Strategy Manager

Job Description

Department: CommercialEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: Riyadh - LiferaDescriptionA career at Lifera is more than a job - Liferas mission is to enable the Saudi National Biotech Strategy, help achieve biopharma resilience in Saudi Arabia, and establish Lifera as a leading global biopharma company. A career at Lifera is an opportunity to change the future, contribute to enabling Saudi Arabias Vision 2030 and change lives.Lifera is building a sustainable network of high-tech, end-to-end manufacturing assets and at-scale multiomics capacity to enable therapeutic discovery. Lifera aims to enable Saudi biopharma resilience through local manufacturing across priority essential and life-saving medicines, enable scientific discovery through multiomics, and ultimately to increase access to medicines and health for all. Career training and upskilling are key to what we offer employees. Lifera plans to train a few hundred individuals in specialized biopharma and genomics areas through 2029.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in alignment with the HR policies and procedures deployed at Lifera. Requests for reasonable accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process.Lifera offers employees a robust total rewards program which is thoughtfully designed to support our employees across multiple needs. We encourage you to apply and start a conversation with one of our recruiters.For more information, please visit www.lifera.com.saMain Purpose And Key ResponsibilitiesMain Purpose:The Strategy Manager will play a pivotal role in driving strategic initiatives, fostering innovation, and supporting long-term growth objectives. Reporting to the Director of Strategy, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to shaping the future of our organization in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and refine corporate strategies to support business objectives, including market expansion, product development, and portfolio optimization, in alignment with the companys mission and vision.
• Conduct comprehensive market analysis, competitive intelligence, and industry research to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and threats that may impact the pharmaceutical sector.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, marketing, finance, and regulatory affairs to assess strategic options, prioritize initiatives, and drive implementation plans.
• Lead strategic planning processes, including the formulation of strategic goals, KPIs, and performance metrics to measure progress and success.
• Evaluate potential partnerships, collaborations, and M&A opportunities to enhance the companys competitive position and accelerate growth strategies.
• Prepare executive-level presentations, reports, and recommendations to communicate strategic insights, findings, and recommendations to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Design and develop high-quality executive presentations for engagements with external stakeholders, potential partners, Board of Directors, etc. using industry-standard software.
• Incorporate visual elements, graphics, and animations to enhance the storytelling and engagement of presentations.
• Monitor and track industry dynamics, regulatory changes, and market developments to proactively identify risks and opportunities, and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement by championing best practices, knowledge sharing, and cross-functional collaboration within the organization.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and support to junior team members, fostering their professional development and growth within the organization.

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Life Sciences, Pharmacy. MBA or advanced degree is preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in strategic planning, management consulting, or corporate strategy roles within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
• Proven track record of developing and executing strategic initiatives, with a strong understanding of market dynamics, competitive landscape, and regulatory environment.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information, draw actionable insights, and make data-driven recommendations.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
• Strong leadership capabilities, with the ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams, build consensus, and drive organizational change.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive mindset, high attention to detail, and a passion for driving innovation and continuous improvement.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively while maintaining a focus on delivering results.

Keyskills :
Innovation Industry Research Management Consulting Presentation Skills Leadership Capabilities Strategic Planning Competitive Intelligence Analytical Skills Market Analysis Attention To Detail Continuous Improvement Communication Skills Corpor

About Company

Since day one, we have relentlessly pursued a better way. Our purpose - to redefine the boundaries of ambition - is the reason we do it. We are global experts in shaping and making the built environment. We support clients at every stage of the property lifecycle, from development and consultancy to construction and operations. You can see our impact everywhere: from skylines that form cities around the world to the infrastructure that communities depend on to live, work and play. Together, it all works towards our vision: leading the way to a more connected, resilient and sustainable world. Today, we remain a privately owned business that has grown organically across five global hubs in Europe, Middle East and North Africa, the Americas, Sub Saharan Africa and Asia Pacific. The driving force behind our success is our people who, with their collective expertise, push us to think differently and bravely lead the way. Our culture respects equality, values diversity and encourages individuality - accepting and appreciating all views and beliefs and providing an environment for ideas to come alive. We welcome everyone who shares the Mace values, regardless of background, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or sexual orientation. Drawing on a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, experience and expertise to challenge convention is our strength. Its the reason why we continue to grow and its the secret to how weve built some of the worlds most renowned buildings. Should you need to discuss any reasonable adjustments or require guidance about our recruitment process, please contact inclusiverecruitment@macegroup.com to speak to a member of our team.You can read our diversity and inclusion strategy here .