Strategy & Operations Lead, Specialty BU, Beijing

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Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategy & Business Planning

• Support BU Head in defining mid- to long-term BU strategy and annual business plans
• Lead strategic analysis, business insights and performance tracking
• Interpret global strategy into actionable China plans

Operations & Execution Governance

• Establish BU governance frameworks, including planning cadence, KPI and review mechanisms
• Track execution progress and drive accountability across functions
• Identify risks and drive mitigation actions

Cross-functional & Cross-market Alignment

• Drive collaboration across commercial, medical, access and other key functions
• Serve as key interface with global stakeholders, ensuring clear articulation of China insights
• Facilitate alignment between China, IBU and other global teams

Strategic Initiatives & Project Leadership

• Lead key BU strategic initiatives and transformation projects
• Ensure alignment of priorities and resource allocation
• Support critical decision-making through data-driven insights

Lead or Support Strategic Priorities as Required

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Internal

Sales, Marketing, Market Access, Medical, Regulatory, Supply Chain etc.

External

Vendors

QUALIFICATIONS

Level of Education

Master’s degree or above

Working Experience in Relevant Field

15+ years pharmaceutical experience, with exposure to strategy, marketing or BU operations

Professional Knowledge and Skills

• Strong strategic thinking and structured problem solving
• Proven ability to operate in a global matrix organization
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong data-driven mindset
• Fluent English; cross-cultural experience
• Strong business orientation, good business acumen and ability to think out of box utilizing science to create competitive advantage.
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.

Locations

Beijing, China

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time