Head of Diagnostics Strategy

About This Role

This role is responsible for developing the Diagnostics divisional strategy in close partnership with the Business Areas and Global Functions. It involves working closely with the Head of Strategy & Partnering, the divisional CEO, the Diagnostics Leadership Team, and multiple executive stakeholders across the Roche Group. The job holder will define, develop, and evolve the longer-range strategy for Diagnostics to realize the Diagnostics Vision.

Responsibilities

• Define, develop, and evolve the longer-range strategy for Diagnostics to realize the Diagnostics Vision together with key stakeholders and functions across the Roche Group
• Own the development of Diagnostics divisional priorities and operating model on behalf of the Division and drive the strategic planning process for the division
• Architect and lead divisional strategic initiatives and associated planning processes
• Lead and nurture a diverse team of impactful strategy experts to shape and enable the Diagnostics division to successfully grow its market-leading position and deliver innovative solutions for unmet medical needs
• Coach and enable your team of strategy experts, attracting, developing, and promoting talent across the Roche Group

Requirements

• Extensive multidisciplinary work experience in the diagnostics/pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry
• Veritable business experience in the healthcare industry, preferably in the Pharma or Diagnostics sector
• Post-graduate degree in finance, business, or life sciences disciplines (MBA preferred)
• Profound track-record in corporate strategy development
• A technical or scientific background and experience in Strategy Consulting is an advantage
• Experience with leading large-scale business planning processes, including the development and implementation of goals and metrics
• Deep capability in structuring complex projects and setting them up for rapid and successful execution
• Excellent interpersonal skills and executive presence, including experience in influencing and consulting executive leaders
• International or global experience as an inspiring people leader and people developer in a multicultural environment
• Ability to work effectively in a matrix environment, across numerous geographies, cultures, and time zones

About the Company

At Roche, the company is passionate about transforming patients’ lives and is committed to scientific rigor, unassailable ethics, and access to medical innovations for all. The Diagnostics Strategy & Partnering organization defines and implements the Diagnostics strategy, accelerating innovation through partnerships to expand the portfolio and deliver on the strategy.