Senior manager technology strategy analyst

Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd., is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, cell & gene therapies and CNS. With several marketed products and a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage investigational assets, we aim to accelerate discovery, research, and development to bring novel therapies to patients sooner. For more information on SMPA, visit our website or follow us on LinkedIn.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• ?Act as the primary liaison to the organization, representing your clients needs and driving alignment with broader capabilities and initiatives.

• Consult on strategic business priorities to identify solutions that offer the highest value and greatest impact.

• Facilitate collaboration across stakeholders and teams to ensure seamless execution, prioritization, and follow-through of efforts.

• Monitor progress and outcomes to ensure solutions are delivering value and meeting the needs of stakeholders.

• Educate business partners in BI tools, capabilities, and data literacy concepts to foster a culture of data-driven decision-making.

• Help define, refine, and translate business needs into data questions, metrics, and solutions that align with Operational goals.

• Identify overlapping business needs and opportunities to scale solutions across teams for greater efficiency and impact.

• Serve as a change agent - helping leaders adopt new ways of thinking about and using data through consultative guidance and empathetic support.

• Stay informed about the IT roadmap and upcoming initiatives to proactively guide business partners and manage expectations.

• Maintain clear, concise documentation of needs and decisions.

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficient in tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization platforms (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI); not expected to be a technical expert but comfortable working within a business intelligence ecosystem.

• Strong understanding of how data and analytics support business operations, particularly within underwriting domains.

• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving skills and a systems mindset; able to ask the right questions, synthesize insights across lines of business, and guide stakeholders through ambiguity.

• Solid understanding of financial services product offerings, distribution channels, and the competitive landscape, with the ability to translate external trends into internal strategy

• Familiarity with one or more operational domains (e.g., Pharma, Biotech, or Life Science etc.), with the ability to tailor analytics solutions to the unique needs and workflows of each area.

• Proven ability to communicate the strategic value of data and analytics, and to guide cross-functional stakeholders in developing and adopting data strategies across business units.

• Exposure to business intelligence concepts such as KPIs vs metrics, data governance, or data literacy.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust, influence without authority, and communicate complex concepts clearly to non-technical audiences.

• Excellent documentation skills with the ability to clearly capture and communicate business needs, statuses, and outcomes to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple initiatives while maintaining attention to detail and a focus on value.

• Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments and drive alignment across diverse perspectives.

• Experience in supporting change management efforts or influencing adoption of new tools, processes, or cultural shifts.

• Adept at identifying themes, synthesizing information, and drawing meaningful insights from conversations and data.

Education level and/or relevant experience(s):

• 8+ years of experience in business intelligence, internal consulting, relationship management, or strategy-focused role

• 3+ years of demonstrated ability to think strategically, connect solutions to business outcomes, and guide stakeholders through ambiguity.

• 2+ years of experience delivering business updates to leadership, including crafting concise executive summaries for senior stakeholders.

• 2+ years of experience supporting a large-scale enterprise initiatives.

The base salary range for this role is $153,200 to $191,500. Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state. Our robust time-off policy includes flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December, 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter. Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including candidate experience, skills, education and other factors permitted by law.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Confidential Data : All information (written, verbal, electronic, etc.) that an employee encounters is considered confidential.

Compliance : Achieve and maintain Compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal and operational rules and procedures, by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) and affiliates are carried out with the "best" industry practices and the highest ethical standards.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Mental/Physical Requirements : Fast paced environment handling multiple demands. Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Requires ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd., is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, cell & gene therapies and CNS. With several marketed products and a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage investigational assets, we aim to accelerate discovery, research, and development to bring novel therapies to patients sooner. For more information on SMPA, visit our website or follow us on LinkedIn.

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) endeavors to make its application process accessible to all. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact SMPA at [email protected]

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At Sumitomo Pharma America, our work is guided by the Sumitomo Pharma mission, vision and values, which tie closely to our company's cultural pillars.

Our Mission

To broadly contribute to society through value creation based on innovative research and development activities for the betterment of healthcare and fuller lives of people worldwide

Our Vision

For Longer and Healthier Lives, we unlock the future with cutting edge technology and ideas