Director, Strategy & Commercial Operations

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Director, Strategy & Commercial Operations

The Director, Strategy & Commercial Operations is a key leadership role responsible for driving strategic initiatives, enhancing commercial effectiveness, and supporting business growth through data-driven insights and cross-functional collaboration. This individual will lead high-impact projects, oversee strategic communications, and advance commercial excellence across the organization. The role requires strong project management expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Strategic Leadership & Execution

·         Lead the development and execution of strategic initiatives aligned with organizational objectives

·         Drive and manage large, cross-functional projects that enhance commercial performance and operational efficiency

·         Partner with senior leadership to translate business priorities into actionable plans

Commercial Operations & Excellence

·         Elevate commercial excellence through process optimization, best practices, and performance frameworks

·         Provide actionable market intelligence, including competitive analysis, industry trends, and customer insights

·         Support sales and commercial teams with data-driven recommendations to improve outcomes

Strategic Communications

·         Develop and manage internal and external commercial communications to ensure alignment and clarity

·         Create executive-level presentations, reports, and messaging for key stakeholders

·         Lead communication strategies for major initiatives, ensuring consistent and impactful messaging

Project & Program Management

·         Oversee end-to-end program management for high-priority initiatives

·         Establish timelines, milestones, and deliverables while ensuring successful execution

·         Drive accountability across teams and proactively manage risks and dependencies

Culture & Engagement

·         Lead and implement culture initiatives that reinforce organizational values and employee engagement

·         Plan and execute offsite meetings, leadership forums, and company town halls

·         Partner with HR and leadership to promote a high-performance, collaborative culture

Key Attributes

·         Results-driven with a high level of ownership and accountability

·         Collaborative leader with strong interpersonal skills

·         Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

·         High degree of business acumen and attention to detail

This Job Description is intended to present the general content and requirements for the performance of this position. The description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Managers and supervisors may assign other responsibilities as needed.

Skills/Qualifications/Education: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 15+ years of relevant experience, preferably within the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry, education can be used as an equivalent
• Prior experience in sales or commercial roles strongly preferred
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities
• Proven experience leading large-scale, cross-functional projects
• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment
• Deep understanding of commercial operations and market dynamics
• Strong project management skills required; Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification preferred

Depending on the area of assignment, directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements.  Example: If a job level requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years of experience, an equivalency could include 8 years of experience, an Associate’s degree with 6 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 2 years of experience.

Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. Frequently sits for 6-8 hours per day. Frequent hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.  Frequently walks. Occasionally bends and twists neck.  Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 25lbs. Frequently drives to site locations and frequently travels within the United States.  Able to communicate complex information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Frequently interacts with others, relates sensitive information to diverse groups. Ability to apply abstract principles to solve complex conceptual issues. Performs a wide range of complex tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence.

Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:

Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active, nonexpired, Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally, agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.  We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws.

Location: NORTH AMERICA : USA : NC-RTP:USNC0001 - RTP NC-Headquarters 

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