Director, Program Management Process and Standards

The Director, Development Program Operations will have a leadership role in building and optimizing the Strategic Program Teams (SPTs) operating model and Development capabilities (processes, tools, services) that contribute to the company’s performance and operational excellence. Under this role’s leadership, the team is accountable for generating actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership to drive how we scale our operating model, for example our team membership composition, roles/responsibilities, deliverables.

Additionally, this role is responsible for designing, building, and managing cross‑functional business‑critical initiatives that accelerate portfolio delivery. These initiatives require strong matrix leaders with drug development and business acumen who are passionate about applying robust strategic change execution methods and best practices. The role will anticipate business needs through strategic planning and trend analysis, aligning key stakeholders across Development, with interfaces in Research, Manufacturing, and Commercial, and will operate with a continuous improvement mindset to enable cross‑functional operational efficiencies.

This role is a hands‑on contributor and people manager responsible for building relationships at all levels of the organization to solicit and act on stakeholder input regarding the SPT operating model. It will navigate the fast‑paced, agile environment of Regeneron in a collaborative and innovative manner.

This role requires 4 days onsite in either Tarrytown, NY or Warren, NJ and is not eligible for full remote work.

• Identify, create, and drive strategic initiatives related to the DPM and SPT operating model to directly impact the Development portfolio and pipeline.
• Partner with Program and Portfolio Management (PPM) Leadership Team and Development functional areas to monitor and measure implementation impacts and take action as needed.
• Develop, maintain, and implement project/program management methodology, including processes, tools, metrics, and policies to ensure efficiency, quality, and business success.
• Drive consistency and standardization across program strategy execution and ensure compliance with the application of execution methodologies and standards.
• Design and implement the operating cadence, including coordination meetings, project updates, and overall oversight of projects.
• Work with Development and PPM Leadership to define innovative operational Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for projects and services, tracking these KPIs across the department and projects to ensure goals are consistently achieved.
• Build strong, interdependent partnerships and manage communication effectively with functional area heads in Development and key stakeholders in Research, Commercial, and Manufacturing.
• Coach and develop department members, ensuring the organizational strategy delivers the skills, capabilities, and processes needed for portfolio delivery within the team.

• Significant experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry with a strong understanding of drug development activities in the context of line functions and project teams.
• Consulting experience and experience with developing a Project Management Office (PMO) is desirable.
• Proven experience in a similar role; understanding of Operational Excellence, Six Sigma/LEAN, and business process management preferred.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to innovate and drive frameworks and change in a matrixed environment, amidst ambiguity.
• Lead the department with a customer‑first demeanor.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, overseeing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to negotiate, influence, and work effectively with individuals at all levels, including senior leadership.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), including presenting complex information and insights effectively.
• Experience building and leading high‑performing teams and driving cross‑functional…