Sr. Manager, Strategic Planning

Job Description

Role Purpose

The Strategy Manager will serve as a core strategic intelligence & insight partner, providing senior leadership with real-time strategic insights to inform long-term strategic direction, expand near-term decision options, and shape company China strategy.

This role will build a holistic view on China macro dynamics, global perspectives on China market, China pharmaceutical market dynamics, competitive intelligence, monitoring these trends and translating into clear strategic implications, options, and recommendations for China.

Key Responsibilities

China Macro Dynamics & Global Perspectives on China market

Monitor China macro dynamics, and identify potential opportunities and risks for China

China Pharmaceutical Industry & Long‑Term Strategy Insight

Track and analyze China Pharmaceutical Industry trends, develop a holistic, forward‑looking view in close partnership with cross-functional teams

Synthesize disparate signals into clear strategic narratives

Competitive & Peer Intelligence (MNC and Local)

Monitor strategic movements of leading pharmaceutical/biotech players

Translate competitor activity into actionable strategic implications, risks, and opportunities for China

Financial Performance & Market Signal Tracking

Analyze annual and quarterly performance results

Communicate concise insights on implications to China

Group‑Level Strategy Synthesis & Leadership Engagement

Integrate insights across macro trends, industry dynamics, competitor intelligence into a coherent strategic view

Act as a trusted thought partner to leadership on evolving strategic topics

Qualifications

Advanced degree in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, or related field; MBA or equivalent business training preferred

6–10+ years of experience in pharma strategy, consulting, corporate strategy, or commercial excellence

Strong understanding of China pharma market dynamics and MNC operating models

Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information into clear executive insights

Critical Capabilities

Strong strategic thinking with external orientation

Excellent written and verbal executive communication

Solid analytic ability to connect commercial, financial, and industry signals

High learning agility and comfort with ambiguity

Intellectual curiosity and strategic insight

Hands-on, proactive, and execution-oriented mindset

Required Skills:
Adaptability, Agile Project Management, Business Planning, Collaborative Leadership, Data-Driven Decision Making, Industry Trend Analysis, Market Research, Pharmaceutical Market, Portfolio Management, Project Management, Resource Allocation, Risk Management, Strategic Analysis, Strategic Planning, Strategic Thinking

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:
Regular

Relocation:
No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:
No

Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable

Shift:
Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:
No

Hazardous Material(s):
n/a

Job Posting End Date:
10/31/2026
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Requisition ID:R415820