Director, Oncology Business Planning Lead

AstraZeneca

Director of Oncology Business Planning at AstraZeneca leading high-impact initiatives for cancer treatment strategies. Collaborating across functions to optimize business planning and operational efficiencies.

Posted 6/10/2026full-timeGaithersburg • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $185,693 - $270,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead execution of Oncology Business Operating Model from Ph3 Investment Decisions, through market shaping, scenario planning, launch excellence and asset maximisation and late-stage lifecycle management
Own delivery of all business planning process; including Tumor Strategy Plans (TSPs), Business Strategy Plans (BSPs) and Business Operational Plans (BOPs)
Identify & drive opportunities and embed AI-enabled solutions within business planning processes
Lead the annual Indication Prioritisation refresh, partnering with Insights & Analytics to ensure robust analysis and effective communication to global, regional and market teams
Build capability development of IBT leadership and members through partnership with L&D
Enable and sustain change through proactive stakeholder management, effective communication and cross functional working
Partner with function leaders and other key stakeholders to ensure ongoing alignment of priorities & activities
Proactively identify obstacles and roadblocks; addressing complex problems and propose pragmatic, value‑adding solutions
Drive continuous improvement of current ways of working by simplifying processes, enhancing efficiency, and reducing operational complexity
Engage regularly with Global, Regional and Market stakeholders to align execution and accelerate impact

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
5+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical or related business
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Global, Regional, or pharmaceutical marketing company Commercial business roles, preference for marketing experience
Demonstrated understanding of end-to-end commercialization process (from late-stage clinical development to life cycle management) at both global and in-market levels.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across functions and teams in complex environments.
Proven experience leading simplification initiatives and driving successful business or organizational change.
Proven ability to drive operational effectiveness or efficiency of teams through structured planning or process optimization and operating model enhancements.
Ability to anticipate emerging needs, think strategically, design & deliver innovative, high- impactful solutions.
Experience building and enabling cross‑functional, team‑based ways of working while establishing credibility and trust across the organization
Strong project management experience, including planning, execution, and stakeholder management in a matrix environment
Experience in a fast-paced high-growth environment
Demonstrated ability to influence outcomes without direct authority

Benefits

Comp & perks

qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]
paid vacation and holidays
paid leaves
health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans

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Hard Skills & Tools

business planningTumor Strategy PlansBusiness Strategy PlansBusiness Operational PlansAI-enabled solutionscommercialization processprocess optimizationoperating model enhancementsproject managementstakeholder management

Soft Skills

collaborationchange managementproblem-solvingstrategic thinkinginnovationcross-functional teamworkcredibilitytrust-buildingcommunicationinfluencing outcomes

Certifications

Bachelor's degree