Director, Digital Business Partner & Ai Strategy Lead

AstraZeneca

Gaithersburg, MD, US
Base: $165k to $245k; bonus/equity: eligibility fo...
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Digital transformation roadmap
Ai strategy and use case development
Enterprise platform integration
** AstraZeneca is seeking a Director for Digital Business Partner & AI Strategy Lead to lead digital transformation initiatives in their Cell Therapy Development & Operations (CTDO) organization. The role focuses on implementing advanced digital platforms and AI technologies to enhance operational efficiency and the patient experience. **

Job Summary

  • Champion the adoption of advanced digital platforms, intelligent automation, and enterprise systems to enable scalable, data-driven operations.
  • Lead the identification and operationalization of AI and digital applications that drive predictive analytics, intelligent planning, supply chain optimization, manufacturing insights, and personalized therapy orchestration.
  • Drive cross-functional digital transformation initiatives, managing scope, budgets, schedules, and outcomes while delivering measurable business value.

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** AstraZeneca is seeking a Director for Digital Business Partner & AI Strategy Lead to lead digital transformation initiatives in their Cell Therapy Development & Operations (CTDO) organization. The role focuses on implementing advanced digital platforms and AI technologies to enhance operational efficiency and the patient experience. **

Salary

Base: $165K to $245K; Bonus/Equity: Eligibility for short-term incentive bonuses and equity-based awards; Benefits: Qualified retirement programs, paid time off, health, dental, and vision coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Digital transformation roadmap
  • AI strategy and use case development
  • Enterprise platform integration
  • Cell therapy value chain digitization
  • Modern data infrastructure implementation
  • Cross-functional digital transformation initiatives

Nice-to-have

  • Transforming patient and customer journey
  • Leveraging AI, cloud platforms
  • Enhance customer experience
  • Collaborating across teams

Key Requirements

  • 14+ years professional experience (BS/BA) or 12+ years (MS/MA/MBA)
  • Experience designing and architecting enterprise platforms
  • Experience implementing MES, LIMS, SAP, Salesforce
  • Understanding of modern AI technologies
  • Experience in pharmaceutical industry is a plus
  • Hands-on understanding of cell therapy operations
  • Experience applying Generative AI and Agentic AI is highly desirable
  • Track record of leading technical teams and shaping IT strategy

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