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Job Overview
We are seeking a seasoned Strategic Planning professional to join our Commercial Solutions Strategic Operations team. The role involves supporting strategic / operational plans and initiatives for various business areas in Commercial Solutions Global Business Unit and creating strategic materials for executive meetings. Candidate will work closely with the extended Strategic Operations team, Commercial Solutions leadership team, and other key internal stakeholders in the broader IQVIA organization.
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Strategic Planning Manager
Job Overview
We are seeking a seasoned Strategic Planning professional to join our Commercial Solutions Strategic Operations team. The role involves supporting strategic / operational plans and initiatives for various business areas in Commercial Solutions Global Business Unit and creating strategic materials for executive meetings. Candidate will work closely with the extended Strategic Operations team, Commercial Solutions leadership team, and other key internal stakeholders in the broader IQVIA organization.
Essential Functions
- Support driving and steering the annual planning cycle and multi-year strategic planning in alignment with organizational goals and objectives
- Continuously monitor industry trends, analyze global and local industry reports, and adopt best practices to inform strategic planning efforts
- Provide insightful data-driven strategic recommendations to leadership based on analysis, and use data and domain knowledge to identify strategic opportunities
- Actively drive / support preparation for executive meetings (e.g., monthly business reviews, operating reviews, and other regular or ad-hoc executive meetings)
- Prepare and present business cases, financial projections, and feasibility assessments for new initiatives
- Engage in business development and M&A projects by identifying potential targets and/or supporting due diligence processes
- Establish collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders to support and proactively address business
- Formulate detailed project plans, facilitate team meetings, foster collaboration, and ensure adherence to workflow processes
- Monitor progress of projects, including achievements, action items, risks/concerns and resolution of issues
Qualifications - Our Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, Economics or a related field
- A masters/MBA degree is preferred
- 5-10 years of experience in strategic planning, management consulting, M&A advisory or related field
- Exceptional project management skills with the capacity to manage multiple initiatives concurrently
- Proven communication and presentation skills with a focus on translating insights and data into actionable recommendations for leaders
- Demonstrated problem solving and analysis skills, with experience in addressing complex and diverse business problems (strategic, commercial, operational, organizational)
- Advanced data analysis and visualization skills
- A passion for continuous learning
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, with advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.
To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.
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