Job ID R-225457 Date posted 06/10/2025 Job Title: Assistant Manager - Strategy & Business Performance Career Level - D1 Introduction to role Are you ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment? As an Assistant Manager in Strategy & Business Performance, you will play a crucial role in providing insightful analysis that aligns strategic objectives with key performance indicators. Your work will highlight risks and opportunities, driving greater strategic alignment across the business. Join us and be part of a team that is essential to AstraZeneca's growth. Accountabilities Support assessment of all aspects of business performance in the functional area: create and design dashboards, evaluate metrics and outputs, and report on business performance. Support the functional area’s scorecard, ensuring alignment with the wider IT reporting frameworks. Manage complex data collation across activities and from multiple sources to enable regular scorecard production. Champion and support team scorecard production and metrics-based business performance improvement within teams across the business area. Ideate, build, and implement new service lines within the business performance team for the core business to operate smoothly and efficiently. Understand and measure key business indicators such as productivity, net utilization, efficiency, etc., across various teams. Conduct data collection, interpretation, and visualization across various performance-related metrics in a timely manner. Diligently work on maintaining and being responsible for certain internally auditable functions. Interact with the management team and appraise them of the site’s performance and auditable functions. Be open to taking up additional responsibilities and working in other areas like L&D and BCP (shoulder running site-level BCP activities). Essential Skills/Experience 6-7 years of relevant experience in business performance or related role Strong skills on Microsoft Office Strong analytical background Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with strong leadership focus and attention to detail. Ability to interpret and communicate technical information into business language 2 years hands-on experience with BI tools with excellent knowledge of PowerBI Excellent business presentation skills Desirable Skills/Experience ITIL Foundation Experience creating and publishing periodic scorecard metrics/risk indicators Working knowledge of analysis tools (e.g., R, Predictive Workbench, Python) Experience in working with vendors and contractors Minimum Bachelor's degree is essential; Master's degree will be preferred Preferable industry experience in IT Services, Technology Centers, or Consulting 6-7 years relevant experience in a similar role When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace, and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world. At AstraZeneca, you'll be part of a global network where your expertise is valued and your contributions are recognized. We thrive on innovation and collaboration, constantly seeking new ways to influence and support our business. Our commitment to growth and development ensures that you will have opportunities to expand your skills and make a meaningful impact. With a focus on patient care, societal contribution, and environmental responsibility, your work here will truly matter. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now to join our team and help shape the future of AstraZeneca! 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. Assistant Manager - Strategy & Business Performance Posted date Jun. 10, 2025 Contract type Full time Job ID R-225457 APPLY NOW Why choose AstraZeneca India? Help push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. After 45 years in India, we’re continuing to secure a future where everyone can access affordable, sustainable, innovative healthcare. The part you play in our business will be challenging, yet rewarding, requiring you to use your resilient, collaborative and diplomatic skillsets to make connections. The majority of your work will be field based, and will require you to be highly-organised, planning your monthly schedule, attending meetings and calls, as well as writing up reports. Who do we look for? Calling all tech innovators, ownership takers, challenge seekers and proactive collaborators. At AstraZeneca, breakthroughs born in the lab become transformative medicine for the world's most complex diseases. We empower people like you to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention, and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. You'll embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. Here, diverse minds and bold disruptors can meaningfully impact the future of healthcare using cutting-edge technology. Whether you join us in Bengaluru or Chennai, you can make a tangible impact within a global biopharmaceutical company that invests in your future. Join a talented global team that's powering AstraZeneca to better serve patients every day. Success Profile Ready to make an impact in your career? If you're passionate, growth-orientated and a true team player, we'll help you succeed. Here are some of the skills and capabilities we look for. 0% Tech innovators Make a greater impact through our digitally enabled enterprise. Use your skills in data and technology to transform and optimise our operations, helping us deliver meaningful work that changes lives. 0% Ownership takers If you're a self-aware self-starter who craves autonomy, AstraZeneca provides the perfect environment to take ownership and grow. Here, you'll feel empowered to lead and reach excellence at every level — with unrivalled support when you need it. 0% Challenge seekers Adapting and advancing our progress means constantly challenging the status quo. In this dynamic environment where everything we do has urgency and focus, you'll have the ability to show up, speak up and confidently take smart risks. 0% Proactive collaborators Your unique perspectives make our ambitions and capabilities possible. Our culture of sharing ideas, learning and improving together helps us consistently set the bar higher. As a proactive collaborator, you'll seek out ways to bring people together to achieve their best. Responsibilities Job ID R-225457 Date posted 06/10/2025 Job Title: Assistant Manager - Strategy & Business Performance Career Level - D1 Introduction to role Are you ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment? As an Assistant Manager in Strategy & Business Performance, you will play a crucial role in providing insightful analysis that aligns strategic objectives with key performance indicators. Your work will highlight risks and opportunities, driving greater strategic alignment across the business. Join us and be part of a team that is essential to AstraZeneca's growth. Accountabilities Support assessment of all aspects of business performance in the functional area: create and design dashboards, evaluate metrics and outputs, and report on business performance. Support the functional area’s scorecard, ensuring alignment with the wider IT reporting frameworks. Manage complex data collation across activities and from multiple sources to enable regular scorecard production. Champion and support team scorecard production and metrics-based business performance improvement within teams across the business area. Ideate, build, and implement new service lines within the business performance team for the core business to operate smoothly and efficiently. Understand and measure key business indicators such as productivity, net utilization, efficiency, etc., across various teams. Conduct data collection, interpretation, and visualization across various performance-related metrics in a timely manner. Diligently work on maintaining and being responsible for certain internally auditable functions. Interact with the management team and appraise them of the site’s performance and auditable functions. Be open to taking up additional responsibilities and working in other areas like L&D and BCP (shoulder running site-level BCP activities). Essential Skills/Experience 6-7 years of relevant experience in business performance or related role Strong skills on Microsoft Office Strong analytical background Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with strong leadership focus and attention to detail. Ability to interpret and communicate technical information into business language 2 years hands-on experience with BI tools with excellent knowledge of PowerBI Excellent business presentation skills Desirable Skills/Experience ITIL Foundation Experience creating and publishing periodic scorecard metrics/risk indicators Working knowledge of analysis tools (e.g., R, Predictive Workbench, Python) Experience in working with vendors and contractors Minimum Bachelor's degree is essential; Master's degree will be preferred Preferable industry experience in IT Services, Technology Centers, or Consulting 6-7 years relevant experience in a similar role When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace, and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world. At AstraZeneca, you'll be part of a global network where your expertise is valued and your contributions are recognized. We thrive on innovation and collaboration, constantly seeking new ways to influence and support our business. Our commitment to growth and development ensures that you will have opportunities to expand your skills and make a meaningful impact. With a focus on patient care, societal contribution, and environmental responsibility, your work here will truly matter. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now to join our team and help shape the future of AstraZeneca! 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. APPLY NOW Explore the local area Take a look at the map to see what’s nearby. Reasons to Join Thomas Mathisen Sales Representative Oslo, Norway Christine Recchio Sales Representative California, United States Stephanie Ling Sales Representative Petaling Jaya, Malaysia What we offer We're driven by our shared values of serving people, society and the planet. Our people make this possible, which is why we prioritise diversity, safety, empowerment and collaboration. Discover what a career at AstraZeneca could mean for you. Lifelong learning Our development opportunities are second to none. You'll have the chance to grow your abilities, skills and knowledge constantly as you accelerate your career. From leadership projects and constructive coaching to overseas talent exchanges and global collaboration programmes, you'll never stand still. Autonomy and reward Experience the power of shaping your career how you want to. We are a high-performing learning organisation with autonomy over how we learn. Make big decisions, learn from your mistakes and continue growing — with performance-based rewards as part of the package. Health and wellbeing An energised work environment is only possible when our people have a healthy work-life balance and are supported for their individual needs. That's why we have a dedicated team to ensure your physical, financial and psychological wellbeing is a top priority. Inclusion and diversity Diversity and inclusion are embedded in everything we do. We're at our best and most creative when drawing on our different views, experiences and strengths. That's why we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive in a culture of respect, collaboration and innovation.
