Business Planning & Operations (BPO) Portfolio and Capacity Analyst
AstraZenecaUk - cambridge, more...Update time: July 21,2020
Job Description

At AstraZeneca, we work together across global boundaries to make an impact and find answers to challenges. We do this with the utmost integrity even in the most difficult situations because we are committed to doing the right thing. We continuously forge partnerships that help pursue world-class medicines in new ways, combining our people’s exceptional skills with those of people from all over the globe!!

We are seeking a Business Planning and Operations Portfolio and Capacity Analyst to join a world class team in the heart of Cambridge.

Are you ready to make that step and join us to see how you can impact the lives of people living with cancer?

The Business Planning & Operations (BPO) team in Early Oncology consists of the main elements of strategic enabling support, including Chief of Staff, Portfolio and Capacity management, Business Planning & Performance management, and Communications.

The Portfolio and Capacity (P&C) team provide timely and fit for purpose analysis of the Oncology portfolio to enable more effective decision making to support optimal portfolio delivery.

The Portfolio Analyst is a member of the Portfolio and Capacity Team within Business Planning & Operations and is primarily responsible for data maintenance and analysis, contributing to the development of new analytical models to support portfolio & capacity management. The Portfolio Analyst will serve as the primary point of contact on all portfolio and capacity tools, training and processes.

Typical Accountabilities

  • Maintains data integrity & quality in portfolio demand and resource data to enable effective portfolio and capacity analytics, including (but not limited to) reconciliation of data across systems, actuals vs. planned, FTE tracking, etc.

  • Supports analysis of portfolio demand, resource capacity, and other areas of need within business performance management

  • Designs and maintains data models and visualization methods to provide effective modelling and reporting which enables robust capacity balancing discussions and decisions

  • Actively contributes to the identification and implementation of process simplification opportunities

  • Establishes effective partnerships with key stakeholders, both within and outside of Early Oncology

Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Essential

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in relevant subject area

  • Analytical and data management expertise.

  • Highly numerate, supported by strong computing skills.

  • Ability to assimilate complex information and identify key issues and messages

  • Experience of working effectively in global teams in an international environment

  • Experience of communicating complex information in both verbal and written form

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask

  • Self-starter requiring little oversight or prioritization support

  • Strong customer focus

Desirable

  • Knowledge of portfolio management processes

  • Business Strategy and Portfolio operational experience

  • Degree or equivalent experience in business and or scientific subject area.

  • Exposure to or experience of Portfolio management, analytics and modelling in a drug development environment.

  • Demonstrated experience of Portfolio management and analytics tools, including PlanIt, Capaciter, Assigner, Spotfire

If this sounds like you, don't hesitate in applying today!

Date Posted

20-Jul-2020

Closing Date

31-Jul-2020

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 industry-leading 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 non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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