Medical Strategy Innovation & Performance Head

Job description

To strengthen the JMA（Japan Medical Affairs） and adapt to and transform for upcoming new product lines, we are seeking a candidate who can lead innovation and performance and leverage digital initiatives. This position aims to maximize the outcomes and capabilities of the JMA as a priority country of the CPO（Chief Patient Officer）organization, closely collaborating with global, regional and Japan strategies, and being responsible for the innovation and execution of medical strategies.

Key responsibilities

Team Leadership & Matrix Management 

• Provide leadership and mentorship to the medical team as JMALT, including second-line managers within a complex, matrixed organization. 
• Foster a high-performance, collaborative culture while ensuring team alignment with the broader vision and goals. 
• Support capability building, career development, and succession planning to elevate leadership across levels. 

Change & Transformation Leadership 

• Lead change initiatives across medical functions, driving new systems, structures, and ways of working. 
• Implement comprehensive change management plans, including stakeholder engagement and communication strategies. 
• Promote adaptability, clarity, and stability during periods of transformation in a dynamic, cross-functional environment. 

Strategic Value Maximization with Launch & Governance Excellence 

• Serve as the secretariat for Japan strategy reviews and Medical/GAMA pre-approval activities to ensure asset value is maximized and governance is robust in the pre-approval phase. 
• Drive launch readiness initiatives with an enterprise mindset, ensuring optimal preparation and flawless execution. 
• Ensure timely coordination, preparation, and documentation of key decision-making processes and strategic reviews. 

Medical Governance & Strategic Oversight 

• Ensure proactive and effective medical governance aligned with GSK global/regional standards and local regulations. 
• Implement risk management procedures that safeguard medical operations while linking governance to strategic priorities. 
• Act as a bridge between governance models and asset-level decision-making. 

Medical Project Management & Data Generation 

• Oversee execution and delivery of medical projects through the Japan Medical Affairs Team (JMT), ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and timelines. 
• Develop robust project management frameworks and lead the secretariat function of the Data Generation Forum to support resource allocation across Medical, RWE, and R&D. 

Digital Enablement & Information Strategy 

• Drive adoption of digital platforms and tools that enhance medical capabilities and decision-making. 
• Promote a culture of digital innovation and process improvement. 
• Oversee outsourcing strategies and vendor partnerships for medical information management, ensuring high quality and operational efficiency. 

Performance & Capability Management 

• Establish performance frameworks to drive continuous improvement across key medical functions. 
• Utilize KPIs and data analytics to track and evaluate team and departmental performance, including JMA IPTc. 
• Collaborate with global medical training teams to address capability gaps and elevate functional excellence. 

Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in medical affairs, portfolio strategy, product launch management, or a related field within the pharmaceutical industry 

• Proven leadership experience in complex matrixed organizations, including second-line management of multiple reporting units, with a demonstrated ability to align priorities, drive cross-functional initiatives, and collaborate across departments and geographies. 

• Demonstrated success in facilitating strategic discussions and managing end-to-end launch strategies. 

• Broad experience across project management, development, and medical domains. 
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels in both English and Japanese 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Life Sciences, or a related field is required. 
• An advanced degree (MBA, MSc, MD or Ph.D.) is preferred. 
• Business transformation and Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus. 

Selection Process: 

書類選考 - 人事面談 - 部門面接2-3回

就業場所：グラクソ・スミスクライン株式会社

107-0052 東京都港区赤坂1-8-1赤坂インターシティＡＩＲ

最寄り駅：東京メトロ　溜池山王

就業時間：9：00～17：45（休憩1時間)

１日の標準労働時間：7時間45分

リモートワーク：可。週３日以上は出社が必要

社宅：適用なし

休日：完全週休2日制（土、日）、祝日、年末年始、5月1日、四季休暇（５日）,出産休暇、通院休暇、子の看護休暇、学校行事休暇、介護休暇、公傷休暇ほか

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