simultaneously
• Experienced leader with track record of developing successful teams and relationship building across functions
• Strong executive presence, technical, and business acumen to drive strategy, decision making, and implementation
• Comfortable owning and resolving complex challenges, independent problem solving, and raising as appropriate to senior leaders
• Ability to effectively communicate with varied stakeholders and all levels of the organization
• Understanding of Capital Projects, Facilities & Engineering Services, and EH&S
• Demonstrated understanding/experience of Continuous Improvement methodologies and tools: Lean, Six Sigma etc.
• Strong experience in project management, analysis, and data visualization using tools such as Smartsheet, Tableau, and PowerBI
• Experience in management consulting (e.g., Big 4, MBB) or internal strategy/operations roles
• Experience within biotech, pharmaceuticals, or engineering-intensive industries.

Tech Stack

• Tableau

Benefits

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions
• group medical, dental and vision coverage
• life and disability insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
• Stock-based long-term incentives
• Award-winning time-off plans
• Flexible work models where possible.