Director, Alliance Management at AstraZeneca

Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Alliance Management, Supplier Governance, Risk Management, Operational Governance, Audit Coordination, Performance Metrics, Leadership Skills, Collaboration Skills, Conflict Resolution, Negotiation Skills, Problem Solving, Clinical Research, Pharmaceutical Development, Continuous Improvement, Stakeholder Engagement, Agile Methodologies

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Director, Alliance Management (Alliance Lead) The role of the Alliance Management Director is to act as the Alliance Lead for one or more supplier(s) within outsourcing model(s) / service line(s). They will be responsible for ensuring the supplier(s) within the model(s) are meeting the operational needs of the customers; ensuring alliance effectiveness, appropriate communications, ensuring that selected partners deliver to contract; and that strong relationships with the external suppliers are created and maintained. Responsibilities: Supplier / Model Governance: Accountable for the alliance management of one or more supplier(s) within or across model(s) / service line(s) Proactively identifies and manages risks at the supplier/model/service line level Serves as point of contact for issue escalation to AM for their assigned supplier (s), and key in ensuring solutions are identified in collaboration with the business stakeholders. Facilitates resolution of any operational issues that impact delivery Leads operational governance of the supplier(s)/model(s)/service line(s) In collaboration with the AM Group Lead, contributes to executive level governance meetings; and contributes to or leads model level governance and supplier council forums, as required Acts as audit Sponsor and/or audit co-ordinator for AZ led supplier audits as applicable Supplier / Model Quality and Performance: With the AM Group Lead ensures definition of appropriate Metrics and SLAs for the supplier within the MSA Monitors quality and performance of service deliverables in alignment with the MSA Ensure that selected suppliers deliver to contract and that strong relationships with the external suppliers and internal customers are created and maintained Ensures effective visibility of supplier performance to relevant stakeholders Ensures ongoing assessment and integration of Lessons Learned for suppliers / models/service lines Seeks opportunities to drive efficiencies and continuous improvement within supplier and model/service lines Study Team Support: Ensures understanding of roles and responsibilities across delivery teams for assigned delivery model(s) / service line(s) Works with AM Process Integration Lead, internal subject matter experts and counterparts in supplier organisations to ensure the effective use and maintenance of interface processes / ways of working (e.g. Alliance Handbooks) Alliance Management Development: May have responsibility for line management or coaching of junior members of the team Serves as a delegate for the AM Group Lead for specific tasks or activities, as necessary May support or lead key critical initiatives within AM and contribute to initiatives outside of AM Essential Requirements: University degree in related field, or equivalent Strong experience from within the pharmaceutical industry or clinical research organization Detailed knowledge of clinical and pharmaceutical drug development process at various phases of development Experience of working successfully with external partners / managing relationships Experience of directing alliance governance frameworks and processes (incl performance metrics) Strong leadership and influencing skills, especially without authority Strong collaboration skills across global and functional boundaries Excellent conflict resolution, mediation and negotiation skills Ability to work with agility to solve problems that involve many decision makers, and develop multiple options/recommendations Familiar with ICH GCP and related guidelines and practices Date Posted 11-gru-2025 Closing Date 31-gru-2025 AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

Responsibilities

The Director of Alliance Management is responsible for managing supplier relationships and ensuring operational needs are met. They lead governance meetings, monitor supplier performance, and facilitate issue resolution.