Director, Project Management & Business Excellence, CSPV

At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to “be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society”, we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.

This position is responsible for providing project management and functional expertise as part of the Project Management Office and Business Excellence (PMOBE) subfunction within Clinical Safety and Pharmacovigilance (CSPV). PMOBE leads CSPV portfolio management, overseeing the end‑to‑end delivery of complex, global, cross‑functional programs aligned to unit and enterprise priorities. The Director drives strategic priorities, informs decision‑making and ensures alignment across the organization, delivering measurable outcomes, mitigating risks, and leading business excellence initiatives.

• Supports CSPV portfolio and leads complex program management, overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of global, cross‑functional initiatives within CSPV.
• Delivers programs aligned to strategic priorities, ensuring performance against scope, timelines, budget, and quality standards.
• Partners with senior leaders to define critical success factors, establish governance, and provide transparent reporting on portfolio health, risks, and resource utilization.
• Drives disciplined execution through effective communication strategies, decision tracking, and accountability frameworks.
• Champions adoption of project management best practices and continuous improvement to strengthen CSPV operational excellence.

• Leads the development and implementation of operational excellence strategies in partnership with CSPV Leadership.
• Drives process optimization by guiding process mapping, design, and redesign efforts, ensuring scalable, efficient, and compliant operating models.
• Establishes and oversees operational frameworks, governance, and performance metrics across CSPV, enabling data‑driven decision‑making and continuous improvement.
• Leads and articulates impact assessments of project outcomes, translating implications into actionable insights and partnering with SMEs and leadership to shape implementation strategies and accelerate adoption.

Bachelor’s Degree required, advanced degree preferred (e.g., MS, MBA, PhD) in a scientific discipline with additional relevant experience preferred.

• 8 or more years of professional experience in the pharmaceutical industry (minimum 2 years in patient safety & pharmacovigilance required).
• Proven expertise in project management and/or business strategy required.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams to drive operational efficiency and implement best practices preferred.
• Proven track record of implementing strategic initiatives that resulted in measurable business outcomes.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills applied to optimize business processes and achieve strategic objectives preferred.

Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification and/or training in project management.

Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, both domestic and international.

Salary Range: USD$ – USD$

Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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