Global Program Associate Director (GPAD), Innovative Medicines Global Program leadership

Teva Pharmaceuticals; Haarlem; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Teva Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Global Program Associate Director (GPAD) to drive cross‑functional drug development program operations across R&D, commercial and TGO. You will steward program governance and align teams to strategic objectives.

Typically based in an EU location, the role requires advanced program management, strong communication, and deep knowledge of drug product development to ensure milestones are met and risks are mitigated.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MSC or MBA) with 8+ years in pharmaceutical industry.
• Expert project management skills.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to bridge diverse, cross‑functional and geographically diverse teams.
• Advanced knowledge in drug product development.

Responsibilities

• Translate program strategy into actionable global integrated Asset plans (IAPs).
• Coordinate preparation and compilation for program stage gates with GPT and GPTD.
• Manage cross‑functional alignment, timelines, KPIs and milestones.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans and forecasts in enterprise planning systems.
• Identify risks, drive mitigation strategies, and ensure contingencies.
• Build Integrated Asset Plans with GPTD.
• Manage GPT meeting logistics, agendas and minutes; follow‑up on actions.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organization

Drug product development

Education

MSC or MBA

Job description

We Are Teva

We’re Teva, a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world‑class generics business. Whether it’s innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology or delivering high-quality medicine worldwide, we’re dedicated to addressing patients’ needs now and in the future. Here, you will be part of a high‑performing, inclusive culture that values fresh thinking and collaboration. You'll have the room to grow, the flexibility to balance life with work, and the opportunity to better health worldwide, together.

Our Team, Your Impact

As a Global Program Associate Director (GPAD) within the Global Program Leadership (GPL) organization in Teva R&D, you will act as the operational “engine” of cross‑functional drug development team(s), ensuring alignment, timeline integrity, risk management, and execution across R&D, commercial and TGO functions. You will represent the best interests of the program and as such will be a key point contact within the business.

You will drive the program operations, build and maintain detailed project plans, track milestones, risks, and budgets. Tasked with tactical execution, you will be responsible for the use and adherence to program tools & templates, preparing dashboards and reports for governance, supporting meeting logistics and documentation.

How You’ll Spend Your Day

Strategic partnering:

• Partner with the Global Program Team Director (GPTD) and Global Program Team (GPT) members to translate program strategy into actionable global integrated Asset plans (IAPs).
• Coordinate preparation and compilation of strategic documents and preparations for program stage gates (endorsement for moving through the development phases) in collaboration with the GPT and GPTD.

Program Execution:

• Manage cross‑functional alignment and ensure program goals, timelines, KPIs, and milestones are met.
• Develop & maintain accurate project plans and forecasts in enterprise planning systems (e.g., PLM). Challenge assumptions and interdependencies to ensure clarity on the true critical path, ensuring plans reflect both strategy and operational realities.
• Risk & Issue Management: Identify risks, drive mitigation strategies, and ensure contingencies are in place.
• Partner with GPTD to develop Integrated Asset Plans.

Communication & Governance:

• Manage GPT meeting logistics and prepare high quality GPT agendas and draft minutes in a timely manner. Record action items / decisions and liaise with GPT members on follow‑up activities and deliverables.
• Facilitate communication, drive alignment, lead program meetings, and ensure operational excellence across R&D, Commercial and TGO
• Support timely executive communication of project status as required by the organization (e.g., EM updates, IDC presentations, QBRs, monthly updates, etc)

Team & Culture:

• Cultivate a high‑performing, collaborative team culture grounded in Teva’s leadership principle
• Contribute to the evolution of program management best practices and support process improvement initiatives.
• Partner with the Global Program Head (GPH) and GPTD to leverage the expertise of team members and drive shared accountability for results leveraging Teva’s GPT operating model

Your Skills and Experience

• Advanced degree (MSC or MBA) with 8+ years in pharmaceutical industry
• Expert project management skills
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to bridge diverse, cross‑functional and geographically diverse teams
• Advanced knowledge in drug product development

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP certification Experience in Project Management
• Experience in project management of large scale, complex, international development projects

Location

This position can be based in any Teva EU location, with the exception of Switzerland.

How We’ll Take Care of You

At Teva, better health starts from within, and that includes you. From day one, you’ll be supported with benefits designed to help you thrive in and out of work. This includes generous annual leave, reward plans, flexible working schedules (dependent on role), access to tailored health support, and meaningful ways to give back to the community. When it comes to your career, you’ll be encouraged to explore, evolve, and shape your path. Twist, our one‑stop shop for career development platform, gives you access to a wide range of possibilities, from learning programs and short‑term projects to opportunities for internal growth. Here, you’ll be part of a culture that empowers you to reach your goals and prioritize your wellbeing every step of the way.

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