Senior Manager Strategic Planning And Operations

We are seeking a highly engaged, curious and motivated Senior Manager of Strategic Planning and Operations to join our biotech company. Reporting directly to the Head of Strategic Planning & Operations, this person will play a key role in setting the company up for success and advancing our clinical pipeline. The successful candidate will design and shape roadmaps that connect functions, processes, and technology across the organization. The role is highly visible and the successful candidate will need to be able to balance operational excellence with strategic insights and operate at multiple levels within and across the company to help ensure A2's ongoing success. This role is hybrid.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Head of Strategic Planning & Operations to design and shape strategic roadmaps that connect functions through processes, and technology in order to drive operational efficiency and ultimately enable the advancement of our clinical pipeline.
• Troubleshoot operational issues across the company and propose and lead solutions
• Drive the implementation of key corporate, functional and cross-functional initiatives and projects while ensuring alignment with the company's strategic direction and objectives.
• Work closely with stakeholders to develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Develop management communication tools (dashboards, etc.) that clearly communicate strategy, status, etc.
• Support the construction of a new Ph 2 manufacturing facility by being involved in the budget and timeline
• Lead the strategic planning, project management and change management component of rolling out new software and retirement of legacy software
• Collaborate across the organization to maintain the Corporate Calendar
• Work with functional leads to develop and optimize processes for the core operations functions (IT, Business Ops and Facilities) as well as across the company to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality.
• Create social media posts and work with Creative Agency to maintain and enhance A2 website
• Lead the Operations functions strategic planning process by partnering with the heads of IT, Business Operations and Facilities to help formulate goals, strategies, budgets and action plans.
• Provide inputs into and extract insights out of company's integrated timeline

• Strength in ability to distill complex issues into succinct messaging
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to diverse audiences.
• Masters & 6+ years relevant experience in program/project management, consulting or related field within the biotech industry
• Strong leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to a fast-paced, evolving environment and drive change.
• Strong understanding of the biotech landscape, including market dynamics, regulatory requirements, and industry trends.
• Excellent project management software skills using platforms such as Smartsheets or MS Project
• Proven track record of developing and executing strategic plans and initiatives within a small to mid-sized biotech company.
• Bachelor's & 8+ years relevant experience in program/project management, consulting or related field within the biotech industry
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with a data-driven approach.
• Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.

If you are seeking a role that offers enormous breadth and the opportunity to design and shape roadmaps connecting functions, processes, and technology, while being a key part of advancing our clinical pipeline, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

At A2 we believe in investing in our team. Our benefits programs are just one of the many ways we strive to help our employees take care of themselves and their families. We offer a variety of programs, from comprehensive medical insurance to generous time off policies designed to help meet the needs of our diverse team.

Benefits include:

• Paid parental leave
• Flexible work arrangements
• Environment where professional development is actively encouraged and supported.
• Paid time off and holidays
• Wellness and recognition programs
• Equity participation
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits (including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accident insurance)
• Competitive base salary and annual incentive opportunities (annual salary for this position is $144,000 - $176,000)

Equal Opportunity Statement

A2 is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

A2 requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. In accordance with applicable law, A2 will provide reasonable accommodations to staff members who qualify on the basis of a medical reason or a sincerely held religious belief.