Director, Regional Operations Lead

Use Your Power for Purpose

At Pfizer, we foster evidence-based medical decision support that contributes to better health and treatment outcomes. Our frameworks ensure scientific soundness and deliver unbiased, medically essential expertise. By addressing data gaps, we strengthen our mission to empower healthcare decisions and ensure the safe and proper use of medicines for patients. Aligning efforts with scientific rigor and clinical necessity, your role will facilitate improved health outcomes and support the informed, effective use of medical treatments.

What You Will Achieve

In this role, you will:

• Partner with the Head of Regional Site Operations and Directors of Clinical Site Operations (DCSOs) in assigned regions, and as a member of the regional leadership team, to shape and help drive regional strategies and contribute to global clinical development goals. Cross-functional collaboration with key roles
• Represent Site Operations within region, ensure input is given to discussions impacting Site Operations resources and processes, and share critical operation information to Head of Regional Site Operations and DCSOs
• Oversee effective end-to-end resource planning and allocation across portfolio for designated regions to ensure balanced resource allocation for Site Management and Monitoring roles
• Oversee and drive quality & compliance and goal related metrics for regions, including Functional Sourcing Partner (FSP) management metrics
• Responsible for regional trend analysis. Identify and analyze regional trends within Site Management & Monitoring, across studies/TAs. Propose and track corrective and preventative actions (CAPAs), in partnership with DCSOs, as needed with relevant teams. Partner with global teams, including Process Standards Leads, to implement quality improvement initiatives and ensure consistent application of best practices
• Lead regional communities of practice
• Provide quality oversight and support to clinical trials across region, in partnership with DCSOs, to ensure inspection readiness. Support audits, inspections and implementation of corrective and preventative actions (CAPAs)
• Build and utilize relationships throughout the organization to achieve divisional goals.
• Independently initiate and manage projects, tapping into the knowledge of others and making sound judgments in complicated decision-making processes.
  
  

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• BA/BS/MS/MSc or equivalent with at least 10 years of clinical trial operations experience
• Extensive understanding of cite operations process, GCP, study management and regulatory operations.
• Strong leadership and management skills
• Proven track record of successful project management
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility and adaptability to work autonomously or collaboratively in a matrix environment
• Effective stakeholder management and influence within matrix environments
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  
  

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a related discipline
• In-depth experience in pharmaceutical or clinical trial settings working in a global pharmaceutical company
• Demonstrated People management experience
• Demonstrated ability to exhibit adaptive risk management capabilities
• Proficient in strategic leadership
• Ability to drive innovative solutions and enhance organizational efficiency
• Advanced problem-solving abilities and dedication to achieving new milestones
• Outstanding leadership and mentoring abilities
• Adaptability and resilience in dynamic business environments
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards across countries.
  
  

Work Location Assignment: Remote

At Pfizer we care about our colleagues’ wellbeing and offer a range of great benefits for them, including:

• Paid parental leave
• Access to Health & Wellness apps
• Career Growth Experiences program
• Recognition & rewards program
• Paid volunteer days
• Life Insurance Benefits
• Pfizer Learning Academy access to top content providers
• Access to flu vaccines & skin checks
• Options to purchase additional leave
• Salary packaging & novated lease options
• Benefits listed may vary depending on your position and location and may be subject to change.
  
  

Pfizer Australia and New Zealand’s diverse workforce represents the patients we serve and the communities in which we operate. With a focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I), Pfizer ANZ ensures our people are heard and cared for. We offer engagement opportunities in both Colleagues Resource Groups (CRGs) and workstreams across: Culture and Tradition, Reconciliation @ Pfizer (RAP), Gender Equity (GEN), Disability and through the Out Pfizer Employee Network (OPEN) for our LGBT + colleagues and allies.

If you require reasonable adjustment during your application, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition Manager.

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