Director of Workforce Management and Capacity Planning
Datavant
Managing director job in Topeka, KS
Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right format. Our platform is powered by the largest, most diverse health data network in the U.S., enabling data to be secure, accessible and usable to inform better health decisions. Datavant is trusted by the world's leading life sciences companies, government agencies, and those who deliver and pay for care.
By joining Datavant today, you're stepping onto a high-performing, values-driven team. Together, we're rising to the challenge of tackling some of healthcare's most complex problems with technology-forward solutions. Datavanters bring a diversity of professional, educational and life experiences to realize our bold vision for healthcare.
The Director of Workforce Management, Forecast Planning & Capacity will provide strategic leadership and long-term planning for all Payer WFM programs supporting multi-site, multi-channel and Global contact center operations. This leader will own the end-to-end forecasting, capacity planning, scheduling strategy, and workforce technology ecosystem to ensure the organization can meet service, efficiency, and growth objectives.
The Director will oversee a high-performing team of leaders, analysts, and system SMEs responsible for developing proactive staffing models, building scalable workforce processes, and operationalizing automated and dynamic plans across phone, digital, and outsourced channels. This role will partner closely with Operations, Finance, HR, Technology, Inventory Management, and senior leadership to align workforce strategies to business goals, emerging customer demand, and evolving contact center capabilities.
**You will:**
_Strategic Leadership & Workforce Planning_
+ Develop the enterprise workforce management vision, strategy, and operating model for forecasting, staffing, capacity planning, scheduling, and intraday management across all channels.
+ Create dynamic capacity models incorporating growth projections, seasonal and cyclical patterns, product roadmap changes, financial targets and personnel types for all retrieval methods.
+ Lead long-range forecasting development that leverages predictive analytics, advanced modeling, and scenario planning to support budget planning and operational readiness.Build dynamic staffing frameworks that respond to real-time volume trends and inventory shifts, enabling proactive decision-making and rapid load balancing.
_Operational Excellence & Technology Ownership_
+ Oversee the governance, optimization, and roadmap of WFM technology systems, including forecasting engines, scheduling platforms, outbound dialers, and real-time management tools.
+ Drive automation initiatives that reduce manual effort, streamline capacity workflows, and increase forecasting accuracy (e.g., machine learning-enabled models, automated campaign pacing, real-time dynamic intraday tools).
_Business Partnership & Cross-Functional Alignment_
+ Collaborate with Operations and Inventory leaders to align staffing strategies to operational needs, inventory flows, and priority work drivers.
+ Partner with Finance, Operations and HR to ensure workforce plans and staffing models align with budget expectations, headcount targets, and ROI frameworks.
+ Present workforce forecasts, business cases, and performance narratives to executive leadership, translating data into clear, actionable insights for decision-makers.
_Team Leadership & Development_
+ Lead, mentor, and develop a team of managers, supervisors, analysts, and system administrators responsible for forecasting, planning, scheduling, intraday actions, and telephony operations.Establish performance standards, KPIs, and continuous improvement programs across the WFM organization.
+ Create a culture of operational excellence, cross-training, and analytical rigor while ensuring succession planning and skill development across the team.
_Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement_
+ Oversee enterprise reporting of forecast accuracy, staffing adherence, capacity utilization, dialer performance, and service delivery metrics.
+ Identify gaps in performance, workflow inefficiencies, and control weaknesses while leading strategic initiatives to close those gaps.
+ Optimize vendor/BPO partner models, including capacity plans, performance SLAs, and volume allocation strategies.
_Risk, Compliance & Governance_
+ Ensure all outbound dialing activities and workforce processes comply with regulatory requirements, risk controls, and documented procedures.Partner with business stakeholders and risk teams to maintain accurate control inventories, workflows, and monitoring routines that support consistent internal and external control testing.
**What you will bring to the table:**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Business, Operations, Analytics, or related field (Master's preferred), or equivalent experience.
+ 10-12+ years of progressive Workforce Management experience, including forecasting, capacity planning, scheduling, and real-time management in a multi-channel contact center environment.
+ 5+ years of leadership experience managing large, multi-layered WFM teams (managers, analysts, supervisors, administrators).
+ Demonstrated expertise in Director-level strategic planning, including enterprise forecasting models, long-range capacity planning, budget alignment, and scenario modeling.
+ Advanced analytical capability, including experience developing automated forecasting models, predictive analytics, or machine learning-supported planning tools.
+ Proven experience overseeing large-scale telephony and outbound dialing platforms (NICE/CXOne, RingCentral, Genesys, or equivalent), including campaign strategy and system performance optimization.Strong knowledge of WFM platforms, telephony routing systems, and dialer technologies, with a focus on automation and scalability.
+ Exceptional business acumen, with the ability to translate data insights into strategic recommendations for senior executives.
+ Strong understanding of complex inventory management and how inventory flows impact capacity demand, dialing strategy, and operational performance.
+ Advanced proficiency in SQL, analytics tools (PowerBI, Tableau), and Excel, with the ability to build and direct analytical frameworks.
+ Experience working with outsourced contact centers, including staffing governance, productivity metrics, and performance management.
+ Deep knowledge of call center KPIs, workforce optimization methods, and operational workflows.
+ Outstanding communication abilities, with experience presenting to executives, leading cross-functional workstreams, and influencing strategic decisions.
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We are committed to building a diverse team of Datavanters who are all responsible for stewarding a high-performance culture in which all Datavanters belong and thrive. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
At Datavant our total rewards strategy powers a high-growth, high-performance, health technology company that rewards our employees for transforming health care through creating industry-defining data logistics products and services.
The range posted is for a given job title, which can include multiple levels. Individual rates for the same job title may differ based on their level, responsibilities, skills, and experience for a specific job. This role is eligible for additional variable compensation.
The estimated base salary range (not including variable pay) for this role is:
$167,000-$208,000 USD
To ensure the safety of patients and staff, many of our clients require post-offer health screenings and proof and/or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID-19, etc. Any requests to be exempted from these requirements will be reviewed by Datavant Human Resources and determined on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the state in which you will be working, exemptions may be available on the basis of disability, medical contraindications to the vaccine or any of its components, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, and/or religion.
This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship.
Datavant is committed to a work environment free from job discrimination. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. To learn more about our commitment, please review our EEO Commitment Statement here (************************************************** . Know Your Rights (*********************************************************************** , explore the resources available through the EEOC for more information regarding your legal rights and protections. In addition, Datavant does not and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay.
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$167k-208k yearly 14d ago
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VP & Medical Director
Travelers Insurance Company 4.4
Managing director job in Topeka, KS
**Who Are We?** Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it.
**Job Category**
Claim
**Compensation Overview**
The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.
**Salary Range**
$262,900.00 - $404,200.00
**Target Openings**
1
**What Is the Opportunity?**
Lead the strategy and operations of Travelers Claim Medical initiatives focusing on how developments in the broader medical environment impact Property & Casualty product lines. This role will serve as a thought leader and help develop the following critical areas for Travelers: Develop strategies and direction to advance Travelers medical capabilities to keep Travelers at the leading edge of the P&C industry. Develop medical management strategies that help injured employees return to work as soon as medically appropriate. Ensure Travelers is prepared to incorporate new and emerging medical technology and practices into its strategies, practices and workflow where appropriate. Conduct research and analysis related to medical and healthcare trends. This includes the physical and psychological influences which can impact claim outcomes. Organize and coordinate Travelers' medical review functions. This includes interpreting Federal and State regulations and medical guidelines to establish medical review policies. Works in close collaboration with the Claim leaders and in partnership with other Medical and Pharmacy professionals.
**What Will You Do?**
+ Provide overall program leadership as the organization's lead physician. Serve as the key enabler and facilitator for the Travelers medical strategies and represent the Travelers brand both internally and externally.
+ This position will oversee the following key areas:
+ Medical Claim Product Research, Strategy and Innovation:
+ Design and direct innovative, outcome focused strategies and business plans for medical related product development and enhancements. Strategies may influence design, marketing, best practices, system development, vendor management, policies and procedures and response to legislative and regulatory issues.
+ Conduct industry research and analysis related to medical, healthcare and group health trends and practices to keep Travelers at the leading edge of the P&C industry.
+ Partner with stakeholders to develop and design projects and proofs of concept to improve business results.
+ Stay connected to industry and relevant external bodies/associations to assess trends and coordinate Travelers medical position as appropriate.
+ Inform Product and Underwriting insights as appropriate to anticipate, respond to and manage trends.
+ Attend external forums representing Travelers. Function as a liaison and professional relations contact on a local and national level.
+ May provide input and support medical vendor strategies including vendor selection, negotiation and contracting.
+ Medical Direction and Oversight:
+ Participate in the design and development of organizational design and workflows that ensure effective implementation of medical strategies.
+ Oversee engagement of Regional Medical Directors, Medical Consortiums and other medical resources as appropriate. Train and evaluate physician and non-physician medical review personnel and activities.
+ Stay apprised of changes in medical technology and adjust review organizational design and workflows functions accordingly.
+ Interpret regulations, statutes and guidelines to establish medical policies as necessary.
+ Provide input into the investigation of new technology and the application for improving business process and increasing productivity.
+ Claim Practices & Support:
+ Provide Medical guidance, support and direction as needed to the Claim Field organization.
+ Provide input into to claim practices, marketing strategy and customer services as appropriate to anticipate, respond to and manage medical trends.
+ Partner with key stakeholders to assist in the review and monitoring of financial and qualitative operating results related to medical. Share accountability with business partners to achieve and sustain quality results.
+ Partner with other medical and pharmacy experts on the development and design of training strategies, programs and curriculum.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
**What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?**
+ Understanding of healthcare systems including Hospital Services, Pharmacy and Group Health insurance
+ Strong background in Occupational Medicine
+ Background in pain management or orthopedics a plus
+ Understanding of the psychological factors in achieving optimal medical outcomes a plus
+ Experience leading major projects or transformational initiatives from inception through implementation
+ Management experience preferred
+ Proven ability to work in a team environment and collaborate on innovative projects
+ Demonstrated thought leadership
+ Strong research and project management skills
+ Ability to analyze business problems thoughtfully and draw conclusions in uncertain situations
+ Ability to communicate complex issues and connect with all levels of the organization
+ Direct and/or indirect leadership skills
+ Financial management and analysis skills
**What is a Must Have?**
+ Licensed MD
+ 5 years clinical and utilization management experience
+ Certified by the American Board of Medical Specialties
**What Is in It for You?**
+ **Health Insurance** : Employees and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners, and children - are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
+ **Retirement:** Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
+ **Paid Time Off:** Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
+ **Wellness Program:** The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
+ **Volunteer Encouragement:** We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.
**Employment Practices**
Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences.
In accordance with local law, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions.
If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email (*******************) so we may assist you.
Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.
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$262.9k-404.2k yearly 60d+ ago
Market VP, Provider Contracting
Centerwell
Managing director job in Topeka, KS
**Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first** The Associate Vice President of Home Health Provider Contracting will lead a focused team responsible for negotiating and managing reimbursement agreements with managed care organizations and health plans across Commercial, Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and other payer lines of business. This leader will set payment targets, define payer strategy, and operationalize core contracting principles and metrics for the home health business-progressing beyond fee-for-service toward value-based care and innovative payment models (e.g., shared savings, episodic models, capitation, pay-for-performance). The role requires deep experience in payer or managed care contracting and the ability to translate contract terms into financial, clinical, and operational performance. Home health or post-acute experience is preferred but not required.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Oversee payer negotiations end-to-end for home health services: develop strategy, serve as chief negotiator, and secure favorable rates and terms across commercial, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid contracts, including fee-for-service, episodic, and value-based agreements.
+ Set annual payment targets and portfolio strategy: define price/volume goals, prioritize payer opportunities, and construct multi-year contracting roadmaps to grow margin and access.
+ Own contract economics and analytics: oversee financial modeling, valuation, scenario analyses, and pro formas to inform deal strategy and renewals.
+ Advance value-based contracting: design and implement models such as shared savings, bundled/episodic payments, pay-for-performance, and new service models aligned to home-based care.
+ Build payer relationships and multi-payer alignment: establish executive-level relationships with plan counterparts; align on quality measures, reporting, and health equity standards to reduce administrative burden and improve outcomes.
+ Translate contracts into operations: partner with Revenue Cycle, Finance, Clinical, and Operations to implement terms (authorization, billing rules, payment integrity), monitor payer performance, and resolve disputes.
+ Work closely with Compliance and Legal: manage the papering, review, and signature process for all payer agreements; ensure timely execution, adherence to regulatory requirements, and proper documentation of amendments and renewals.
+ Develop internal contracting discipline: ensure timely document execution, renewals, amendments, and partner with credentialing as applicable.
+ Oversee payer performance metrics: track payer scorecards (rates, denials, underpayments, turnaround times), VBC metrics (readmissions, utilization, home health quality measures), and overall portfolio results.
+ Mentor and develop the team: coach contracting and managed care team members in negotiation tactics, modeling, compliance, and payer relationship management; foster a culture of transparency and results.
+ Ensure compliance and risk management: coordinate with legal on contract language, regulatory updates, and accreditation requirements; monitor adherence to CMS and payer policies.
**Company Overview**
CenterWell, a Humana company, creates experiences that put patients at the center. As the nation's largest provider of senior-focused primary care, one of the largest providers of home health services, and fourth largest pharmacy benefit manager, CenterWell is focused on whole-person health by addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. As part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), CenterWell offers stability, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities to grow yourself and your career. We proudly employ more than 30,000 clinicians who are committed to putting health first - for our teammates, patients, communities and company. By providing flexible scheduling options, clinical certifications, leadership development programs and career coaching, we allow employees to invest in their personal and professional well-being, all from day one.
The Home Solutions business segment is comprised of two major brands - CenterWell Home Health (CWHH) and OneHome (OH) with ~11,000 associates dispersed across more than 350 locations nationwide.
About CenterWell Home Health: CWHH specializes in personalized, comprehensive home care for patients managing a chronic condition or recovering from injury, illness, surgery or hospitalization. Our care teams include nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers - all working together to help patients rehabilitate, recover and regain their independence so they can live healthier and happier lives.
About OneHome: OH coordinates a full range of post-acute care ranging from home health, infusion therapy and durable medical equipment services at patients' homes. OneHome's patient focused model creates one integrated point of accountability that coordinates with physicians, hospitals and health plans serving more than one million health plan members nationwide. OH was acquired by Humana in 2021 to advance value-based care. Our culture is inclusive, diverse, and above all, caring. It is important to us that our employees are engaged, supported and fairly treated. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to ensure the health and financial well-being of you and your family
**Use your skills to make an impact**
**Key Candidate Qualifications**
+ Required: 7+ years in payer or managed care contracting on the provider or plan side, including direct negotiation of reimbursement rates and contract terms; leadership experience managing a contracting team.
+ Preferred: Experience in a multi-market or matrixed organization in home health, post-acute, or similar home-based services.
+ Demonstrated expertise in value-based care, with hands-on design/implementation of alternative payment models (shared savings, bundles, pay-for-quality, capitation/PMPM), and familiarity with CMS value-based programs.
+ Strong financial acumen: advanced proficiency in contract valuation, pricing analytics, and risk modeling; ability to translate clinical performance to economics and operational impacts.
+ Relationship and influence skills: proven ability to build executive-level partnerships with health plans and internal leaders (Finance, Clinical, Ops, Revenue Cycle) to achieve contracting goals.
+ Ability to translate contract performance into actionable insights for leadership.
+ Education: Bachelor's degree required (Health Administration, Business, Finance, or related); Master's preferred (MBA/MHA).
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
**Scheduled Weekly Hours**
40
**Pay Range**
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$184,800 - $254,100 per year
**Description of Benefits**
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
Application Deadline: 03-26-2026
**About us**
About CenterWell Home Health: CenterWell Home Health specializes in personalized, comprehensive home care for patients managing a chronic condition or recovering from injury, illness, surgery or hospitalization. Our care teams include nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers - all working together to help patients rehabilitate, recover and regain their independence so they can live healthier and happier lives.
About CenterWell, a Humana company: CenterWell creates experiences that put patients at the center. As the nation's largest provider of senior-focused primary care, one of the largest providers of home health services, and fourth largest pharmacy benefit manager, CenterWell is focused on whole-person health by addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. As part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), CenterWell offers stability, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities to grow yourself and your career. We proudly employ more than 30,000 clinicians who are committed to putting health first - for our teammates, patients, communities and company. By providing flexible scheduling options, clinical certifications, leadership development programs and career coaching, we allow employees to invest in their personal and professional well-being, all from day one.
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Centerwell, a wholly owned subsidiary of Humana, complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. We also provide free language interpreter services. See our full accessibility rights information and language options *************************************************************
$184.8k-254.1k yearly 4d ago
Vice President, Solution Architecture
Govcio
Managing director job in Topeka, KS
GovCIO is currently hiring for an experienced growth leader to serve as a VP of Solution Architecture within our Growth Enablement Team. This position will be afully remoteposition. **Responsibilities** The role of VP of Solution Architecture is part subject matter expert, part artist, part technologist, and part business analyst. In this role, the individual will:
+ Serve as a member of the opportunity leadership team and partner with Capture Managers to hone win strategies and articulate the 'why us' story
+ Partner with technical and customer domain SMEs to lead solutioning activities, resulting in differentiated, well-articulated solutions that address customer pain points
+ Architect the solicitation response design based on story and solicitation requirements
+ Conceptualize key proposal graphics
+ Iteratively review content and coach authors during the proposal phase
+ Promote the application of proposal best practices
Key characteristics of a successful candidate include:
+ Ability to work with a team or alone
+ Ability to absorb and respond to critique
+ Intellectual curiosity
+ Desire to see a project through to the end
+ Tolerance for unique perspectives - ability to combine them and make a product better
+ Humility and the ability to understand that your idea is not always the best idea
+ Ability to put ego aside in the interest of a better outcome
**Qualifications**
The Vice President of Solution Architecture should have substantive experience serving in leadership roles on Federal IT proposals, with prior experience serving as a technical solution architect, capture manager, or proposal manager. The Vice President of Solution Architecture should possess the following qualities:
**Required Skills and Experience:**
+ Bachelor's with 15+ years (or commensurate experience).
+ Demonstrated experience in one or more IT functional areas, complemented by significant involvement in competitive Federal proposals
+ The sense of urgency and critical thinking required to succeed in a demanding environment where high-quality, winning proposals are the expectation
+ A working understanding of the Federal procurement process, including the FAR, contracting vehicles, and the nuances of Federal contracting
+ An interest in collaborating and leading, working with a broad range of talented people (e.g., executives, technologists, industry specialists, graphics artists, writers, and consultants) to achieve a common operational understanding and solution
+ The willingness to learn what's critical for an opportunity, conducting external research on technologies, companies, Government agencies, budgets, and programs and internal research on projects, people, efforts, strengths, and weaknesses
+ The ability to apply critical thinking across an opportunity lifecycle - reading an RFP, understanding what a customer is looking for, conceptualizing how a response would address the customer's requirements, while expounding on GovCIO's strengths and differentiators
+ Experience translating technology solutions into high quality, well written responses throughout business development, capture, and proposal development lifecycles
+ The capacity to take loosely-formed thoughts and inputs from Subject Matter Experts and craft them into crisply worded, persuasive arguments
+ The ability to conceptualize graphics to convey key solution concepts, graphically depicting process, relationships, dependencies, technologies, benefits, features, and other concepts that tie solutions to problems
+ The proven ability to own one or more sections of a proposal across a diverse range of topics
+ The proven ability to write, review, direct, and craft proposal sections regardless of the discipline, technology, or requirements of those sections
+ The instincts necessary to provide direction to sometimes inexperienced proposal staff
**Company Overview**
GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.
But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?
**We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.
Posted Pay Range
The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
**Posted Salary Range**
USD $180,000.00 - USD $250,000.00 /Yr.
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**ID** _2026-7393_
**Category** _Executive_
**Position Type** _Full-Time_
$180k-250k yearly 4d ago
Director, Field Strategy & Operations (Everest)
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc. 4.9
Managing director job in Topeka, KS
**About Otsuka** We defy limitation, so that others can too. In going above and beyond-under any circumstances-for patients, families, providers, and for each other. It's this deep-rooted dedication that drives us to uncover answers to complex, underserved medical needs, so that patients can push past the limitations of their disease and achieve more than they thought was possible each and every day.
**Position Overview:**
The Director of Field Strategy and Operations serves as the orchestrator of field strategy, ensuring that prioritization, stakeholder engagement, and execution are effectively aligned with brand strategy and enterprise objectives. This role provides leadership across multiple regions, enabling a holistic, enterprise-wide approach to field strategy and operational excellence.
This role also partners closely with the Business Analysis team to ensure field teams have access to standardized dashboards and data-driven insights, supporting execution excellence and performance tracking. The Director will be the point of contacts for ad hoc analytics requests, ensuring field teams have the right data to make informed decisions, but will not be creating these reports themselves or with their team and will work with Business Analysis to ensure accurate measurement and proper data is used.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ **Strategic Prioritization & Field Execution:** Align field activities with marketing strategy, launch planning, and market access pull-through, ensuring execution efficiency.
+ **Execution Excellence & Field Performance Tracking:** Oversee Omnichannel efforts, account planning, and KPI tracking, ensuring insights from Field Analytics support execution.
+ **Strategic prioritization & orchestrating field execution: Analyzes current and future state of the business based on insights and trends, and** leads efforts to align field activities with high-priority initiatives such as marketing strategy, launch planning, and market access pull-through.
+ **Field Communication & Data-Driven Decision Support:** Act as the primary field communicator, ensuring clarity on CRM tools, performance insights, and operational priorities.
+ **Resource Allocation & Budget Optimization:** Optimize the distribution of budgets, speaker programs, and promotional resources, leveraging data-driven insights to maximize ROI.
+ **Team Development & Analytics Training:** Mentor team members on business reviews, reporting systems, and analytics interpretation, working with Business Analysis to enhance field intelligence capabilities.
+ **Compliance Management:** Must comply with all state and federal laws, regulations and guidelines including PhRMA Code on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals as well as complying with all OAPI standards and policies relating to all job activities.
**Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
+ Minimum of 10 years of pharmaceutical experience, with a strong understanding of sales force operations and execution.
+ Prior experience in field leadership roles such as first- or second-line leadership, regional operational and customer strategy roles or other field-based support roles required.
+ Established expertise in business analytics, business operations, sales support, and resource management within a commercial pharmaceutical organization.
+ Ability to focus on priorities and resolve operational issues effectively.
+ Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and drive execution efficiency.
**Competencies**
**Accountability for Results -** Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change.
**Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving -** Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business.
**Patient & Customer Centricity -** Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders.
**Impactful Communication -** Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka.
**Respectful Collaboration -** Seek and value others' perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals.
**Empowered Development -** Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative.
Minimum $194,247.00 - Maximum $290,375.00, plus incentive opportunity: The range shown represents a typical pay range or starting pay for individuals who are hired in the role to perform in the United States. Other elements may be used to determine actual pay such as the candidate's job experience, specific skills, and comparison to internal incumbents currently in role. Typically, actual pay will be positioned within the established range, rather than at its minimum or maximum. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with states and local laws.
**Application Deadline** : This will be posted for a minimum of 5 business days.
**Company benefits:** Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, company provided basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, a generous 401(k) match, flexible time off, paid holidays, and paid leave programs as well as other company provided benefits.
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$49k-67k yearly est. 60d+ ago
VP of Strategic Accounts
Norstella
Managing director job in Topeka, KS
Norstella is a premier and critical global life sciences data and AI solutions provider dedicated to improving patient access to life-saving therapies. Norstella supports pharmaceutical and biotech companies across the full drug development lifecycle - from pipeline to patient. Our mission is simple: to help our clients bring therapies to market faster and more efficiently, ultimately impacting patient lives.
Norstella unites market-leading brands - Citeline, Evaluate, MMIT, Panalgo, Skipta and The Dedham Group and delivers must-have answers and insights, leveraging AI, for critical strategic, clinical, and commercial decision-making. We help our clients:
-Accelerate the drug development cycle
-Assess competition and bring the right drugs to market
-Make data driven commercial and financial decisions
-Match and recruit patients for clinical trials
-Identify and address barriers to therapies
Norstella serves most pharmaceutical and biotech companies around the world, along with regulators like the FDA, and payers. By providing critical proprietary data supporting AI-driven workflows, Norstella helps clients make decisions faster and with greater confidence. Norstella's investments in AI are transforming how data is consumed and decisions are made, disrupting inefficient legacy workflows and helping the industry become more efficient, innovative, and responsive to patient needs.
**The Role: VP of Strategic Accounts**
As the VP of Strategic Accounts focused on NorstellaLinQ, you will play a pivotal role in selling and expanding our RWD capabilities to high-value accounts in the life sciences sector. This role requires a proven track record of sales and business development expertise, a deep understanding of RWD applications, and the ability to drive adoption of NorstellaLinQ among our clients. You'll act as a trusted advisor to senior-level stakeholders, understanding their complex needs, and helping them to leverage our RWD solutions to enhance their business goals.
**Responsibilities:**
-Drive Sales of Norstella RWD Products: Focus on selling Norstella's comprehensive RWD capabilities, including the flagship NorstellaLinQ, to strategic accounts in the life sciences industry.
-Business Development: Identify, develop, and close new business opportunities within target accounts, working with key stakeholders to introduce Norstella's solutions to address their challenges in real-world data utilization.
-Relationship Management: Build and maintain long-term relationships with senior-level executives, including C-level, ensuring high client satisfaction and engagement with Norstella's offerings.
-Market Intelligence: Stay current with market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to position Norstella as a leader in RWD.
-Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, marketing, and customer success, to ensure alignment with customer needs and inform product evolution
-Ad hoc duties as assigned
**Qualifications:**
-Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience in strategic sales, business development, or account management, preferably within the life sciences or healthcare data sectors.
-RWD Expertise: In-depth understanding of real-world data applications, data analytics, and data-driven insights within the life sciences industry.
-Sales Acumen: Demonstrated success in a quota-carrying sales role with a history of consistently achieving or exceeding targets.
-Strategic Thinker: Ability to understand complex client needs, develop tailored solutions, and strategically position Norstella's offerings.
-Communication: Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to articulate complex solutions clearly and persuasively to senior stakeholders.
-Education: Bachelor's degree in business, life sciences, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., MBA) is a plus.
**Travel:**
25% - 50% which will require regular in-person attendance at company and client meetings. Therefore, you will be required to travel (on airplanes, in taxis, hotels, etc.), attend in-person meetings, and make presentations to live audiences.
**Location: Remote US**
**Our Guiding Principles for success at Norstella:**
01: Bold, Passionate, and Mission-First
02: Integrity, Truth, and Reality
03: Kindness, Empathy, and Grace
04: Resilience, Mettle, and Perseverance
05: Humility, Gratitude, and Learning
**Benefits:**
-Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits
-Health Savings Accounts (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
-Dental & Vision Benefits
-Basic Life and AD&D Benefits
-401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
-Company Paid Short & Long-Term Disability
-Paid Parental Leave
-Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
_The expected base salary for this position ranges from $180,000 to $190,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to base salary and a competitive benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus._
_Norstella is an equal opportunity employer. All job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability or handicap, medical condition, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), marital or domestic partner status, military or veteran status, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, or any other protected characteristic as established by federal, state, or local law._
_Sometimes the best opportunities are hidden by self-doubt. We disqualify ourselves before we have the opportunity to be considered. Regardless of where you came from, how you identify, or the path that led you here- you are welcome. If you read this job description and feel passion and excitement, we're just as excited about you._
_All legitimate roles with Norstella will be posted on Norstella's job board which is located at norstella.com/careers. If a role is not posted on this job board, a candidate should assume the role is not a legitimate role with Norstella. Norstella is not responsible for an application that may be submitted by or through a third-party and candidates should proceed with extreme caution if a third-party approaches them about an open role with Norstella. Norstella will never ask for anything of value or any type of payment during or as part of any recruitment, interview, or pre-hire onboarding process. If you are aware of or have reason to believe a job posting purportedly for a role with Norstella is fraudulent or otherwise not authorized by Norstella, please contact the Company using the following email address:_ _[email protected]_ _._
Norstella is an equal opportunity employer. All job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability or handicap, medical condition, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), marital or domestic partner status, military or veteran status, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, or any other protected characteristic as established by federal, state, or local law.
$180k-190k yearly 12d ago
VP Accounting
Jakepro
Managing director job in Topeka, KS
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$111k-176k yearly est. 60d+ ago
VP - Observability and Monitoring
Situsamc
Managing director job in Topeka, KS
SitusAMC is where the best and most passionate people come to transform our client's businesses and their own careers. Whether you're a real estate veteran, a passionate technologist, or looking to get your start, join us as we work together to realize opportunities for everyone, we proudly serve.
At SitusAMC, we are looking to match your unique experience with one of our amazing careers, so that we can help you realize your potential and career growth within the Real Estate Industry. If you are someone who can be yourself, advocate for others, stay nimble, dream big, own every outcome, and think global but act local - come join our team!
This role is responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of the monitoring solutions that ensure the reliability, performance, and security of our systems and applications. This role is an expert in observability tools, log analysis, and performance monitoring that is used to provide insights and improve system resilience.
Essential Job Functions:
+ Develop, implement, and maintain monitoring and observability solutions across our cloud environments.
+ Setting up monitoring systems with meticulous attention to detail and analyzing data to ensure accuracy and reliability.
+ Design dashboards, alerts, and automated responses to detect and resolve performance bottlenecks, outages, and security threats.
+ Collaborate with DevOps, SRE, and software development teams to integrate observability best practices into CI/CD pipelines.
+ Optimize logging, tracing, and metrics collections to improve visibility and troubleshooting capabilities.
+ Implement anomaly detection and predictive analytics to proactively prevent incidents.
+ Develop and maintain documentation, best practices, and training materials for observability tools and processes.
+ Within the context of the monitoring program, tune alerting and escalations to reduce false positives and non-actionable alerting and to escalate high-impact issues.
+ Collaborate with other professionals to map out a long-term vision and champion it through to fruition.
+ Stay up to date with the latest trends and tools in observability and monitoring; evaluate for potential adoption.
+ Other tasks as assigned by manager.
Qualifications/ Requirements:
+ Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field or equivalent combination of education and experience
+ Minimum of 8+ years of industry and/or relevant experience, typically with 2+ years in an AVP level role or external equivalent
+ Must have experience and Proficiency in Monitoring Tools: CloudWatch/AWS XRay and synthetic monitoring tools to monitor system performance and health.
+ Understanding of Observability Concepts: Knowledge of the "three pillars of observability;" - metrics, logs, and traces - and how to use them to gain insights into system behavior.
+ Data Analysis and Visualization: Ability to analyze telemetry data and create visualizations to identify trends and anomalies.
+ Programming Skills: Proficiency in scripting languages: Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation and custom monitoring solutions.
+ Experience with Cloud Platforms cloud services (AWS) and their monitoring tools.
+ Experience in working with DevOps and agile methodologies.
+ Proficient in developing and maintaining technical documentation, runbooks, and procedures.
+ Knowledge of ITIL concepts and principles.
+ Strong analytical skills and ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues.
+ Strong written and verbal communication; ability to communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
+ Demonstrated ability to work closely with development, operations, and security teams to ensure comprehensive observability coverage.
+ Meticulous in setting up monitoring systems and analyzing data to ensure accuracy and reliability.
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Note: This job description is not intended to be all inclusive or exclusive. At any time, employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization and participate in additional trainings. SitusAMC does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms or any third parties. Any unsolicited resume submitted to SitusAMC in any manner will be considered SitusAMC property, and SitusAMC will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
The annual full time base salary range for this role is
$110,000.00 - $170,000.00
Specific compensation is determined through interviews and a review of relevant education, experience, training, skills, geographic location and alignment with market data. Additionally, certain positions may be eligible to receive a discretionary bonus as determined by bonus program guidelines, position eligibility and SitusAMC Senior Management approval. SitusAMC offers PTO and paid holidays, the terms of which are set forth in the program policies. All full time employees also are eligible to participate in various benefit plans, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance and 401K; in each case in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
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$110k-170k yearly 60d+ ago
Advertising Agency President
Briggs Automotive Group 4.1
Managing director job in Manhattan, KS
Job Description
Automotive Marketing Director - Automotive Dealership
Position Type: Full-Time Experience Level: Senior
About the Opportunity
Be part of something new. A well-established automotive dealership group is launching an in-house advertising agency to handle marketing for 10+ dealership locations across the region. We're looking for an experienced marketing leader to build and run this agency from the ground up.
This is a rare ground-floor opportunity to shape the vision, build the team, and establish processes while having the stability and resources of an established automotive group behind you. You'll have built-in clients, eliminating the pressure of constant new business development, allowing you to focus on creating exceptional work and building a high-performing team.
What You'll Do
Lead the strategic direction and daily operations of a new in-house advertising agency
Develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies across 10+ dealership rooftops
Build, mentor, and manage a creative team (Account Executive, Graphic Designer, Production Coordinator)
Maintain brand consistency while ensuring OEM compliance across all locations
Oversee campaign development from concept through execution across digital, print, broadcast, and social media
Manage agency P&L, budgets, vendor relationships, and contract negotiations
Serve as primary liaison between agency and dealership ownership/management
Ensure all marketing efforts drive measurable results in sales, service, and customer retention
Stay ahead of automotive marketing trends and implement innovative strategies
Position the agency for potential external client acquisition as operations mature
What You Bring
Required:
5+ years of marketing leadership experience, preferably in advertising agency or in-house marketing
Proven track record developing and executing successful multi-channel marketing campaigns
Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate business objectives into marketing strategies
Experience managing teams, budgets, and multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Deep understanding of digital marketing, traditional media, and integrated campaigns
Proficiency with marketing analytics and performance measurement
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Preferred:
Automotive marketing or dealership experience
Experience building or scaling an agency or marketing department
Knowledge of OEM brand guidelines and compliance requirements
Familiarity with CRM platforms, marketing automation, and customer data management
Existing relationships with media buyers, production vendors, and creative freelancers
What We Offer
Compensation Range: $120,000 - $160,000 annually
Performance-based incentives
Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision)
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development opportunities
Autonomy to build and shape your own agency
Stable, established company with entrepreneurial opportunity
Manhattan, Kansas location: affordable cost of living, college town amenities, family-friendly community
About Us
We're an established automotive dealership group with 10+ locations and a reputation for excellence in customer service and community involvement. We're investing in the future of our marketing capabilities by bringing advertising in-house, and we need the right leader to make it happen.
To Apply
Submit your resume along with a cover letter explaining why you're the right person to build this agency. Include examples of successful campaigns you've led and your vision for what an in-house automotive advertising agency should accomplish.
We're an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.
$120k-160k yearly 9d ago
Vice President, Artificial Intelligence
Cardinal Health 4.4
Managing director job in Topeka, KS
**_What Data Science contributes to Cardinal Health_** The Data & Analytics Function oversees the analytics life-cycle in order to identify, analyze and present relevant insights that drive business decisions and anticipate opportunities to achieve a competitive advantage. This function manages analytic data platforms, the access, design and implementation of reporting/business intelligence solutions, and the application of advanced quantitative modeling.
Data Science applies base, scientific methodologies from various disciplines, techniques and tools that extracts knowledge and insight from data to solve complex business problems on large data sets, integrating multiple systems.
**_Job Summary_**
The Vice President, Artificial Intelligence (AI) will lead the Artificial Intelligence Center of Excellence (CoE). This is a critical leadership role responsible for leading the organization's AI strategy, fostering innovation, and ensuring the successful implementation of AI & GenAI solutions across the global enterprise. This individual will lead a team of AI specialists, collaborate with business unit leaders, and champion the adoption of responsible and ethical AI practices. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of executive leadership, technical expertise, and business acumen, with a proven track record of building and scaling AI & GenAI capabilities within a complex large organization.
**_Responsibilities_**
**Strategic Leadership & Vision:**
+ Develop and execute a comprehensive AI strategy aligned with the organization's overall business objectives.
+ Demonstrate thought leadership in the rapidly changing world of AI. This person should have great networks in the AI & GenAI space and knowledge of and experience in the changing technology. Additionally, they should have the ability to translate what this means to Cardinal Health so that they can bring concepts back to set strategic direction and unlock value for the enterprise.
+ Maintain an enterprise perspective, identifying opportunities to leverage AI for competitive advantage and operational efficiency.
+ Drive continuous improvement and innovation within the AI COE, staying abreast of the latest advancements in AI and related technologies.
+ Apply critical thinking to complex problems and make strategic decisions, even when dealing with ambiguity and incomplete information.
**Team Leadership & Talent Development:**
+ Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of AI specialists, including data scientists, machine learning engineers, and AI architects
+ Develop and implement talent planning strategies to attract, retain, and develop top AI talent.
+ Foster a collaborative and innovative culture within the AI COE, encouraging knowledge sharing and experimentation.
**Stakeholder Management & Communication:**
+ Act as a dynamic and versatile leader who can generate excitement around our AI strategy with leadership and the broader organization.
+ Effectively communicate the AI strategy and roadmap to stakeholders at all levels of the organization (developers to CEO/Board of Directors).
+ Build strong relationships with business unit leaders, IT partners, and other key stakeholders to drive AI adoption and alignment.
+ Present complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner, tailoring the message to the specific audience.
+ Demonstrate influence and navigate the corporate landscape to secure resources and support for AI initiatives.
**AI Project Execution & Delivery:**
+ Oversee the entire lifecycle of AI projects, from ideation and proof-of-concept to deployment and ongoing maintenance.
+ Ensure the successful execution of AI projects, adhering to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
+ Balance delivery of a portfolio across a large enterprise
+ Manage global resources, including FTEs, contractors, and external partners
+ Apply financial acumen to develop business cases, manage budgets, and track the ROI of AI investments.
**Operational Excellence & Governance:**
+ Establish and maintain operational metrics to track the performance and impact of AI solutions.
+ Implement robust AI governance and AI ethics frameworks to ensure responsible and compliant AI practices.
+ Oversee IT risk, security, and controls related to AI systems and data.
+ Drive simplification and efficiency in AI operations.
**Partnerships & Collaboration:**
+ Collaborate effectively with partner roles across the organization, including IT, SOX, EA, and OpEx teams.
+ Maintain a strong understanding of business processes and industry trends to identify opportunities for AI innovation.
**Technology & Innovation:**
+ Maintain a strong understanding of digital technologies and trends, with a focus on AI, machine learning, data analytics, and cloud computing.
+ Promote a culture of innovation and experimentation within the AI COE, encouraging the exploration of new AI techniques and technologies.
+ Ensure the security and appropriate controls are in place for AI systems and data.
**_Qualifications_**
+ Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field preferred. Master's degree or Ph.D. a plus.
+ Understanding of AI and machine learning principles, techniques, and technologies.
+ Strong knowledge of data analytics, data governance, and data visualization.
+ Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (e.g., GCP) and AI development tools.
+ Knowledge of AI ethics and responsible AI principles.
+ Experience with MLOps practices and tools.
+ Healthcare experience.
+ Demonstrated ability to think strategically, execute effectively, and drive continuous improvement. Strong social/emotional intelligence and critical thinking skills.
+ Proven experience building and leading an enterprise AI COE for a large organization.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex concepts and present them effectively to diverse audiences at all levels of the organization.
+ Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization and build strong working relationships. Experience with change management methodologies to guide stakeholders through change. This person will need to be a dynamic leader who is able to guide the organization through change, drive adoption of AI, and work cross-functionally to make this happen at an enterprise-scale.
+ Strong understanding of financial principles, including budgeting, business case development, and ROI analysis.
+ Project/Program Management: Proven ability to manage complex AI projects and programs, delivering results on time and within budget. The person should have meaningful/transformative high-impact examples of use cases they've implemented and an ability to help Cardinal Health accelerate their AI journey and value realization.
**_What is expected of you and others at this level_**
+ Provides leadership and direction for multiple operational units or disciplines through; Directors may manageManagers
+ Manages an organizational budget
+ Approves significant policies and procedures that will result in the achievement of organizational goals
+ Develops and implements functional and/or operational strategy
+ Decisions have a serious impact on overall success or failure on area of accountability and external stakeholders
+ Interacts with all levels of internal and/or external leaders
+ Influence senior level leaders regarding matters of significance
**Anticipated salary range:** $171,000 - $263,000
**Bonus eligible:** Yes
**Benefits:** Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
+ Medical, dental and vision coverage
+ Paid time off plan
+ Health savings account (HSA)
+ 401k savings plan
+ Access to wages before pay day with my FlexPay
+ Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
+ Short- and long-term disability coverage
+ Work-Life resources
+ Paid parental leave
+ Healthy lifestyle programs
**Application window anticipated to close:** 1/28/26 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
_Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply._
_Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal_ _Opportunity/Affirmative_ _Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law._
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$171k-263k yearly 10d ago
Director of Operations
First Watch Restaurants 4.3
Managing director job in Olathe, KS
The Director of Operations is responsible for supporting the mission, vision and values of First Watch through all that he/she does in their role every day. The DO's primary purpose is to develop General Managers and restaurant management teams to build and increase sales over the previous year and improve profitability, while ensuring employee and guest satisfaction, without compromising the integrity or You First culture of the concept. The Director of Operations is responsible for the success of all First Watch operations within their span of control (5-8 direct reports and 200-300 employees).
Responsibilities
* Leads operational activities for a group of First Watch Restaurants by performing the following in accordance with Company guidelines regarding management development, sales, and profitability, planning and customer and employee relations
* Trains, coaches and develops General Managers and Operations Managers, through timely performance and observation feedback and evaluations
* Follows up on training of MIT's/CAFE's and hourly employees. Works closely with the Training General Manager to monitor progress
* Ensures development of Operations Managers within compliance of the FW management development programs
* Through effective manpower planning executes the continuous development of the management team and ensures timely and cost effective recruitment of restaurant level management and their training within First Watch
* Ensures the maintenance of a safe and harassment free workplace in all restaurants
* Takes quick and responsible action in solving problems and able to uses reason when dealing with individual or staff performance based issues to include personality conflicts
* Develops for prior approval and then meets or exceeds the area's budget, including capital investments, General and Administrative expenses
* Promotes First Watch outside the restaurant
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent - concentration in food & beverage, business, marketing or management is preferred
* Five to seven years of progressive leadership experience in multi unit restaurant industry operations
* Proven track record of achieving results and building & maintaining successful teams
* Passion for providing excellent service and quality
* Ability to partner and build relationships while demonstrating leadership and integrity and promoting team success
* Extensive knowledge of the principles, procedures, and best practices in the industry
* Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced, dynamic environment
* Valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently within assigned market
Who We Are
First Watch is the leading Daytime Dining concept serving made-to-order breakfast, brunch and lunch using the freshest ingredients available. Guided by its "Follow the Sun" culinary philosophy, First Watch's chef-driven menu rotates five times a year to feature the highest-quality flavors at their peak, offering elevated executions of classic favorites, fresh juices like the Kale Tonic, and fan favorites such as the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, Quinoa Power Bowl and signature Million Dollar Bacon. For every kid's meal served, First Watch proudly donates a portion to organizations and causes making a positive impact in our communities - raising more than $1.7 million to date. A recipient of hundreds of local "Best Breakfast" and "Best Brunch" awards, First Watch was voted 2025's #1 Best Breakfast by Newsweek's Readers' Choice Awards and was also named 2025 and 2024's #1 Most Loved Workplace in America by the Best Practice Institute (as seen in The Wall Street Journal), after appearing on the list in 2022 and 2023 as well. With a commitment to quality, hospitality and community, First Watch is redefining Daytime Dining across more than 620 restaurants in 32 states. For more information, visit *******************
First Watch is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, First Watch will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
$101k-160k yearly est. Auto-Apply 2d ago
Vice President, Chief Architect
Pagerduty 3.8
Managing director job in Topeka, KS
PagerDuty, Inc. (NYSE:PD) is a global leader in digital operations management. Trusted by nearly half of both the Fortune 500 and the Forbes AI 50, as well as approximately two-thirds of the Fortune 100, PagerDuty is essential for delivering always-on digital experiences to modern businesses.
Join us. (******************************* At PagerDuty, you'll tackle complex problems, collaborate with kind and ambitious people, and help build a more equitable world-all in a flexible, award-winning workplace.
We are looking for a technologist and proven leader that is equally passionate about large scale distributed systems and leveraging architecture as a discipline that can accelerate business scale for a large and growing customer base. We believe cultivating a culture that embraces collaboration, creativity, and learning sets us up for success. You will be expected to participate in customer facing and industry engagements that yield input into our technology vision and strategy. You will report to the CTO and play a key role in working across the Engineering and Product organizations to drive alignment on design patterns, standardization and best practices to support the business.. If you are technical, creative, future focused, and excited about fostering an environment amongst our teams that helps create avenues for success and learning, then this is a great opportunity for you.
**PagerDuty's Vision for Architecture**
We believe sound architecture oriented thinking can help teams produce great products that deliver value and delight our customers. Striving for creative, pragmatic, and high quality enables us to deliver faster to market and maintain our brand promise of reliability.
**How You Impact Our Vision:**
+ Lead technology strategy that influences across multiple products, teams, and geographies
+ Driving and promoting reliability engineering strategy and best practices
+ Lead design reviews to ensure scalable and reliable systems
+ Stay close to technology with a hands on approach
+ Be future focused by incorporating corporate strategy, customer needs, industry trends, and technology together
+ Actively participate across engineering, product and corporate strategy teams that not only result in successful outcomes for our customers but also in operational excellence
+ Act as coach and mentor to our Staff+ engineers
+ Promote a culture of creativity, learning, and collective success resulting in a technology and architecture roadmap that delivers on business outcomes
+ Bring a pragmatic approach to technology driven decisions and investments
+ Ability to participate quickly in teams at both architecture design and implementation
**Requirements:**
+ Demonstrated experience in a similar role and capacity with distributed systems operating in cloud environments
+ Strong leadership skills that showcases by leading through influence across functional and organization boundaries
+ Experience in driving architecture throughout a product portfolio across a diverse technology organization
+ Experience in establishing, driving, standardizing reliability engineering practices
+ Excellent communications skills to engage with both business and technical audiences
+ Proven track record of innovative, creative, and results driven outcomes
+ Extensive experience with architecting and developing large scale distributed systems and developing enterprise level technology roadmaps
+ Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP)
+ Experience working with team members across various geographies
+ Experience in evaluating talent and products in mergers and acquisitions
**Hesitant to apply?**
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**Where we work**
PagerDuty operates a hybrid work model with offices (**************************************** in 8 major cities: Atlanta, Lisbon, London, San Francisco, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo, and Toronto. While we offer flexibility within our established locations, we **cannot** employ candidates residing in:
**Location restrictions:**
**Australia:** Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Western Australia
**Canada:** Alberta, Manitoba, Newfoundland, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, PEI, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
**United States:** Alaska, Hawaii, Iowa, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, South Dakota, West Virginia, Wyoming
_Candidates must reside in an eligible location, which vary by role._
**How we work**
Our values (************************************** guide how we support customers, collaborate with colleagues, develop products, and foster a culture of belonging. They define not just our actions, but what it means to be Dutonian.
People Leaders at PagerDuty are responsible for creating high performance environments that drive accountability. PagerDuty has four key dimensions that define our Leadership Impact: Lead Self, Lead the Team, Lead the Business, and Lead the Future. Each dimension has three associated competencies to give leaders a shared language for guiding their development, career, promotion, and succession planning discussions. Our Manager Expectations serve as a practical guide for managers to understand their responsibilities, prioritize their efforts, and drive engagement and performance.
**What we offer**
As a global organization, our total rewards approach is competitive with industry standards and aligned with local laws and regulations. Learn more, including country-specific offerings, on our benefits site (********************************************** .
**Your package may include:**
+ Competitive salary
+ Comprehensive benefits package
+ Flexible work arrangements
+ Company equity*
+ ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Program)*
+ Retirement or pension plan*
+ Generous paid vacation time
+ Paid holidays and sick leave
+ Dutonian Wellness Days & HibernationDuty - companywide paid days off in addition to PTO
+ Paid parental leave: 22 weeks for pregnant parent, 12 weeks for non-pregnant parent (some countries have longer leave standards and we comply with local laws)*
+ Paid volunteer time off: 20 hours per year
+ Company-wide hack weeks
+ Mental wellness programs
*Eligibility may vary by role, region, and tenure
**About PagerDuty**
PagerDuty, Inc. (NYSE:PD) is a global leader in digital operations management. The PagerDuty Operations Cloud is an AI-powered platform that empowers business resilience and drives operational efficiency for enterprises. With a generative AI assistant at its core, PagerDuty empowers teams to detect and resolve issues in real time, orchestrate complex workflows, and drive continuous improvement across their digital operations. Trusted by nearly half of both the Fortune 500 and the Forbes AI 50, as well as approximately two-thirds of the Fortune 100, PagerDuty is essential for delivering always-on digital experiences to modern businesses
PagerDuty is Great Place to Work-certified, a Fortune Best Workplace for Millennials, a Fortune Best Medium Workplace, a Fortune Best Workplace in Technology, and a top rated product on TrustRadius and G2.
Go behind-the-scenes on our careers site (*********************************** and @pagerduty on Instagram.
**Additional Information**
PagerDuty is an equal opportunity employer. PagerDuty does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, parental status, veteran status, or disability status. Your privacy is important to us. By submitting an application, you confirm that you have read and understand PagerDuty's Privacy Policy (****************************************** .
PagerDuty is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. Should you require accommodation, please email accommodation@pagerduty.com and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.
PagerDuty uses the E-Verify employment verification program.
$128k-175k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Director of Fulfillment Operations
Excelligence 4.3
Managing director job in Olathe, KS
Learning Corporation
Excelligence Learning Corporation (********************* is a leading developer, manufacturer, distributor, and multi-channel retailer of over 20,000 innovative, high-quality, and grade-appropriate educational products and teaching solutions, sold primarily to early childhood learning centers, elementary schools, PTAs, and consumers. The company has three core divisions: Supplies (Discount School Supply and Really Good Stuff), Equipment (Children's Factory, Angeles, and Steffy Wood Products), and Services (Educational Products, Inc., ChildCare Education Institute, and Frog Street).
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for fulfillment operations, including the production of proprietary products like Colorations craft paints, driving efficiency and alignment with company goals.
Lead cross-functional collaboration with departments such as purchasing, merchandising, and IT to drive operational excellence and innovation.
Oversee Profit and Loss (P&L) accountability for the fulfillment facility, ensuring financial performance aligns with company objectives.
Maintain expenses at or below budgeted levels through data-driven decision-making and process optimization.
Identify and implement process improvements, leveraging analytics to standardize and enhance operational workflows, particularly for light manufacturing processes like paint production.
Utilize AI-driven tools and technologies to enhance operational efficiency, such as optimizing fulfillment processes and manufacturing workflows.
Drive improvements in facility automation, enhancing systems like material handling equipment and warehouse management systems to increase productivity.
Take ownership of safety culture and metrics, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and other safety standards.
Play a key role in strategic planning, aligning operations with company forecasts and initiatives, incorporating data analytics for demand forecasting.
Maintain regular, transparent communication with senior management and executive leadership through weekly business reviews to align on priorities and progress.
Ensure service levels, metrics, and KPIs are consistently met, developing action plans to address performance gaps.
Lead, coach, and develop management and supervisory teams, promoting a positive, inclusive, and high-performance culture.
Build relationships with community leaders, educational institutions, and logistics peers to understand and influence the local business and employment climate.
Drive network optimization and continuous improvement programs, emphasizing efficiency and innovation in the production and fulfillment of proprietary brands like Colorations .
Qualifications:
10-15 years of progressive leadership experience, with a strong focus on fulfillment operations in semi-automated facilities.
Demonstrated ability to engage and connect with diverse teams, from hourly associates to executive leadership, fostering trust and collaboration.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven track record of motivating and mentoring teams to achieve performance goals.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with expertise in using data and analytics to drive operational decisions and improvements.
Expertise in fulfillment center operations, supply chain management, and labor planning; experience with light manufacturing processes is a plus.
Proven leadership in cross-functional project management, with a focus on operational excellence and process improvement.
In-depth knowledge of material handling equipment, related controls/systems, and warehouse management systems (WMS).
Experience with light manufacturing, sub-assembly, or kitting processes.
Ability to promote a culture of safety, employee engagement, and continuous improvement across all levels of the organization.
Education:
Bachelor's Degree required.
Travel:
Less than 5% travel annually.
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
About Our Benefits:
Competitive Salary and Benefits Package
Comprehensive Medical Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Educational Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) Company Match
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off carryover
12 Paid Holidays
Equal Employment Opportunity
Excelligence is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees, employment applicants, and other covered persons without regard to unlawful considerations of race, color, religion or creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship status, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws.
$60k-105k yearly est. 32d ago
Director of Operations
Gobeacon
Managing director job in Bonner Springs, KS
Midwest Bus Sales IncPlan, direct and supervise the work activities of employees at the operating divisions with a focus on safety and efficiency. Maintain the financial position of the components as forecasted. Provide quality and reliable service to customers. Development of additional business and Relationship building with potential districts and contractors.
Essential Functions
Developing relationships with customer base and assisting General Managers with any specific needs they may require. Understanding the customer contracts and compliance needs. Ensuring all contracts are meeting company and district's needs. Contracts of responsibility have a business plan and budget Reading financial statements, analyzing them, and developing action plans Focus on driving operational efficiencies Fostering a culture that embraces safety Identifying growth opportunities. Translating customer/competitor/industry trends for the General Managers. Company's process, policy, and initiatives are understood and being followed. Business development.
Competencies
Proficient communication skills (Written and Verbal). Valid driver's license, clean driver record and criminal background. Stress tolerance/flexibility. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite or related type software is required. Understanding multigenerational workforce trends. Provide high-impact performance feedback. Focus on rewarding and motivating employees.
Supervisory Responsibility
The Regional Director directly supervises the General Managers and their teams across multiple locations.
Work Environment
This job operates the majority of the time in an office setting. This job will require travel around the area of responsibility and meeting with the wider support team. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical Demands/Expected Hours of Work
The Director of Operations position is a largely stationary role; however, some lifting, standing and bending will be required. This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but the employee must be available during the “core” work day and must work minimum of 40 hours each week to maintain full time status. Must be able and willing to travel an estimated 2-3 overnight per month.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree preferred. Three to five years of management and operations experience required. Transportation (school bus) industry experience preferred. Managing budgets and analyzing financial data. Ability to accurately forecast weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue streams Strong customer service. Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to delegate necessary responsibilities. Strong working knowledge of MS Office Software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are
required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Beacon Mobility makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Since 1979, Midwest Bus Sales has provided award-winning sales and service to customers nationwide. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is dedicated to providing the very best sales, parts, and service experience in the industry. We have the experience, expertise, and resources to get you the right bus at the right price, and to keep it running smoothly and safely. We are the largest Thomas Built Bus Dealer in the US. Covering six states with five locations, we have the size, scope, and ability to provide the highest quality customer and employee experience.
$62k-116k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Director of Operations
Beacon Mobility
Managing director job in Bonner Springs, KS
Midwest Bus Sales Inc Plan, direct and supervise the work activities of employees at the operating divisions with a focus on safety and efficiency. Maintain the financial position of the components as forecasted. Provide quality and reliable service to customers. Development of additional business and Relationship building with potential districts and contractors.
Essential Functions
Developing relationships with customer base and assisting General Managers with any specific needs they may require. Understanding the customer contracts and compliance needs. Ensuring all contracts are meeting company and district's needs. Contracts of responsibility have a business plan and budget Reading financial statements, analyzing them, and developing action plans Focus on driving operational efficiencies Fostering a culture that embraces safety Identifying growth opportunities. Translating customer/competitor/industry trends for the General Managers. Company's process, policy, and initiatives are understood and being followed. Business development.
Competencies
Proficient communication skills (Written and Verbal). Valid driver's license, clean driver record and criminal background. Stress tolerance/flexibility. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite or related type software is required. Understanding multigenerational workforce trends. Provide high-impact performance feedback. Focus on rewarding and motivating employees.
Supervisory Responsibility
The Regional Director directly supervises the General Managers and their teams across multiple locations.
Work Environment
This job operates the majority of the time in an office setting. This job will require travel around the area of responsibility and meeting with the wider support team. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical Demands/Expected Hours of Work
The Director of Operations position is a largely stationary role; however, some lifting, standing and bending will be required. This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but the employee must be available during the "core" work day and must work minimum of 40 hours each week to maintain full time status. Must be able and willing to travel an estimated 2-3 overnight per month.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree preferred. Three to five years of management and operations experience required. Transportation (school bus) industry experience preferred. Managing budgets and analyzing financial data. Ability to accurately forecast weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue streams Strong customer service. Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to delegate necessary responsibilities. Strong working knowledge of MS Office Software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are
required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Beacon Mobility makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Since 1979, Midwest Bus Sales has provided award-winning sales and service to customers nationwide. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is dedicated to providing the very best sales, parts, and service experience in the industry. We have the experience, expertise, and resources to get you the right bus at the right price, and to keep it running smoothly and safely. We are the largest Thomas Built Bus Dealer in the US. Covering six states with five locations, we have the size, scope, and ability to provide the highest quality customer and employee experience.
$62k-116k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Director, External Expert Strategy & Engagement
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc. 4.9
Managing director job in Topeka, KS
The Director, External Expert Strategy & Engagement is a critical role responsible for defining, standardizing, and overseeing the company's global strategy for engaging a broad spectrum of external stakeholders. This includes Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), Digital Opinion Leaders (DOLs), Payers/Access Stakeholders, Academic/Integrated Health Systems, Patients/Caregivers, and Patient Advocacy Groups. The role is accountable for establishing the governance, process clarity, and technological infrastructure necessary to ensure coordinated, high-value, and non-transactional interactions across all functional areas, distinguishing tactics based on the asset lifecycle stage (Early vs. In-line). This position reports directly to the Executive Director of External Engagement and Field Excellence.
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**Key Responsibilities:**
**Strategic Governance and Accountability**
+ Establish clear accountability and process ownership for all external expert engagement activities, defining roles and responsibilities across the Medical Affairs (GMA) function to address the current pain point of limited clarity on accountabilities and responsibilities.
+ Develop and implement a standardized global strategy for external engagement that distinctly tailors objectives based on asset lifecycle (e.g., Early Asset engagement must focus on obtaining input from KOLs and Payers on trial design and clinical/economic value).
**System and Data Management**
+ Coordinate with stakeholder engagement liaisons (from GMA, Commercial, Clinical Development, Market Access, Patient Advocacy and Stakeholder Management, Corporate Communications, and Government Affairs) and IT to migrate multiple, overlapping stakeholder lists.
+ Drive process adherence for the consistent upkeep and governance of the centralized external stakeholder list, ensuring the database accurately tracks engagement across all categories of stakeholders (e.g., Patients/Caregivers, Academic Systems, Digital Opinion Leaders).
+ Champion the use of the centralized system to track all medical expert interactions, contact attempts, and strategic insights captured.
**Coordination and Best Practices**
+ Facilitate connections between the designated primary stakeholder lead contact and any internal team member seeking subsequent outreach to prevent multiple concurrent communications and requests.
+ Encourage and mandate best practices for GMA preparation before any stakeholder outreach, ensuring all engagement is high-quality and strategically aligned.
+ Partner with the Training team to develop standardized training and resources for internal teams on proper engagement protocols, compliance guidelines, and use of the centralized Veeva system, highlighting the specific goals for engaging each stakeholder group.
+ Collaborate with Global Training Lead to coordinate any needed training on external engagement processes and/or capabilities.
+ Consider technology and AI to support workflow improvement.
**Qualifications:**
**Education and Experience:**
+ Advanced scientific or clinical degree is required (PharmD, MD, PhD, or equivalent).
+ Minimum of 8 - 10 years of progressive experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with at least 5 years in Global Medical Affairs, Strategic Operations, or an equivalent function focused on External Expert/KOL Engagement.
+ Proven experience in designing, implementing, and managing global engagement processes across multiple therapeutic areas and across different asset lifecycle stages.
+ Demonstrated success in leading a complex cross-functional project (e.g., system migration, process standardization) involving IT and multiple business units.
**Skills and Competencies:**
+ Exceptional ability to drive process governance and change management across a global matrix organization.
+ Superior Stakeholder Management and influencing skills, capable of gaining consensus and driving compliance among diverse functional leaders (Commercial, Clinical, Global Medical Affairs).
+ Strong technological acumen with proven experience working with Veeva or similar management platforms for centralized data management.
+ Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate the strategic value of coordinated external engagement to senior executive leadership.
+ Motivated and solution-oriented, with a clear focus on simplifying complex processes for end-users.
**Competencies**
**Accountability for Results -** Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change.
**Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving -** Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business.
**Patient & Customer Centricity -** Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders.
**Impactful Communication -** Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka.
**Respectful Collaboration -** Seek and value others' perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals.
**Empowered Development -** Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative.
Minimum $183,335.00 - Maximum $274,160.00, plus incentive opportunity: The range shown represents a typical pay range or starting pay for individuals who are hired in the role to perform in the United States. Other elements may be used to determine actual pay such as the candidate's job experience, specific skills, and comparison to internal incumbents currently in role. Typically, actual pay will be positioned within the established range, rather than at its minimum or maximum. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with states and local laws.
**Application Deadline** : This will be posted for a minimum of 5 business days.
**Company benefits:** Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, company provided basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, a generous 401(k) match, flexible time off, paid holidays, and paid leave programs as well as other company provided benefits.
Come discover more about Otsuka and our benefit offerings; ********************************************* .
**Disclaimer:**
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. Otsuka reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.
Otsuka is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be given consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, national origin, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation, if you are unable or limited in your ability to apply to this job opening as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Accommodation Request (EEAccommodations@otsuka-us.com) .
**Statement Regarding Job Recruiting Fraud Scams**
At Otsuka we take security and protection of your personal information very seriously. Please be aware individuals may approach you and falsely present themselves as our employees or representatives. They may use this false pretense to try to gain access to your personal information or acquire money from you by offering fictitious employment opportunities purportedly on our behalf.
Please understand, Otsuka will **never** ask for financial information of any kind or for payment of money during the job application process. We do not require any financial, credit card or bank account information and/or any payment of any kind to be considered for employment. We will also not offer you money to buy equipment, software, or for any other purpose during the job application process. If you are being asked to pay or offered money for equipment fees or some other application processing fee, even if claimed you will be reimbursed, this is not Otsuka. These claims are fraudulent and you are strongly advised to exercise caution when you receive such an offer of employment.
Otsuka will also never ask you to download a third-party application in order to communicate about a legitimate job opportunity. Scammers may also send offers or claims from a fake email address or from Yahoo, Gmail, Hotmail, etc, and not from an official Otsuka email address. Please take extra caution while examining such an email address, as the scammers may misspell an official Otsuka email address and use a slightly modified version duplicating letters.
To ensure that you are communicating about a legitimate job opportunity at Otsuka, please only deal directly with Otsuka through its official Otsuka Career website ******************************************************* .
Otsuka will not be held liable or responsible for any claims, losses, damages or expenses resulting from job recruiting scams. If you suspect a position is fraudulent, please contact Otsuka's call center at: ************. If you believe you are the victim of fraud resulting from a job recruiting scam, please contact the FBI through the Internet Crime Complaint Center at: ******************* , or your local authorities.
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc., Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc., and Otsuka Precision Health, Inc. ("Otsuka") does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs/resumes submitted by search firms to any Otsuka employee directly or through Otsuka's application portal without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be considered Otsuka's sole property. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired by Otsuka as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.
$183.3k yearly 35d ago
Managing Partner, Real-World Evidence
Datavant
Managing director job in Topeka, KS
Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right format. Our platform is powered by the largest, most diverse health data network in the U.S., enabling data to be secure, accessible and usable to inform better health decisions. Datavant is trusted by the world's leading life sciences companies, government agencies, and those who deliver and pay for care.
By joining Datavant today, you're stepping onto a high-performing, values-driven team. Together, we're rising to the challenge of tackling some of healthcare's most complex problems with technology-forward solutions. Datavanters bring a diversity of professional, educational and life experiences to realize our bold vision for healthcare.
The Real-world Evidence (RWE) Managing Partner will lead a team of high-performing RWE Sales Specialists responsible for driving growth across Datavant's biopharma client base. This leader will oversee the execution of sales strategies across the portfolio of real-world evidence (RWE) solutions, analytics platforms, and services. The ideal candidate will combine strategic sales leadership with a deep understanding of biopharma customer needs, ensuring the team consistently meets revenue goals while delivering exceptional client value. This role will partner closely with Managing Partners across key accounts for co-selling, account planning, and evidence strategy alignment. This role requires a balance of hands-on sales management, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven decision-making to expand Datavant's impact within life sciences.
**Responsibilities of the Role**
+ **Lead and Manage Sales Team:** Recruit, coach, and mentor a team of RWE Sales Specialists focused on Datavant's biopharma customers.
+ **Drive Revenue Growth:** Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed revenue targets across assigned accounts.
+ **Full Product Ownership:** Ensure the team effectively positions and sells Datavant's RWE product portfolio - including solutions, analytics platforms, and services.
+ **Account Leadership:** Collaborate account planning and execution for top biopharma clients with Client Partners, ensuring alignment with customer priorities and Datavant's strategic objectives.
+ **Pipeline Management:** Monitor and manage sales pipeline health, forecasting accuracy, and deal velocity using CRM and analytics tools.
+ **Cross-Functional Collaboration:** Partner with Marketing, Product, Solutions, and Delivery teams to ensure cohesive go-to-market execution and customer success.
+ **Market Strategy:** Stay informed on market trends, competitive dynamics, and customer feedback to guide team strategy and product positioning.
+ **Executive Engagement:** Build and maintain strong relationships with senior client stakeholders, representing Datavant as a trusted strategic partner.
+ **Performance Management:** Establish clear goals, KPIs, and development plans for each team member to ensure continuous improvement and accountability.
+ **Operational Excellence:** Streamline sales processes, tools, and reporting to improve efficiency and team effectiveness.
**Qualifications of the Role**
+ **Experience:** 10+ years of experience in enterprise sales, with at least 3-5 years in sales leadership roles within healthcare, life sciences, or SaaS.
+ **RWE Expertise:** Deep understanding of real-world data sources, evidence generation methodologies, and use cases across the product lifecycle - from clinical development to commercialization.
+ **Hunter Mentality:** Skilled at identifying, developing, and closing new RWE-focused opportunities with top biopharma clients.
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We are committed to building a diverse team of Datavanters who are all responsible for stewarding a high-performance culture in which all Datavanters belong and thrive. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
At Datavant our total rewards strategy powers a high-growth, high-performance, health technology company that rewards our employees for transforming health care through creating industry-defining data logistics products and services.
The range posted is for a given job title, which can include multiple levels. Individual rates for the same job title may differ based on their level, responsibilities, skills, and experience for a specific job. This role is eligible for additional variable compensation.
The estimated base salary range (not including variable pay) for this role is:
$184,000-$230,000 USD
To ensure the safety of patients and staff, many of our clients require post-offer health screenings and proof and/or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID-19, etc. Any requests to be exempted from these requirements will be reviewed by Datavant Human Resources and determined on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the state in which you will be working, exemptions may be available on the basis of disability, medical contraindications to the vaccine or any of its components, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, and/or religion.
This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship.
Datavant is committed to a work environment free from job discrimination. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. To learn more about our commitment, please review our EEO Commitment Statement here (************************************************** . Know Your Rights (*********************************************************************** , explore the resources available through the EEOC for more information regarding your legal rights and protections. In addition, Datavant does not and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay.
At the end of this application, you will find a set of voluntary demographic questions. If you choose to respond, your answers will be anonymous and will help us identify areas for improvement in our recruitment process. (We can only see aggregate responses, not individual ones. In fact, we aren't even able to see whether you've responded.) Responding is entirely optional and will not affect your application or hiring process in any way.
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PagerDuty, Inc. (NYSE:PD) is a global leader in digital operations management. Trusted by nearly half of both the Fortune 500 and the Forbes AI 50, as well as approximately two-thirds of the Fortune 100, PagerDuty is essential for delivering always-on digital experiences to modern businesses.
Join us. (******************************* At PagerDuty, you'll tackle complex problems, collaborate with kind and ambitious people, and help build a more equitable world-all in a flexible, award-winning workplace.
As our **Regional Vice President, North America Customer Success,** you will be reporting to the Chief Customer Officer of PagerDuty. You will have the responsibility for leading a team of success managers and renewal managers. Under your leadership the team members will engage with PagerDuty's Enterprise customers to increase product and platform adoption, improve renewal rates and drive measurable customer business value to accelerate their digital journey.
This strategic, hands-on leader will have demonstrated a track record in a modern SaaS company by hiring and developing experienced team members, in creating a culture of customer centricity, and understanding the motion to win in the enterprise.
The Customer Success Management team acts as a Trusted Advisor to our customers, ultimately responsible for ensuring their success. As a key leader within the Customer Success organization, you will align with Executive stakeholders, evolve our Customer Success strategy and are responsible for helping customers achieve business value and ROI from their investment in PagerDuty.
**Key Responsibilities**
Advocate for the Customer:
+ Proactively engage with customers to understand their needs, address challenges, and ensure they are achieving desired outcomes with the company's products or services.
+ Serve as a voice of the customer within the organization, ensuring customer feedback is heard and acted upon.
Strategic Leadership:
+ Develop and implement customer success strategies aligned with business goals, focusing on maximizing customer lifetime value and driving revenue growth.
+ Uplevel our engagement with Executive decision makers and position the Operations Cloud as the platform for modern enterprises.
+ Understand and ability to articulate Operations Cloud value proposition and how PagerDuty helps corporations revolutionize their digital operations.
+ Develop and implement customer success strategies aligned with business goals, focusing on maximizing customer lifetime value and driving revenue growth.
Team Management:
+ Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing customer success organization, providing guidance, coaching, and performance management.
+ Build and sustain a team of high performing leaders (Success Managers and Directors) who embody our values, establish trusted advisor relationships and focus on making every customer successful.
+ Instill operational rigor and consistency, as appropriate, to define and refine success manager engagement strategies, account management, and programs at scale.
Retention and Growth:
+ Key metrics for this role are: gross revenue retention, net revenue retention, executive engagement, adoption, professional services, support and PagerDuty University.
+ Drive customer retention and expansion by identifying opportunities for upselling, cross-selling, and building strong customer relationships.
+ Forecast renewals by working cross functionally with sales, renewals and operations.
Data Analysis and Reporting:
+ Monitor key customer success metrics, identify trends, and use data to inform decision-making and improve processes.
+ Use adoption metrics to help CSMs understand where there is risk in their accounts and coach them through the use of playbooks to improve adoption.
+ Work with the Value Realization team to ensure each customer has a value realization study that is data driven and outcomes based.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
+ Effectively link business objectives in favor of continuous improvement. Present decision making situations that quickly allow cross functional teams to align and move forward in favor of deeper customer satisfaction.
+ Partner with other departments, such as sales, marketing, product, and engineering, to ensure a cohesive customer experience.
Process Improvement / Managing Workload:
+ Establish a rhythm of the business that is consistent and predictable in running the business activities and change the business projects.
+ Continuously identify and implement improvements to customer success processes and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
+ Use Customer Success tools such as Salesforce, Gainsight, Gong, Tableau to manage the effectiveness of CSM plays, activities & renewals.
**Basic Qualifications**
+ Ability to communicate and effectively present (verbally/in writing) coaching plans, strategic plans for your business, problem solving and decision making situations. Frame and solve complex business problems.
+ Take on new challenges and the ability to work through uncertainty. Delivery high impacting contributions as well as pursue opportunities to influence decisions that impact customer value realization.
+ Proven track record of trusted advisor to the C-suite in Enterprise accounts with strong consultative skills.
+ Experience building plays and associated playbooks using Customer Success technologies such as Gainsight to measure impact and effectiveness.
+ Understand and can apply Customer Journey frameworks to CSM tasks and responsibilities.
+ Minimum of 10 years experience with a combination of working in a consulting firm running a team of senior consultants, and leading services or success organizations in a SaaS company.
+ A four year degree or equivalent.
+ Demonstrated ability to manage customer accounts in conjunction with sales organizations. Consistently delivering against targets; reduce churn and downgrades, produce accurate forecasts, while maintaining a focus on cost to serve.
+ Exceptional leader of high integrity, intellect, and character who can set a clear vision for the group and plan, hire, manage, and inspire teams to achieve extraordinary results consistently quarter over quarter. Ability to collaborate effectively across the organization.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ A deep understanding of digital transformation in modern enterprises
+ Strong C-suite relationships in enterprises globally
+ MBA
PagerDuty is a flexible, hybrid workplace. We embrace and encourage in-person working as an integral part of our culture. Both our employees and external research tells us that co-located collaboration strengthens connections, drives innovation, and accelerates learning.
This role is expected to come into our Atlanta office 3 times per week, so you can thrive in your new role and fully embrace being a Dutonian!
The base salary range for this position is 180,000 - 275,000 USD. This role may also be eligible for bonus, commission, equity, and/or benefits.
Our base salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range, which is subject to change based on primary work location, reflects the minimum and maximum base salary we expect to pay newly hired employees for the position. Within the range, we determine pay for an individual based on a number of factors including market location, job-related knowledge, skills/competencies and experience.
Your recruiter can share more about the specific offerings for this role, as well as the salary range for your primary work location during the hiring process.
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**Where we work**
PagerDuty operates a hybrid work model with offices (**************************************** in 8 major cities: Atlanta, Lisbon, London, San Francisco, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo, and Toronto. While we offer flexibility within our established locations, we **cannot** employ candidates residing in:
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**How we work**
Our values (************************************** guide how we support customers, collaborate with colleagues, develop products, and foster a culture of belonging. They define not just our actions, but what it means to be Dutonian.
People Leaders at PagerDuty are responsible for creating high performance environments that drive accountability. PagerDuty has four key dimensions that define our Leadership Impact: Lead Self, Lead the Team, Lead the Business, and Lead the Future. Each dimension has three associated competencies to give leaders a shared language for guiding their development, career, promotion, and succession planning discussions. Our Manager Expectations serve as a practical guide for managers to understand their responsibilities, prioritize their efforts, and drive engagement and performance.
**What we offer**
As a global organization, our total rewards approach is competitive with industry standards and aligned with local laws and regulations. Learn more, including country-specific offerings, on our benefits site (********************************************** .
**Your package may include:**
+ Competitive salary
+ Comprehensive benefits package
+ Flexible work arrangements
+ Company equity*
+ ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Program)*
+ Retirement or pension plan*
+ Generous paid vacation time
+ Paid holidays and sick leave
+ Dutonian Wellness Days & HibernationDuty - companywide paid days off in addition to PTO
+ Paid parental leave: 22 weeks for pregnant parent, 12 weeks for non-pregnant parent (some countries have longer leave standards and we comply with local laws)*
+ Paid volunteer time off: 20 hours per year
+ Company-wide hack weeks
+ Mental wellness programs
*Eligibility may vary by role, region, and tenure
**About PagerDuty**
PagerDuty, Inc. (NYSE:PD) is a global leader in digital operations management. The PagerDuty Operations Cloud is an AI-powered platform that empowers business resilience and drives operational efficiency for enterprises. With a generative AI assistant at its core, PagerDuty empowers teams to detect and resolve issues in real time, orchestrate complex workflows, and drive continuous improvement across their digital operations. Trusted by nearly half of both the Fortune 500 and the Forbes AI 50, as well as approximately two-thirds of the Fortune 100, PagerDuty is essential for delivering always-on digital experiences to modern businesses
PagerDuty is Great Place to Work-certified, a Fortune Best Workplace for Millennials, a Fortune Best Medium Workplace, a Fortune Best Workplace in Technology, and a top rated product on TrustRadius and G2.
Go behind-the-scenes on our careers site (*********************************** and @pagerduty on Instagram.
**Additional Information**
PagerDuty is an equal opportunity employer. PagerDuty does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, parental status, veteran status, or disability status. Your privacy is important to us. By submitting an application, you confirm that you have read and understand PagerDuty's Privacy Policy (****************************************** .
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$133k-176k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Managing Partner, Ecosystem
Datavant
Managing director job in Topeka, KS
Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right format. Our platform is powered by the largest, most diverse health data network in the U.S., enabling data to be secure, accessible and usable to inform better health decisions. Datavant is trusted by the world's leading life sciences companies, government agencies, and those who deliver and pay for care.
By joining Datavant today, you're stepping onto a high-performing, values-driven team. Together, we're rising to the challenge of tackling some of healthcare's most complex problems with technology-forward solutions. Datavanters bring a diversity of professional, educational and life experiences to realize our bold vision for healthcare.
The Managing Partner in Ecosystem will lead a team of high-performing sales professionals responsible for driving growth across Datavant's Ecosystem client base. This leader will oversee the execution of sales strategies across the entire Datavant product suite - including data connectivity, tokenization, ecosystem partnerships, and Real-World Evidence (RWE) solutions. The ideal candidate will combine strategic sales leadership with a deep understanding of Real World Data (RWD) customer needs, ensuring the team consistently meets revenue goals while delivering exceptional client value. This role requires a balance of hands-on sales management, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven decision-making to expand Datavant's impact within life sciences.
**Responsibilities of the Role**
+ **Lead and Manage Sales Team:** Recruit, coach, and mentor a team of Client Partners focused on Datavant's Ecosystem customers of data sources, data aggregators and Enterprises.
+ **Drive Revenue Growth:** Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve and exceed revenue targets across assigned accounts.
+ **End-to-End Solution Development:** Ensure the team effectively positions and sells Datavant's full product portfolio - including connectivity infrastructure, privacy-preserving linkages, data licensing, and RWE solutions.
+ **Account Leadership:** Oversee account planning and execution for top Ecosystem clients, ensuring alignment with customer priorities and Datavant's strategic objectives.
+ **Pipeline Management:** Monitor and manage sales pipeline health, forecasting accuracy, and deal velocity using CRM and analytics tools.
+ **Cross-Functional Collaboration:** Partner with Marketing, Product, Solutions, and Delivery teams to ensure cohesive go-to-market execution and customer success.
+ **Market Strategy:** Stay informed on market trends, competitive dynamics, and customer feedback to guide team strategy and product positioning.
+ **Executive Engagement:** Build and maintain strong relationships with senior client stakeholders, representing Datavant as a trusted strategic partner.
+ **Performance Management:** Establish clear goals, KPIs, and development plans for each team member to ensure continuous improvement and accountability.
+ **Operational Excellence:** Streamline sales processes, tools, and reporting to improve efficiency and team effectiveness.
**Qualifications of the Role**
+ 10+ years in partnerships, business development, or ecosystem strategy within healthcare or enterprise SaaS
+ Proven record of constructing partnerships that deliver revenue and market expansion
+ Familiarity with Healthcare RWD landscape, including RWD sources, data aggregators, analytics platforms, and the healthcare investment landscape
+ Comfortable navigating ambiguity, managing multiple high-stakes relationships, and moving fast with minimal oversight
+ Executive presence and comfort leading external discussions with senior stakeholders
+ Strong collaboration skills with Sales, Product, and Marketing teams
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We are committed to building a diverse team of Datavanters who are all responsible for stewarding a high-performance culture in which all Datavanters belong and thrive. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
At Datavant our total rewards strategy powers a high-growth, high-performance, health technology company that rewards our employees for transforming health care through creating industry-defining data logistics products and services.
The range posted is for a given job title, which can include multiple levels. Individual rates for the same job title may differ based on their level, responsibilities, skills, and experience for a specific job. This role is eligible for additional variable compensation.
The estimated base salary range (not including variable pay) for this role is:
$184,000-$230,000 USD
To ensure the safety of patients and staff, many of our clients require post-offer health screenings and proof and/or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID-19, etc. Any requests to be exempted from these requirements will be reviewed by Datavant Human Resources and determined on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the state in which you will be working, exemptions may be available on the basis of disability, medical contraindications to the vaccine or any of its components, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, and/or religion.
This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship.
Datavant is committed to a work environment free from job discrimination. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. To learn more about our commitment, please review our EEO Commitment Statement here (************************************************** . Know Your Rights (*********************************************************************** , explore the resources available through the EEOC for more information regarding your legal rights and protections. In addition, Datavant does not and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay.
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$184k-230k yearly 6d ago
Executive Director, Medical Affairs Strategy Excellence & Operations
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc. 4.9
Managing director job in Topeka, KS
As a senior leader within Medical Affairs, the Executive Director will serve as a strategic thought partner and Chief of Staff to the Vice President of Medical Affairs, providing high-level guidance and operational leadership across the organization. Leveraging a deep understanding of industry trends and internal priorities, this individual will shape the development of best-in-class medical excellence capabilities aligned with Otsuka's vision, direction, and growth strategy.
The Executive Director, Medical Affairs Strategy, Excellence & Operations will lead five critical teams: Strategic Planning, Business Solutions & Analytics, Vendor & Contracts Management, Governance & Procedures, and Global Medical Evidence Operations ensuring alignment with enterprise goals and medical excellence priorities. This role will champion operational rigor, foster strategic integration, and drive high-quality insights to support decision-making across the organization.
Serving as a key liaison across the Global, US, and Commercial ecosystem, the Executive Director will play a pivotal role in advancing scientific and medical initiatives. Through thoughtful leadership and collaboration, this individual will shape and execute the global medical affairs strategy, optimize operational frameworks, and enable data-driven innovation across therapeutic areas.
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**Key Responsibilities Include:**
**Strategic Leadership and Execution**
+ Serve as Chief of Staff to the VP of Medical Affairs, driving strategic alignment and operational integration across the Global Medical Affairs organization.
+ Sets the overall direction of Medical Excellence & Operations (MEO); make critical decisions that have impact across Global Medical Affairs therapeutic areas (TAs) and functions
+ Leads the development, refinement, and execution of Medical Affairs strategies and objectives in alignment with corporate goals.
+ Coordinates cross-functional planning, meeting cadences, budget oversight, and communication on behalf of Medical Affairs leadership.
+ Collaborates with cross-functional teams to align medical affairs activities with commercial and clinical development strategies
+ Leads Medical Excellence for Med Affairs Strategy to ensure consistent best practices across programs and drive consistent methods of strategic and tactical planning and execution.
**Operational Excellence and Team Management**
+ Lead and manage core operational pillars within Medical Affairs Excellence & Operations Team, including:
+ Global Asset Strategic Planning
+ Business Solutions and Analytics
+ Vendor and Contracts management
+ Global Medical Evidence Operations
+ Governance and Procedures
+ Establish and implement systems, SOPs, and governance frameworks to ensure excellence, compliance, and efficiency in Medical Affairs processes (e.g., IME, ISTs, EAPs, publications, congresses)
+ Provide and maintain the technological infrastructure, business tools, and data analytics, including the medical information contact center, to enable Global Medical Affairs teams to operate efficiently
+ Oversee the department's budget, resource allocation, and vendor contracting processes (including key TA level vendors)
+ Will ensure assignment of Med Excellence activities/projects to Otsuka priorities
+ Congress Strategy/prioritization, ensure aggregation of congress plans (including meetings) and awareness cross functionally
+ Develop and maintain calendar of important TA meetings across programs, including congresses and internal offsite meetings (US and Global) to ensure no conflicts and adequate resourcing; will work with Administrative leads to ensure meetings are added to calendars
+ Develops and manages large teams driving a high-performance culture; understands the required skillset (s) needed within the medical excellence function to deliver best results
+ Builds relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including industry partners
**Performance Monitoring and Reporting**
+ Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure Medical Affairs impact and execution
+ Deliver monthly and quarterly updates to Global Medical Affairs leadership and contribute to board-level reporting, as needed
+ Keeps abreast external environment-relevant trends and incorporates insights and best practices to inform functional decisions
+ Responsible for ensuring timelines and process for cross-brand initiatives, such as annual medical strategy planning, 3-year roadmaps, SMART goals
**Qualifications**
**Education and Experience:**
+ Doctorate Degree (MD (Medical Doctor), PharmD, PhD) or equivalent preferred
+ Minimum of 15 years' experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology setting within medical affairs strategy
+ Sr Director level medical affairs strategy experience for a minimum of 5 yrs. and experience in Medical Excellence & operations
**Skills and Competencies:**
+ Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire high-performing teams
+ Strong strategic, operational, and leadership capabilities within a biotech or pharmaceutical setting
+ Expertise in navigating regulatory frameworks and ensuring compliance within medical affairs function
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex challenges within medical affairs
+ Ability to lead a team and influence organizational level decisions
+ Experience in collaborating with Medical Affairs vendors that can provide medical excellence related support
+ Strategic thinking acumen and record of accomplishment for operational excellence
+ Ability to rapidly pivot based on evolving corporate strategy and direction
+ Proficiency in pharma code and all guidelines concerning medical affairs activities
+ Excellent presentation skills and ability to communicate complex scientific information
+ Motivated, disciplined, pro-active individual capable of effectively managing timelines
**Other Requirements:**
+ Ability to travel globally up to 25% for congresses, advisory board meetings, Governance meetings as business needs require
**Competencies**
**Accountability for Results -** Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change.
**Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving -** Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business.
**Patient & Customer Centricity -** Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders.
**Impactful Communication -** Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka.
**Respectful Collaboration -** Seek and value others' perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals.
**Empowered Development -** Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative.
Minimum $245,454.00 - Maximum $381,110.00, plus incentive opportunity: The range shown represents a typical pay range or starting pay for individuals who are hired in the role to perform in the United States. Other elements may be used to determine actual pay such as the candidate's job experience, specific skills, and comparison to internal incumbents currently in role. Typically, actual pay will be positioned within the established range, rather than at its minimum or maximum. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with states and local laws.
**Application Deadline** : This will be posted for a minimum of 5 business days.
**Company benefits:** Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, company provided basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, a generous 401(k) match, flexible time off, paid holidays, and paid leave programs as well as other company provided benefits.
Come discover more about Otsuka and our benefit offerings; ********************************************* .
**Disclaimer:**
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. Otsuka reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.
Otsuka is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be given consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, national origin, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation, if you are unable or limited in your ability to apply to this job opening as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Accommodation Request (EEAccommodations@otsuka-us.com) .
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Please understand, Otsuka will **never** ask for financial information of any kind or for payment of money during the job application process. We do not require any financial, credit card or bank account information and/or any payment of any kind to be considered for employment. We will also not offer you money to buy equipment, software, or for any other purpose during the job application process. If you are being asked to pay or offered money for equipment fees or some other application processing fee, even if claimed you will be reimbursed, this is not Otsuka. These claims are fraudulent and you are strongly advised to exercise caution when you receive such an offer of employment.
Otsuka will also never ask you to download a third-party application in order to communicate about a legitimate job opportunity. Scammers may also send offers or claims from a fake email address or from Yahoo, Gmail, Hotmail, etc, and not from an official Otsuka email address. Please take extra caution while examining such an email address, as the scammers may misspell an official Otsuka email address and use a slightly modified version duplicating letters.
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How much does a managing director earn in Topeka, KS?
The average managing director in Topeka, KS earns between $57,000 and $190,000 annually. This compares to the national average managing director range of $72,000 to $233,000.
Average managing director salary in Topeka, KS
$104,000
What are the biggest employers of Managing Directors in Topeka, KS?
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