Vaccines Operational Excellence Director

Pfizer

. Lead development and implementation of assigned Global/US category-led initiatives impacting Medical Affairs stakeholders and markets .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $176,600 - $294,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading Medical Affairs initiatives, project management, and financial oversight within the pharmaceutical industry. Proven ability to collaborate across functions and manage complex projects while ensuring adherence to SOPs and strategic goals.

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Medical Affairs ExperienceProject ManagementBudget ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationStrategic Planning

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Hard Skills

Project Management MethodologiesBudgetary ManagementPerformance Metrics TrackingSOP DevelopmentFinancial Forecasting

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationRelationship BuildingDecision-MakingStrategic ThinkingOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Pfizer SystemsPODAriba BODEngagePlusMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Teams

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryMedical AffairsOperational ExcellenceChange ManagementCompliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development and implementation of assigned Global/US category-led initiatives impacting Medical Affairs stakeholders and markets
Support Asset Medical Affairs Leads in aligning goals, priorities, and efforts across Medical Affairs categories, asset teams, and cross-functional partners
Develop future-looking visions, missions, strategic initiatives, and structures for co-creation and co-execution of medical plans
Support organizational and team-specific change management plans
Identify, share, and implement best practices while improving processes, systems, partnerships, alignment, and efficiency
Develop relationships with Finance, Contracts & Outsourcing, Compliance, and Operational Excellence colleagues
Drive creation and implementation of medical processes and SOPs
Coordinate standardization of approaches, processes, and SOPs across Operational Excellence teams
Support asset-specific governance committees and decision-making
Support Medical Affairs activities, advisory boards, medical congresses, project plans, program plans, and milestone tracking
Lead stakeholder and process coordination for launch planning with Launch Excellence teams
Drive agendas and facilitate Medical Team meetings; record and file minutes
Provide presentation development support for internal meetings
Develop and lead performance and activity metrics tracking with the Medical Impact and Outcomes team
Manage financial forecasting, accruals, budgets, resources, and spend tracking for assigned assets or Field Medical areas
Maintain financial data integrity and support contracting and project/financial tracking
Develop Asset and/or Field Medical Strategic and Operating Plans
Collaborate with Medical, Finance, Financial Systems, Portfolio on Demand, and cross-functional stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required + 10+ years of experience in Pharmaceutical industry or related fields; Advanced degree (e.g., masters) highly preferred + 8+ years of experience; PharmD/PHD + 6+ years of experience
Prior experience working in a Medical Affairs organization is essential
Experience in Project Management and Business Operations
Understanding and adherence to Project Management methodologies
Demonstrated results creating and managing complex projects, including budgetary management and fiscal awareness
Ability to collaborate across Medical, Medical Information, Corporate Communications, Digital, and Commercial functions
Ability to manage resources, programs, and multiple projects
Strong communication, relationship building, decision-making, strategic thinking, business judgment, and organizational skills
Ability to operate effectively in a heavily matrix organization and manage projects with team members in multiple locations
Knowledge of Pfizer systems including POD, Ariba BOD, and EngagePlus
Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams
Full knowledge and understanding of all relevant applicable SOPs
Proven track record implementing strategically important projects on time and within budget
Fluent and able to influence others in spoken and written English
Flexibility to travel 10% of the time, including potential international travel
Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer
This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States
U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available for this role now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 20.0% of base salary
Eligibility to participate in Pfizer’s share based long term incentive program
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