Director, Chief of Staff (Pharmaceutical Technology/Manufacturing Technology)

Company: Daiichi Sankyo
Location: Basking Ridge
Posted on: March 28, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Title: Director, Chief of Staff (Pharmaceutical Technology/Manufacturing Technology) Job Requisition ID: 1257 Posting Start Date: 3/26/26 At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society. Job Summary The Chief of Staff serves as a strategic partner and integrator to the Regional Head of DSI Tech Unit, enabling effective execution of regional priorities, cross-functional alignment, and organizational performance. Acting as a trusted advisor, communicator, and operational leader, the CoS ensures that strategic initiatives are translated into actionable plans, governance rhythms are maintained, and the function operates with clarity, efficiency, and alignment to regional objectives. This role bridges strategy and execution, functioning as an Integrator, Communicator to support decision-making, organizational transformation, and sustain operational excellence. Responsibilities Strategic Partnership & Advisory Serve as a trusted advisor to the Regional Head by translating strategic vision into clear priorities, roadmaps, and actionable plans. Provide decision support through structured analysis, executive briefings, and synthesis of key insights. Proactively anticipate risks, emerging issues, and strategic opportunities, while ensuring alignment between regional objectives and global functional strategy. Maintain oversight of the strategic initiative, prioritization, and execution progress. Regional Governance & Operating Rhythm Design and manage an effective governance framework that enables disciplined execution and leadership alignment. Establish a structured operating cadence (e.g., Functional Head meetings, Monthly Meeting, Townhall, etc.), ensuring agendas are priority-driven and decision-focused. Develop executive dashboards, objective tracking, and progress reports to enhance transparency and accountability. Ensure clear decision rights, follow-ups, and escalation pathways while aligning regional governance with global processes. Regional Cross-Functional Alignment & Stakeholder Management Act as the integrator across functions to ensure alignment of priorities, timelines, and deliverables in a matrix environment. Facilitate collaboration across regional stakeholders such as Team building, managing communication flow and resolving competing priorities when needed. Represent the Regional Head in cross-functional forums, build strong stakeholder relationships, and ensure consistent messaging, trust, and coordinated execution of strategic initiatives. Executive Communications & Messaging Support the Regional Head of Function through clear, strategic, and consistent communications. Prepare executive briefings, presentations, townhall materials, and leadership messages aligned with functional priorities and organizational direction. Ensure key decisions, priorities, and narratives are effectively cascaded across the region and to global stakeholders. Enable leadership effectiveness by streamlining information flow, ensuring message clarity, and reinforcing alignment, transparency, and engagement across the function. Qualifications Education Qualifications Bachelor's Degree required Master's Degree (MBA or other advanced degree) preferred Experience Qualifications 10 or More Years overall related experience required 8 years of experience in strategic operations, PMO, consulting, or leadership support roles required Experience supporting senior executives (VP, Head of Function, or equivalent) required Strong program management and governance expertise required Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills required High business acumen and strategic thinking capability required Travel Requirements Ability to travel up to 10% of the time. domestic travel Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Salary Range: USD$189,520.00 - USD$284,280.00 Download Our Benefits Summary PDF Professionals

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