Associate Director, Process Management at AstraZeneca

Durham, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Process Design, Process Optimization, Stakeholder Management, Change Leadership, Project Management, Risk Management, Lean, Six Sigma, Metrics, KPIs, Performance Storytelling, Documentation, Training, Audits, Inspections, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

At AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves on crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledge-sharing, ambitious thinking and innovation – ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions and even the globe. Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca a great place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why we’re taking ambitious action to tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention. The role: The Business Process Management Optimization (BPMO) team powers how DevOps delivers—turning strategy into simple, reliable, compliant ways of working that improve speed, quality, and experience. In this role you will own the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of high‑impact DevOps processes. You will partner with Functional Process Experts (FPEs), Quality, Learning, and business leaders to make processes effective, efficient, and ICH‑GCP compliant—so AZ and CRO teams can do the right thing the first time. What you’ll do: Set the agenda: Define scope and priorities for new and optimized processes with stakeholders and FPEs; land changes into DevOps. Design and deliver: Use the BPMO toolkit (charter, plan, SIPOC, traceability, cut‑over, release notes, learning plans) to build, implement, and sustain processes; maintain risk/change logs and periodic reviews. Prove performance: With the BPMO Analyst, define metrics/KPIs for compliance and effectiveness; drive action from insights. Unlock efficiency: Apply Lean and introduce automation/process mining/analytics where they add value and remain compliant. Enable adoption: Co-create documentation and training with PQL and Business Learning Leads; support audits and inspections. What you’ll bring: Education: Post-Secondary degree Experience: At least 5 years of experience in process design/optimization within complex or regulated environments; working knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma is a huge asset. Leadership: Strong stakeholder management, change leadership, and project/risk management. Communication & data: Clear communicator; confident with metrics/KPIs and performance storytelling. Impact you’ll have: Better audit outcomes and ICH‑GCP adherence Faster cycle times and higher right‑first‑time rates High user adoption and sustained performance Tangible value against the DevOps Scorecard Are you interested in working at AZ, apply today! AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com. #LI-Hybrid Date Posted 20-Dec-2025 Closing Date 04-Jan-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.

Responsibilities

The role involves owning the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of high-impact DevOps processes. You will partner with various stakeholders to ensure processes are effective, efficient, and compliant.