Head of Strategy and Corporate Development Operations

** Job Description
**** The Position
** The Head of Strategy and Corporate Development Operations is a key leadership role within the Corporate Development & Strategy team, responsible for both shaping Organon’s corporate strategy and driving operational excellence in support of corporate development initiatives. Reporting to the Head of Corporate Development & Chief Strategy Officer, this role focuses on facilitating the development of the company’s strategic plan, leading/supporting key strategic initiatives, aligning/prioritizing internal resources and investment decisions, and driving operational excellence across the Corporate Development function.

An initial team of two colleagues will report to this role.
** Key Strategy Responsibilities**
* ** Strategic Planning** – facilitating the development of and refining our multi-year strategic plan to achieve our long-term vision, and translating it into clear choices, priorities, actionable initiatives, and measurable outcomes.
* ** Portfolio and Capital Allocation Processes** – continuous collaboration with internal stakeholders to guide where we invest our resources to maximize long-term value creation in a way that is agile and responsive to changes in the environment.
* ** Tracking Progress** – establishing, tracking, and reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure progress of our strategic initiatives and enable efficient decision-making.
** Key Operations Responsibilities
*** Developing presentations for senior management and the Board of Directors.
* Planning Corporate Development & Strategy town halls and leadership meetings.
* Providing regular updates on activities for senior leadership.
* Leading project prioritization and resourcing.
* Tracking and developing budgets.
* Managing engagement with external stakeholders; overseeing conference planning.
* Managing data sources; maintaining databases that document various activities and projects.
* Foundational operational support across all Corporate Development activities.
** Required Education, Experience and Skills
*** Advanced degree in Business Administration, Life Sciences, Strategy, or a related field; MBA or equivalent preferred.
* Minimum of 12 years' experience in strategic and operational leadership roles within corporate strategy or business development in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.
* Demonstrated expertise in corporate strategic planning, capital allocation frameworks, asset evaluation, and operational management.
* Previous experience leading strategy and operations within a global organization.
* Proven ability to integrate corporate strategy with operational processes, driving business development success and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
* Familiarity with due diligence, valuation methodologies, and partnership frameworks.
* Strong problem-solving skills, financial acumen and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
* Comprehensive knowledge of global pharmaceutical markets, regulatory environments, and industry trends, and leveraging these insights to guide strategic initiatives.
** Required Leadership Attributes
*** Demonstrate strategic vision and the ability to anticipate industry trends, guiding Organon through a dynamic and evolving business landscape.
* Exhibit exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, influencing and aligning diverse stakeholders towards a common strategic purpose.
* Highly collaborative, with the ability to foster alignment and efficiency across cross-functional teams.
* Adaptability and resilience to navigate complex challenges, maintaining a focus on strategic goals and evolving business environments.
* Creativity and resourcefulness.
* Ability to create a high-performing team culture, fostering collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
* Ability to build, lead, and develop a team of professionals, including recruiting talent, managing performance, developing colleagues, and increasing/ broadening capabilities aligned with company values and leadership behaviors.

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