Director, Project Management & Business Excellence, CSPV Employer Daiichi Sankyo Location Basking Ridge

• NJ Start date Sep 12, 2026 View more categories View less categories Discipline Clinical , Clinical Project Management , Information Technology , Business/Data Analytics Required Education Bachelors Degree Position Type Full time Hotbed Pharm Country , Best Places to Work Apply now Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job.

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Director, Project Management & Business Excellence, CSPV Job Requisition ID:

1808

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7/14/26 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 This position is responsible for providing project management and functional expertise as part of the Project Management Office and Business Excellence (PMOBE) subfunction within Clinical Safety and Pharmacovigilance (CSPV). PMOBE is the strategic planning and implementation group within CSPV. The Director, PMOBE leads CSPV portfolio management, overseeing the end-to-end delivery of complex, global, cross-functional programs aligned to unit and enterprise priorities. This role partners closely with senior leaders and executives to shape strategic priorities, inform decision-making, and ensure alignment across the organization. It provides strategic leadership by driving large-scale change initiatives, embedding scalable processes, and enhancing organizational and team performance. The position is accountable for delivering measurable outcomes and value realization across the portfolio, while proactively identifying and mitigating risks to ensure sustainable solutions and outcomes. As a member of the CSPV function, this role drives business excellence by identifying optimization opportunities that enhance efficiency, quality, and scalability across the organization. It provides leadership in designing and evolving operating models, governance frameworks, and performance management practices, using industry best practices to inform decisions. Through strategic influence with other subfunctions in CSPV, the position strengthens operational oversight, standardizes processes, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring sustainable impact and alignment with enterprise objectives

Responsibilities Project & Portfolio Management:

Supports CSPV portfolio and leads complex program management, overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of global, cross-functional initiatives within CSPV Delivers programs aligned to strategic priorities, ensuring performance against scope, timelines, budget, and quality standards Partners with senior leaders to define critical success factors, establish governance, and provide transparent reporting on portfolio health, risks, and resource utilization Drives disciplined execution through effective communication strategies, decision tracking, and accountability frameworks Champions adoption of project management best practices and continuous improvement to strengthen CSPV operational excellence

Business Excellence:

Leads the development and implementation of operational excellence strategies in partnership with CSPV Leadership, aligning initiatives to business priorities and long-term goals Drives process optimization by guiding process mapping, design, and redesign efforts, ensuring scalable, efficient, and compliant operating models Establishes and oversees operational frameworks, governance, and performance metrics across CSPV, enabling data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement Leads and clearly articulates impact assessments of project outcomes—translating implications into actionable insights—while partnering with SMEs and leadership to shape implementation strategies and accelerate adoption. Qualifications Education Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree preferred (i.e MS, MBA, PhD) in a scientific discipline with additional relevant experience preferred. Experience Qualifications 8 or more years of professional experience in pharmaceutical industry (Minimum 2 years in patient safety & pharmacovigilance required)Proven expertise in project management and/or business strategy requiredExperience leading cross-functional teams to drive operational efficiency and implement best practices preferred Proven track record of implementing strategic initiatives that resulted in measurable business outcomes. preferred Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applied to optimize business processes and achieve strategic objectives preferred Licenses Qualifications Certified Project Management Professional (PMP

• PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification and/or training in project managment Travel Requirements Ability to travel up to 20% of the time both domestic and international.

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$193,040.00

• USD$289,560.

00 Download Our Benefits Summary PDF Professionals Company Daiichi Sankyo Group is dedicated to the creation and supply of innovative pharmaceutical therapies to improve standards of care and address diversified, unmet medical needs of people globally by leveraging our world-class science and technology. With more than 100 years of scientific expertise and a presence in more than 20 countries, Daiichi Sankyo and its 15,000 employees around the world draw upon a rich legacy of innovation and a robust pipeline of promising new medicines to help people. In addition to a strong portfolio of medicines for cardiovascular diseases, under the Group's 2025 Vision to become a "Global Pharma Innovator with Competitive Advantage in Oncology," Daiichi Sankyo is primarily focused on providing novel therapies in oncology, as well as other research areas centered around rare diseases and immune disorders. For more information, please visit: www.daiichisankyo.com . Daiichi Sankyo, Inc., headquartered in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, is a member of the Daiichi Sankyo Group. To learn more about Daiichi Sankyo, Inc., please visit www.dsi.com .

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4568 Company info Website http://www.daiichisankyo.com/ Phone (908) 992-6400 Location 211 Mt. Airy Road Basking Ridge New Jersey 07920 United States Share this job Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Apply now Send job Apply now Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job. Get job alerts Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox. Create alert Similar jobs Associate Director

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