RWE Platform, Business Operations Senior Manager

$117,300 - $195,500/Yr

Pfizer - Lake Forest, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Lake Forest, IL

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Chief Medical Affairs Office's Real-World Evidence (RWE) Platform at Pfizer is dedicated to establishing global scientific leadership through the generation of integrated, end-to-end observational real-world evidence. This evidence serves all therapeutic areas, from proof of concept (POC) trials to loss of exclusivity (LOE) for priority pipeline candidates, as well as pipeline supplementation through business development and marketed inline products. The RWE Platform centralizes expertise in RWE, epidemiology, outcomes research, RW-relevant health informatics, and biostatistics from both international developed markets and emerging markets into a cohesive team aimed at driving efficiency through internalized work. The RWE Platform enhances Pfizer's ability to identify unmet medical needs, supports differentiated product labels for Product Development programs, and finds alternatives and accelerated licensure pathways for new indications through the use of Real-World Data (RWD), Real World Insights (RWI), and Real-World Evidence (RWE). It informs clinical practice regarding the appropriate prescription and use of Pfizer's products, collaborates with Access & Value to strengthen the value evidence package for payers and access/policy decision-makers, and supports the measurement of both short- and long-term impacts of Pfizer's products on patients and populations, ultimately aiding in competitive differentiation. In this role as Senior Manager within the Business Operations & Integrated Evidence Planning (IEP) Success Team, the individual will provide operational expertise and project management leadership for several RWE initiatives of medium complexity across one or more categories. Success in this position hinges on excellent communication skills, industry knowledge, effective collaboration with Pfizer enterprise departments, and the ability to drive sound portfolio decision analyses and planning. The Senior Manager will support teams in delivering cost-effective, timely, and high-quality Real-World Evidence, Real World Data, and Real-World Insights throughout the product lifecycle from POC through LOE, ensuring the delivery of critical work products such as Integrated Evidence Plans (IEPs).

Responsibilities

• Leverage project management skills to support the RWE Platform's most important projects through the development and deployment of Integrated Evidence Plans (IEP) for priority assets.
• Build bridges across category stakeholders to successfully develop and integrate the RWE Platform, achieving a One Pfizer vision for RWE/RWD/RWI generation.
• Provide accurate milestones, timelines, and budget management for RWE projects to ensure delivery against goals (cost, speed, quality).
• Develop and oversee process frameworks (such as the IEP) to help category teams manage RWE Platform deliverables aligned to program strategic plans.
• Establish processes and tools for timely and accurate portfolio reporting, creation of briefing documents, and communications.
• Play a key role in financial processes including Op Planning, DP3, and quarterly budget reviews under the supervision of the Head of Business Operations & IEP Success.
• May be responsible for planning and executing RWE Platform committees.
• Develop and foster strong working relationships with key Pfizer partners across categories, regions, and departments, identifying and implementing process improvements.
• Coordinate effectively with PRD Project & Portfolio Management and Pfizer Digital.
• Represent the team at business venues, meetings, conferences, and interactions with external and internal stakeholders.
• Lead teams in a matrix-based organization, developing and implementing PM tools for consistent execution of RWE projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to drug development or business management.
• At least 7 years of experience working in the pharmaceutical industry, with at least 4 years managing multiple, complex projects and portfolio governance.
• Excellent communication skills, comfortable presenting to senior leadership.
• In-depth knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and specific knowledge of drug development.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with peers, overseeing and guiding the work of colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes.

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced scientific (MS, PhD, MD) or business (MBA) degree is preferred.
• Formal training or certification in project management methodologies (PMP, six sigma, Agile).
• Strong contributor to strategic planning with leadership teams and a track record of implementation success.
• Strong technical experience in a discipline associated with drug development/commercialization.
• Demonstrated success negotiating in a highly matrix-based organization.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
• Paid vacation, holiday, and personal days
• Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
• Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
• Participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 17.5% of the base salary
• Eligibility to participate in share-based long-term incentive program