ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, ENABLEMENT & DATA INSIGHTS

Associate Director, Enablement & Data Insights Location.
Gaithersburg, MD or Barcelona, Spain Introduction to role.
Are you ready to make a bigger impact? Join AstraZeneca, an ambitious company that's on a mission to do more and be more.
As an Associate Director, Enablement & Data Insights, you will operationally support GPPM’s premier portfolio visualization tool (Portfolio Control Tower) and manage the implementation of innovative improvements that enable key data insights in support of a variety of customers.
Accountabilities.
In this role, you will provide business-as-usual support for the use and operations of Portfolio Control Tower (PCT).
You will develop and support PCT analytics for both ad hoc requests as well as supporting the use and understanding of core operational reports.
You will also collaborate with key customer groups to identify and prioritize opportunities to maximize the value of core GPPM data.
Your role will also involve improving accessibility of data through the development and evolution of reports and tools, enabling self-service insights, and analyzing project and portfolio data to proactively identify issues and challenges.
Essential Skills/Experience.
Bachelor’s degree in business and or/sciences 5-7 years experience of managing, designing, and delivering business reporting solutions using different analytical tools (preferably Power BI, Report Builder, Spotfire, Business Objects) to provide actionable insight for the business Demonstrable experience in leading business change initiatives, process & system improvements Strong analytical skills to effectively create recommendations, influence decision-making, assess impacts, compare solutions, problem solve, and achieve business and/or technical objectives Knowledge of the wider Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps) Programming and databases languages like VBA, SQL, and Python Strong understanding of data modelling, databases, and data warehouse concepts Experience working in the pharma industry and thorough knowledge of the pharmaceutical drug development process Knowledge of Planisware or equivalent PPM tools Experience of effective working in a multi-cultural team Exceptional customer focus/engagement/stakeholder management skills Proven leadership skills and flexibility to react to different customer needs for data/information Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to communicate at senior level (verbally and written) When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines.
In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions.
That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office.
But that doesn't mean we’re not flexible.
We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility.
Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
At AstraZeneca, we're not just about treating diseases - we're about changing lives.
We're a community of forward-thinkers who are driven by innovation and curiosity.
We believe in empowering our people to be leaders in their fields, making a difference through the work they do.
Our strength lies in our diversity - of backgrounds, ideas, experiences - and in our common goal.
to improve the health of millions around the world.
Ready to make your mark? Apply now and join us in our mission to push the boundaries of science and make a difference.
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We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.
We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.
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