Strategic PMO Lead, Global Quality Operations

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies (U.S.); United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 224,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Paid holidays and paid leave

Job summary

Otsuka is seeking an Associate Director of Global Quality Operations to provide centralized oversight of strategic initiatives, resource planning, and program performance across Global Quality. This role partners with leadership to drive transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement across global programs and initiatives.

The position focuses on maturing program management capabilities, governance, and knowledge management to support scaling of Global Quality operations in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred in related field.
• 8+ years in portfolio management, strategic planning, PMO leadership, operations, or organizational effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Lead a consolidated portfolio view of Global Quality strategic initiatives, programs, and projects.
• Track initiative progress, milestones, risks, dependencies, and deliverables across Global Quality Operations.
• Design and govern program management standards, tools, and reporting mechanisms.
• Facilitate governance reviews and provide updates on program performance across Global Quality Operations.
• Develop metrics, dashboards, and reporting processes for visibility into operational effectiveness.
• Drive action tracking, accountability, and timely execution of commitments and priorities.
• Identify opportunities for operational improvement via performance data and insights.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement

Program performance tracking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree in Business Admin/Operations/Quality/Life Sciences

Job description

Otsuka is seeking an Associate Director of Global Quality Operations to provide centralized oversight of strategic initiatives, resource planning, and program performance across Global Quality. This role partners with leadership to drive transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement across global programs and initiatives.

The position focuses on maturing program management capabilities, governance, and knowledge management to support scaling of Global Quality operations in a dynamic