Sr. Manager, Strategic Planning

Job Description

Role Purpose

The Sr. Strategy Manager will serve as a core strategic intelligence & insight partner, providing senior leadership with real-time strategic insights to inform long-term strategic direction , expand near-term decision options , and shape company China strategy.

This role will build a holistic view on China macro dynamics, global perspectives on China market, China pharmaceutical market dynamics, competitive intelligence , monitoring these trends and translating into clear strategic implications, options, and recommendations for China.

Key Responsibilities

1. China Macro Dynamics & Global Perspectives on China market

• Monitor China macro dynamics, and identify potential opportunities and risks for our company

2. China Pharmaceutical Industry & Long‑Term Strategy Insight

• Track and analyze China Pharmaceutical Industry trends , develop a holistic, forward‑looking view in close partnership with cross-functional teams
• Synthesize disparate signals into clear strategic narratives

3. China Pharmaceutical Industry & Long‑Term Strategy Insight

• Monitor strategic movements of leading pharmaceutical/biotech players
• Translate competitor activity into actionable strategic implications, risks, and opportunities for China

4. China Pharmaceutical Industry & Long‑Term Strategy Insight

• Analyze annual and quarterly performance results
• Communicate concise insights on implications to China

5. China Pharmaceutical Industry & Long‑Term Strategy Insight

• Integrate insights across macro trends, industry dynamics, competitor intelligence into a coherent strategic view
• Act as a trusted thought partner to leadership on evolving strategic topics

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, or related field; MBA or equivalent business training preferred
• 6–10+ years of experience in pharma strategy, consulting, corporate strategy, or commercial excellence
• Strong understanding of China pharma market dynamics and MNC operating models
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information into clear executive insights

Critical Capabilities

• Strong strategic thinking with external orientation
• Excellent written and verbal executive communication
• Solid analytic ability to connect commercial, financial, and industry signals
• High learning agility and comfort with ambiguity
• Intellectual curiosity and strategic insight
• Hands-on, proactive, and execution-oriented mindset

Required Skills:

Adaptability, Biopharmaceutical Industry, Business Strategies, Competitive Intelligence Analysis, Corporate Strategy Development, Life Science, Market Research, Pharmaceutical Market, Strategic Insights, Strategic Intelligence, Strategic Planning, Strategic Thinking

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Job Posting End Date:

07/31/2026

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