Manager, Oncology Operations

Pfizer

. Partner with the Oncology Business Operations Lead to support organizational priorities, annual planning, portfolio reviews, business reviews, and leadership team objectives .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $93,600 - $156,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, operational planning, and communication strategies within the Biopharmaceutical industry. Proven ability to drive collaboration and implement process improvements while managing cross-functional teams and stakeholder engagement.

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Project ManagementBiopharmaceutical Industry ExperienceCommunication Strategy DevelopmentCross-Functional Team LeadershipProcess Improvement Implementation

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Hard Skills

Budget PlanningResource TrackingOperational ManagementEvent ManagementDashboard CreationProcess ImprovementDigital Solutions ImplementationAI-Enabled AutomationAction-Tracking ProcessesR&D Familiarity

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationProactivityAttention to DetailCreativity

Tools & Technologies

MS WordMS ExcelMS PowerPointMS OutlookCopilotViva Engage

Industry Keywords

OncologyOrganizational ManagementStakeholder EngagementLeadership VisibilityColleague Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with the Oncology Business Operations Lead to support organizational priorities, annual planning, portfolio reviews, business reviews, and leadership team objectives
Oversee budget planning, purchase orders, resource tracking, compliance activities, and organizational management systems
Build and maintain dashboards, trackers, repositories, templates, and knowledge management processes
Identify and implement process improvements, digital solutions, and AI-enabled automation opportunities
Drive culture, engagement, onboarding, leadership visibility, colleague experience, town halls, all-hands meetings, offsites, and organizational events
Design and execute communication strategies and leadership messaging across the Oncology organization
Develop executive agendas, briefing materials, presentations, communications, and action-tracking processes
Partner with site leaders, administrative professionals, and cross-functional teams on strategic priorities and high-impact operational initiatives
Drive collaboration, communication, and effectiveness across leadership teams and stakeholder groups

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree or 6+ years of experience in lieu of degree required
4+ years of experience in the Biopharmaceutical industry; familiarity with R&D preferred
Experience managing day-to-day planning, project management and operational activities
Experience creating communications and interacting with senior executive stakeholders
Experience managing multiple, competing tasks simultaneously and executing complex strategies
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams across multiple lines
Ability to manage a cross-functional team of colleagues
Understanding of systems, structures, and implementing efficient processes
Expert collaboration and communication skills
Resourceful, proactive, and able to anticipate needs and prioritize responsibilities
Strong project and event management skills with attention to detail
High energy, sense of urgency, creativity, and decisiveness
Sound judgment in handling confidential information
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Copilot, and Viva Engage
Ability to navigate a fast-paced, highly matrixed environment
Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer
Permanent work authorization in the United States required
U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12.5% of base salary
Share based long term incentive program eligibility
401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid vacation, holiday and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility