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This role is in support of Cencora's global logistics and storage services marketed through our World Courier business. We're looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking Director of Innovation to lead groundbreaking initiatives, drive transformative change, and shape the future of our organization through creative strategies and visionary leadership.
Job Responsibility:
Own the innovation strategy, governance and funnel
Collaborate with the VP of Business Transformation & Growth and Strategy Manager to define and implement an innovation strategy
Drive the implementation of the innovation process and governance
Generate a new innovation pipeline
Chair the Innovation Councils and manage quarterly portfolio reviews in partnership with VMO and IT
Build & run an external Innovation Council
Build & run an internal Innovation Council
Collaborate with VMO and IT in preparing quarterly project portfolio reviews
Foster a culture of innovation within the organization
Partner with Strategy team for foresight and market trends
Work closely with WC Strategy team to maintain an active external radar
Effectively include WC Strategy team to drive key market analyses
Partner with VMO to track execution and benefit realization
Establish key performance indicators (KPIs)
Secure complete handoff of initiatives from innovation funnel to VMO project portfolio
Coordinate with Cencora enterprise innovation
Partner with VP of Business Transformation & Growth to maintain a direct line with communication with Cencora enterprise innovation team
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Innovation Management, or a related field
A Master’s degree or MBA is preferred
Extensive proven experience in innovation management, R&D, business transformation, or a related role within the pharmaceutical or pharma logistics industries
Proven track record of successfully leading and implementing customer-facing innovative projects and initiatives that drive business growth and operational efficiency
Experience in managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with various stakeholders to achieve project objectives
Strong passion for and curiosity about new and innovative solutions
Thorough knowledge and understanding of pharmaceutical or pharma logistics business principles, processes and technology
Strong problem solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
Highly detail-oriented with the ability to effectively manage multiple projects at a time
Ability to chair meetings, prepare and present high quality materials to senior (senior director and above) audiences
Ability to work independently as well as within a team in high-pressure situations, with ambiguity and a variety of moving parts