Therapeutic Strategy Architect

IQVIA; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA in Barcelona seeks a Therapeutic Strategy Lead to develop and implement tailored delivery strategies during the RFP/Bid Defense cycle, bridging Sales, Medical, and Operations to ensure seamless project execution and strong support for sales in the business development process.

The role requires deep knowledge of the biopharma landscape, regulatory requirements (GCP/ICH), and exceptional leadership to guide a virtual matrix team.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of scientific, clinical operations, real world, regulatory, operational, commercial and competitive landscape in applicable therapeutic area.
• Strong global knowledge and awareness of the biopharma industry, drug development lifecycle and operational clinical trial delivery.
• In-depth knowledge of applicable clinical research regulatory requirements; e.g. GCP and ICH guidelines.
• Strong business acumen including confidence with financial considerations, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Strong customer management skills and ability to understand customer needs and negotiate solutions.
• Strong leadership skills to lead a virtual team in a matrix organization.
• Ability to work strategically to realize organizational and project goals across the organization.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills; English, plus Mandarin.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Must have prior experience in the CRO industry.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Sales, Medical, Operations and other functions to craft tailor-made strategies for projects and proposals.
• Scan therapeutic and operational landscapes to develop long-term implementation strategies.
• Maintain understanding of current and future market trends affecting delivery strategies.
• Champion project-centric approaches to ensure delivery teams execute the sold strategy.
• Leverage internal and external data to build robust project strategies.
• Mentor Project Leaders to confidently present strategies to clients and stakeholders.
• Support Sales in customer and bid defense meetings; train and prepare project teams.
• Attend and lead bid defense or customer meetings as required.
• Identify and coach on quality issues within studies, implementing CAPA plans.
• Ensure budgets meet financial and company goals including Gross New Business.

Skills

Biopharma landscape

GCP/ICH regulatory knowledge

Financial acumen & negotiation

Customer management

Matrix leadership

Strategic thinking

Presentation skills

English proficiency (written & spoken)

Mandarin language

MS Office proficiency

CRO industry experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Tools

MS Office

Job description

IQVIA in Barcelona seeks a Therapeutic Strategy Lead to develop and implement tailored delivery strategies during the RFP/Bid Defense cycle, bridging Sales, Medical, and Operations to ensure seamless project execution and strong support for sales in the business development process.

The role requires deep knowledge of the biopharma landscape, regulatory requirements (GCP/ICH), and exceptional leadership to guide a virtual matrix team.