Why Sarepta? Why Now?
The promise of genetic medicine has arrived, and Sarepta is at the forefront. We hold a leadership position in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (Duchenne) and are building a robust portfolio of programs across muscle, central nervous system, and cardiac diseases. In 2023, we launched our fourth therapy and the first ever gene therapy to treat Duchenne.
We’re looking for people who see unlimited potential in themselves and who are motivated by an unwavering commitment to patients.
What Sarepta Offers
At Sarepta, we care deeply about all the people in our community and believe in the importance of supporting them in all aspects of their lives. We aspire to maintain a culture that acknowledges people bring their whole selves to work, and we will strive to help everyone in our community integrate their work and personal lives while maintaining productivity. We are committed to offering a range of benefits and work-life resources designed to support people in the following areas:
For a full list of our comprehensive benefits, see our website: https://www.sarepta.com/join-us
The Importance of the Role
The Director, Medical Operations & Platform Management is a strategic operational leader within Global Medical Affairs (GMA), responsible for driving operational excellence across the Global Medical Affairs enterprise and the small interfering RNA (siRNA) platform. This role oversees planning, execution, and governance of key initiatives. The Director will partner with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, manage resources, and support the delivery of high-quality outputs that support Sarepta’s mission and scientific engagement strategy.
The Opportunity to Make a Difference
Enterprise Operations Lead
- Develop and maintain enterprise-level operational frameworks and processes to ensure efficiency and consistency across GMA.
- Develop dashboards and reporting frameworks to provide leadership with insights on enterprise operations and project performance; ensure coordination and alignment across Platform Management.
- Identify and implement best practices to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency across medical operations.
- Lead the planning, implementation, and change management for new systems, processes, organizational initiatives, and cross-portfolio projects impacting multiple platforms and/or functions.
- Oversee vendor management processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
- Proactively identify and lead high-impact initiatives that advance GMA’s strategic priorities and operational excellence, adapting to emerging business needs and opportunities.
Platform Management: siRNA
- Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of medical initiatives across GMA in collaboration with Medical Strategy.
- Partner with the Medical Strategy function and cross-functional teams to plan for data disclosures (i.e. project manage development of materials for internal and external audience).
- Coordinate internal communications and meetings: agenda development, note-taking, action tracking, and stakeholder alignment.
- Drive execution of key projects and initiatives and ensure timely delivery.
- Oversee resource allocation and ensure timely MRC submissions.
- Manage platform budgets, forecasting, and reporting.
- Lead vendor and contract management for applicable deliverables; ensure quality and adherence to timelines.
- Support governance processes for publications, PRC/MRC submissions, and external engagements.
- Provide input into GMA reporting and synthesize insights for leadership and cross-functional teams.
More about You
- Bachelor’s Degree required; preference for Master’s degree in Business Administration or other
- 10 – 12 years of organizational experience in a biotech/pharmaceutical company or related experience to role
- Strong ability to multi-task and drive forward movement on multiple projects at the same time; ability to work with fast paced, collaborative, cross-functional teams
- Previous project management experience and skill
- Ability to identify bottlenecks/issues and suggest solutions
- Ability to learn and execute on new processes
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communications (verbal and written) skills are essential with flawless attention to detail
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Windows: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Recognized by former peers, colleagues, managers and direct reports for attributes congruent with Sarepta Values: Patient Mission, Scientific Rigor, Simplicity, Bias to Action, One Sarepta, Trust
What Now?
We’re always looking for solution-oriented, critical thinkers.
So, if you’re comfortable with ambiguity and candor, relish challenging yourself, and place kindness and integrity at the forefront of how you approach your peers and work, then we encourage you to apply.
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This position is hybrid, you will be expected to work on site at one of Sarepta’s facilities in the United States and/or attend Company-sponsored in-person events from time to time.
The targeted salary range for this position is $180,000 - $225,000 per year. Sarepta is making a good faith effort to be transparent and accurate around our hiring ranges. The salary offer is commensurate with Sarepta’s compensation philosophy and considers factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, external market conditions, criticality of role, and internal equity.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Sarepta Therapeutics offers a competitive compensation and benefit package.
Sarepta Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and participates in e-Verify.