Pfizer

Director, AI Product / Program Facilitator

Pfizer$162K — $271K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 8+ years experience; OR Master's with 7+ years; OR Ph.D. with 5+ years.
  • Strong background in program/product management and delivery for complex multi-stakeholder projects.
  • Proven experience in crafting and presenting business cases to executive leadership.
  • Ability to manage technical delivery programs from start to finish, including planning and risk assessment.
  • Fluent in AI concepts, able to communicate effectively with technical teams.
  • Experience in coordinating between vendors, contractors, and internal teams within scope and budget constraints.
  • Exceptional communication skills, especially in simplifying complex topics.

Responsibilities

  • Define and align commercial strategy with operational execution to solve critical business problems.
  • Develop and advocate for the business case, determining investment priorities and scaling opportunities.
  • Lead AI-first initiatives, prioritizing automation and intelligent solutions in work processes.
  • Ensure accountability for project results, adjusting strategies to meet commercial outcomes effectively.
  • Manage a hybrid team of individuals and AI agents, optimizing their collaboration and output.
  • Oversee program management, tracking milestones and ensuring timely delivery of objectives.
  • Report and communicate project status, risks, and decisions to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions and additional retirement savings options.
  • Paid vacation, holiday, and personal days.
  • Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave.
  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with potential bonuses.
  • Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs.
Full Job Description
As Director, you turn AI transformation ambition into a running, producing initiative. You own making it real: operationalizing the business case, the outcomes, the business teams you serve, the partnerships, and the hybrid team of people and agents that delivers. You are strategic enough to shape where this goes and hands-on enough to build it yourself. This is not a role you run from a distance. You partner closely with your technical lead, who builds to the direction you set. Why This Role Matters Complex AI work moves only as fast as its weakest coordination point. As part of how Pfizer turns its AI ambition into delivered outcomes, you create the operational discipline that lets a small, senior, technical team move at pace without losing control. You sit between strategy and execution and you're accountable for both. Candidate Profile You are a commercial operator who is strategic but still produces. You've owned outcomes and cross-functional technical teams, and you're as comfortable in a room with senior leaders and engineering stakeholders. You have deep domain instinct, real AI fluency, and a bias to build What you will achieve: 1) Vision & Strategy -Know the commercial strategy well enough to judge which problems are worth solving, set the direction for the initiative, and keep the work anchored to the outcomes the business actually cares about. 2) Business Case & Commercial Logic - Build the business case and carry it forward. Size the opportunity, define the bet, and make the call on where to invest and where to stop. You produce this - you don't commission it. 3) AI-First Leadership - Lead this as an AI-first effort, not a conventional program with AI added on top. Push the team to reach for AI where it changes the shape of the work, hold automation and intelligence as the default rather than the exception, and set the ways of working the rest of the portfolio can learn from. 4) Business Outcomes - Own the result and the work that gets there. Tie the initiative to commercial outcomes and drive measurable movement on them. When something isn't working, you're close enough to the work to catch it and change course 5) Hybrid Team & Delivery - Lead a team that is part people, part agents, and produce alongside it. Decide what humans do, what agents do, and how they work together - then build. You set the operating model and you stay in the work 6) Program & Delivery Management - Own the initiative plan and key milestones. Drive cadence and ceremonies, track progress against goals, manage dependencies and critical path, and keep delivery on schedule. 7) Reporting & Communication - Produce clear, honest status for the VP, business sponsor, and governance forums. Maintain the single source of truth on status, decisions, and risks. Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements) - Bachelor's degree with at least 8+ years of experience; OR a Master's degree with more than 7+ years of experience; OR a Ph.D. with 5+ years of experience. - Experience with program or product management, delivery, or technical program cross-functional team management, including complex multi-stakeholder programs. - Experience building a business case and operating credibly with executive-level leadership. - Demonstrated ability to run technical delivery programs end-to-end - plans, milestones, dependencies, and risk. - Working fluency in AI / technical delivery - able to engage credibly with engineers on what is being built and why. - Experience coordinating vendors, contractors, and internal teams against scope, schedule, and budget. - Strong facilitation and stakeholder management, including with senior executives. - Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to make complexity legible. Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements): - Experience in commercial pharma or regulated environments, and familiarity with promotional-review and compliance workflows. - Experience with agile delivery and modern program-management and collaboration tooling. - Exposure to AI- or data-driven products and delivery. - PMP, agile, or equivalent certification. Other job details: Last Day to Apply: June 21, 2026 Location: Selected candidate must be onsite 2.5x weekly. The annual base salary for this position ranges from $162,900.00 to $271,500.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 20.0% 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.This role is posted in multiple locations. If you are applying for the role in an secondary job posting location where pay transparency regulations apply, your Talent Advisor will share the local pay information with you during the first interview. Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

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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Size
79,000 employees
Market Cap
$285.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$9.6 billion
Founded
1849
5 Year Trend
+9%
Revenue
$41.9 billion
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