Associate Director, Portfolio Optimization Position Available In Kennebec, Maine

Associate Director, Portfolio Optimization at Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc. in Augusta, Maine, United States Job Description About Otsuka Precision Health Otsuka Precision Health is a health experience company that brings personalized care within reach through products and services for mental and physical well-being. Combining the power of human interaction with technology, we tailor solutions to support individual health needs and improve how people engage. Data is the cornerstone of our platform, connecting people and partners and strengthening our collective impact on total healthcare. About This Team Business Operations works to enable colleagues across the OPH enterprise to conduct their work effectively and efficiently. About This Role We are seeking a strategic, entrepreneurial Associate Director to drive the evolution of OPH’s connected health platform across health experience services. This role requires a unique blend of systems thinking, product vision, and startup grit to translate ambiguous needs into scalable solutions. You’ll complement existing team capabilities by leading the design of a flexible platform strategy, building business cases, and guiding cross-functional execution. Your work will directly influence how OPH delivers meaningful digital experiences to patients, caregivers, and clinicians. Responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to: Business Case Development & Strategic Scenario Planning + Develop strategic scenarios and greenfield evaluations using incomplete or ambiguous information. + Translate early-stage ideas into structured options with clearly articulated trade-offs, risks, and investment needs. + Build business cases with quantified value propositions to support platform-related decisions by Connected Health and OPH leadership. Portfolio Optimization and Strategic Framing + Identify synergies, overlaps, and white space across OPH’s digital health initiatives to inform an integrated Connected Health portfolio strategy. + Evaluate opportunities for shared infrastructure, user pathways, data flows, or partner ecosystems across various initiatives. + Develop and present structured business cases to inform prioritization, investment decisions, and build/buy/partner strategies. + Architect and manage a modular digital platform spanning multiple disease areas and user needs. + Define product roadmaps and coordinate technical development with internal IT and external vendors. Cross-functional Execution + Partner with commercial, medical, regulatory, legal, and access teams to ensure platform alignment with launch goals and compliance requirements. + Oversee external partners and vendors to ensure high-quality delivery within budget and timeline. + Lead pilots and feedback loops to iteratively validate product-market fit. Innovation & Ecosystem Scanning + Monitor emerging digital health trends and identify new opportunities for platform expansion (e.g., integration with wearables, data monetization, smart pharmacy). + Represent Connected Health in tech diligence, BD conversations, and innovation forums.

EXPECTED TRAVEL

+ Ability to travel up to 20%

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Bachelor’s Degree + 8+ years of experience in digital health, product management, management consulting, or strategic operations in healthcare or life sciences. + Experience in early-stage product development, platform architecture, or launching technology-enabled services. + Demonstrated ability to build business cases, evaluate greenfield opportunities, and make decisions with imperfect information. + Track record of thriving in fast-paced, ambiguous, cross-functional environments.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Advanced degree (MBA, MPH, MS) preferred. +

Startup Operator Mindset :

High ownership, ability to wear many hats, and comfort with navigating ambiguity. +

Structured Thinking :

Fluency in frameworks to evaluate build/buy/partner paths, define success metrics, and communicate trade-offs to senior stakeholders. +

Collaborative Leadership :

Strong interpersonal and influence skills to align cross-functional teams and drive forward momentum. +

Growth Mentality :

Eagerness to learn, iterate, and grow into new challenges as the Connected Health function scales. +

Mission-Driven Focus :

Passion for building digital solutions that empower underserved patients and redefine therapeutic engagement. About Our Culture As we work to develop solutions that enhance peoples’ lives, we also work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being.

GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT

As a member of our team, we see your growth and learning as being critical for an individual career. We will work with you within your first 30 days to establish a growth path that aligns your aspirations with ours.

CORE COMPETENCIES

+ Accountability for Results

• Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change. + Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving
• Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business. + Patient & Customer Centricity
• Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders. + Impactful Communication
• Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka. + Respectful Collaboration
• Seek and value others’ perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals. + Empowered Development
• Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative. Competencies Accountability for Results
• Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change. Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving
• Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business. Patient & Customer Centricity
• Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders. Impactful Communication
• Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka. Respectful Collaboration
• Seek and value others’ perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals. Empowered Development
• Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative. Minimum $164,530.00
• Maximum $245,985.

00, plus incentive opportunity: The range shown represents a typical pay range or starting salary for candidates hired to perform the work. Other elements may be used to determine actual salary such as the candidate’s job experience, specific skills, and comparison to internal incumbents currently in role. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with states and local laws. Company benefits : Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, company provided basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, a generous 401(k) match, flexible time off, paid holidays, and paid leave programs as well as other company provided benefits. Come discover more about Otsuka and our benefit offerings; https://www.otsuka-us.com/careers-join-otsuka .

Disclaimer:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. Otsuka reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. Otsuka is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be given consideration for