Director-Commercial IT & Digital

About AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a global scienceled patientfocused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the worlds most serious diseases. But were more than one of the worlds leading pharmaceutical companies.

Background

At AstraZeneca our IT organization is at the forefront of technology driving business digitization and transformation. In Commercial IT weve shifted from a reactive approach to a strategic proactive valuedriven team. We aim to enhance patient and Healthcare Professional (HCP) journeys through digital innovation supporting business growth with impactful launches field effectiveness and digital/omnichannel capabilities all grounded in strong business partnerships.

Key focus areas currently are:

Omnichannel and digital marketing for patients and HCPs

Ecommerce and consumerization

Internal innovation

External innovation with partners and startup ecosystems

Automation and simplification leveraging artificial intelligence

Analytics insights and data governance

Support and implementation of business systems for office and field operations Role Overview: The Digital Solutions Delivery Director is responsible for empowering the field force sale team and supporting internal (nonsales) functions in driving efficiency and productivity at scale. This role demands a collaborative and proactive approach to working with internal and external stakeholders to understand Indias business priorities and challenges and to deliver effective solutions.

Success in this role requires the following skills:

Comprehensive Business Analysis skill

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Strong written and verbal communication

Collaboration across functions and geographies

Stakeholder management

Solution design

Risk management

Change Management

Assertive while maintaining calm and composed demeanour

A continuous learning mindset to adapt to the evolving technology landscape

Core Accountabilities:

Enable and empower the field force sales team and supporting functions digitally driving significant efficiency and productivity.

Engage with stakeholders to understand business priorities proactively identifying digitalization opportunities.

Lead projects and programs with precision managing risks and dependencies ensuring timely delivery budget adherence and alignment with project/program objectives.

Ensure that necessary internal/global governance and compliance standards are met and adhered to for every digital projects/programs/initiative

Work closely with global crossfunctional teams to understand global innovation innovative pilots successfully deployed elsewhere in the globe and bring these innovations to India

Communicate project progress updates and risks to stakeholders including executives and team members

Foster a collaborative team environment promoting effective teamwork and knowledge sharing.

Use the biannual Pulse survey to evaluate and improve business and IT satisfaction

Engage with tech startups through AstraZenecas ACatalyst Network for potential collaborations in India. Essential Skills/Experience

Relevant technical degree or equivalent (BTech/MTech with MBA) with strong academic performance.

Understanding of the pharmaceutical/healthcare domain.

Proven leadership in global organizations with complex diverse environments. Expertise in relationshipbuilding with senior internal customers and suppliers. Technical proficiency in: o Salesforce CRM (Health Cloud Einstein)

o Market Tech

o Digital Health

o Power BI

o Application of AI and GenAI

o Understanding of Workday Coupa SAP Concur Page 3 of 3

Strong communication facilitation and relationshipbuilding skills.

Experience influencing solution directions and adopting standards using architecture strategies.

Proven ability to inspire change and challenge conventional ideas.

Experience managing relationships with business teams and thirdparty suppliers.

Strategic bigpicture thinking with an understanding of longterm implications.

Critical thinking skills questioning assumptions and evaluating evidence objectively.

Openness to change adaptable to new insights and circumstances supporting innovation.

Awareness of marketplace developments and their potential impact on AZ.

Desirable Skills/Experience

Current leadership role in the Pharma/Healthcare industry

Why AstraZeneca

At AstraZeneca were dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. Theres no better place to make a difference to medicine patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration and always committed to lifelong learning growth and development. Were on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds with as wide a range of perspectives as possible and harnessing industryleading 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. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on nondiscrimination in employment (and recruitment) as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.