Pfizer

Business Excellence Sr Manager

Pfizer$124K — $207K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 6+ years experience, or a master's with 5+ years, or a PhD with 1+ year experience.
  • 5-8 years in the generic pharmaceutical industry with a strong performance record; at least 3 years in commercial operations.
  • Proven leadership skills in achieving organizational goals and commitments.
  • Expertise in Hospital & Biosimilar markets.
  • Experience in leading large continuous improvement initiatives for operational and financial results.
  • Strong ability to influence teams in a complex, matrix environment.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Translate commercial effectiveness strategies into tailored market solutions.
  • Lead complex projects utilizing AI, ML, and other technologies to enhance strategic growth.
  • Develop intuitive dashboards that convert data into actionable insights for the commercial market.
  • Create business cases for technology initiatives detailing benefits, resources, and budgets.
  • Collaborate with the Commercial Innovation Director to address business needs in digital development.
  • Support sales execution and decision-making through data-driven insights.
  • Evaluate digital assets for optimal user experience based on business insights.

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
  • Paid caregiver, parental, and medical leave.
  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Relocation assistance may be available.
Full Job Description

ROLE SUMMARY

The Business Excellence Senior Manager is responsible for strengthening commercial performance across assigned commercial markets through ideation and implementation of insights, tools and best practices. This role will be responsible for close partnership with commercial leaders within their assigned markets, understand advanced analytical and best practice needs to deliver on GH&B goals. They will also work to harmonize consistent process effectiveness and excellence across all GH&B commercial departments as well as manage and lead implementation of enterprise-wide culture initiatives.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Translates global commercial effectiveness strategies into market-ready solutions tailored to diverse market needs.

  • Commercial lead for complex projects leveraging artificial intelligence, machine learning, web bots, databases, etc. and gain a deeper understanding of the GH&B market, identify trends and opportunities, forecast future outcomes, to support data-driven business decisions that improve efficiency and drive strategic growth.

  • Represent business needs in ideating, designing and deploying intuitive dashboards that transform raw data into meaningful reports, tailored to meet the unique needs of their assigned commercial market to help make informed decisions quickly.

  • Develop sound business cases related to technology business decision projects, detailing the benefits, drawbacks, resources and needed budget.

  • Work closely with the Commercial Innovation and Excellence Director to articulate commercial business needs, so they can effectively operationalize in digital development.

  • Supports GTM optimization, sales execution, and decision-making through data-driven insights.

  • Evaluate digital assets to ensure optimal colleague experience steeped in deep business and customer insights.

  • Diagnose performance trends using analytics to inform resource allocation and commercial decision-making.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Commercial, Medical, Portfolio, Digital) to drive integrated market execution.

  • Embed commercial best practices across markets and support improvements to sales execution and GTM models

  • Manage and lead implementation of enterprise-wide culture initiatives.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 6 years of
    experience; OR a master's degree with at least 5 years of experience; OR a PhD with 1+ years of experience

  • 5-8 years of experience in the generic pharmaceutical industry with strong history of achievement and performance; 3 years of commercial operations experience.

  • Proven ability to lead a team to accomplish organizational commitments and goals.

  • Understanding andexpertisein the Hospital & Biosimilar markets.

  • Demonstrated development and implementation of large continuous improvement initiatives leading toimprovedoperational and financial results.

  • Intellectual rigor and flexibility/tenacity to identify and manage strategic trade-offs.

  • Strong leadership skills; experience influencing and leading highly effective teams in a complex, fluid and multidisciplinary, matrix environment without formal authority.

  • Takes initiative and works proactively with a positive attitude; self-starter with ability to work independently or collaboratively as part of a team.

  • Excellent verbal/written communication, listening and presentation skills; ability to pull together information from multiple (sometimes disparate) sources and synthesize it in a manner that allows users to more clearly understand.

  • Evidence of strong influence/negotiation prowess and relationship management capabilities; proven ability to build cross-functional relationships both laterally and hierarchically across the organization.

  • Demonstrated ability to work on multiple critical and complex projects with a wide-ranging group of constituents; proven track record of being able to prioritize and achieve successful outcomes; ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines.


Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.


OTHER JOB DETAILS:

  • Last Day to Apply: June 9, 2026.

  • Work Location Assignment:Hybrid, 2-3 days onsite/week, US or EU Commercial Pfizer site required (per Pfizer’s Log infor Your Day Policy).


Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.
 

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $124,400.00 to $207,400.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 17.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.

U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.

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About Pfizer

Hospira, Inc. is the provider of injectable drugs and infusion technologies. Through its broad, integrated portfolio, Hospira is uniquely positioned to Advance Wellness™ by improving patient and caregiver safety while reducing healthcare costs. The company is headquartered in Lake Forest, Ill., and has approximately 16,000 employees.

Pfizer Careers

Joining Pfizer’s global team offers more than just job opportunities; it’s a chance to be a part of a company that leads with science and innovates for better health. As a leading biopharmaceutical company, Pfizer is at the forefront of transforming lives through innovation, leadership, and diversity. Work You’ll Do At Pfizer, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry, engaging in work that enhances global health and saves lives. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, professional growth, and inclusivity, making every day a learning opportunity. Here, your skills will be honed, your professional acumen will be expanded, and you will be part of a team that values the power of diverse insights to drive success. Pfizer’s Leadership and Growth Lead and innovate with Pfizer, where we value the growth of each employee. Our leadership is committed to providing employees with the training and resources needed to excel in their careers. Pfizer offers a variety of career paths, including roles in research, marketing, finance, technology, and more, each offering a unique blend of challenges and rewards. Internship and Employment Opportunities Start your career with Pfizer through our internship programs or dive straight into a full-time position. We are hiring individuals who are passionate about healthcare and who seek to make a difference in the world. Our internships provide invaluable industry experience, networking opportunities, and a potential pathway to full-time employment. Benefits and Culture Pfizer is dedicated to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued and can achieve their full potential. We offer competitive benefits packages that support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. At Pfizer, you’ll find a culture that encourages collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. Join Our Team Explore the numerous job opportunities at Pfizer by searching open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for driven, curious, and innovative team players who are ready to advance their careers in a transformative company. Stay Connected Keep up to date with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Pfizer. Interview and Resume Tips Prepare for your future with Pfizer by utilizing our resources for resume building and interview preparation. We provide guidance on how to effectively showcase your skills and experiences to align with the needs of a position at Pfizer. Our goal is to help you succeed in securing a role that suits your professional goals and personal growth aspirations. Pfizer: A Place Where You Can Make a Difference Every position at Pfizer contributes to our mission of making the world a healthier place. Whether through direct patient care, research innovation, or corporate roles that support our operations, your work will have global impact. Join us in our journey to change lives—explore Pfizer careers today.
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Net Income
$9.6 billion
Founded
1849
5 Year Trend
+9%
Revenue
$41.9 billion
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