Associate Director, R&D Resource Management

The Associate Director, R&D Resource Management, is a pivotal role at the intersection of multiple functions. The successful candidate will lead the resource capacity planning process, a crucial component for the Long-Range Plan, R&D prioritization, and Annual Operating Process. You will partner with R&D functional representatives to develop and refine resourcing algorithms, ensuring they accurately represent resource demand for the R&D portfolio. Additionally, you will collaborate with the R&D functions to implement the resource planning process and work closely with PMO and Portfolio Management Leads to drive an Integrated R&D Portfolio Operations Model. Your expertise will support the team in designing, developing, and implementing data analytics-driven reports.

Accountabilities:

- Create, document, and maintain algorithms to translate project schedules into resource demand over time.

- Support the resource planning process and related systems.

- Offer guidance, templates, and expert support for all partners using resource planning tools.

- Assist in integrated business planning by providing R&D resource needs aligned with key programs and departmental plans.

- Develop reports to effectively enhance decision-making on resources.

Essential Skills/Experience:

- 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with hands-on, comprehensive knowledge about resource capacity management.

- Proficiency in Excel with experience using Planisware.

- Strong analytical skills with proven track record to perform complex data analyses to support resourcing decisions.

- Past exposure and understanding of modeling and forecasting of portfolio execution and corresponding resource demand.

- Proven ability to develop strong partnerships to successfully operate in a highly matrix-based organization while balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders.

- Demonstrated experience with advanced analytical tools/models and decision support platforms, i.e., PowerBI.

- Understanding of program, portfolio, and financial management practices.

- Solution-based, creative problem solver with strong communication skills (written and verbal).

- Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information into key insights and communicate in simple, easy-to-understand presentations.

- Detail-oriented and independently motivated.

Desirable Skills/Experience:

- MBA/M.S./M.A., or equivalent level of experience.

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