Associate Director, Operations

AstraZeneca

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Budget management and financial analysis
Cross-functional collaboration in matrix environment
Procurement and supplier contract management
This role supports the Cell Therapy Discovery organization with end-to-end operations, focusing on budget management and cross-functional collaboration

Job Summary

  • This role supports the Cell Therapy Discovery organization with end-to-end operations, focusing on budget management and cross-functional collaboration.
  • The incumbent will lead annual budgeting, manage procurement lifecycles for vectors and CROs, and govern data systems like LIMS and ELN.
  • Candidates must have 8+ years of experience in multinational companies within R&D-driven environments, preferably in biopharma or cell/gene therapy.

Matching Summary

This role supports the Cell Therapy Discovery organization with end-to-end operations, focusing on budget management and cross-functional collaboration.

Salary

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Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Budget management and financial analysis
  • Cross-functional collaboration in matrix environment
  • Procurement and supplier contract management
  • LIMS/ELN data governance and compliance
  • Facilities coordination for BSL labs

Nice-to-have

  • Experience implementing AI tools for efficiency
  • RPA and self-service analytics delivery
  • Fluency in English and Chinese languages
  • Proactive outcome-oriented mindset
  • PMP or CPA professional certification

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or Business
  • 8+ years experience in MNC operations or Finance BP
  • CPA/CMA/PMP certification preferred
  • Bilingual in English and Chinese

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