VP Global Strategy Execution (all genders)
Purpose of the Role
The VP Global Strategy Execution plays a pivotal role in anchoring Evotec’s strategy across the organization. This role reports to the Head of Transformation and is responsible for translating strategic intent into actionable initiatives and ensuring their successful execution. Acting as a sparring partner to senior operational leaders, the manager drives alignment, monitors progress and ensures that strategic priorities deliver measurable impact. The role requires a blend of strategic thinking, operational rigor, and strong stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategy Execution
1. Drive and support the development and refinement of segment and functional strategies in alignment with corporate objectives
2. Translate strategic plans into actionable roadmaps with clear milestones and deliverables for the next 5 years
3. Define and lead a structured operating rhythm with business and functional teams to ensure consistent execution
4. Provide hands-on guidance to project teams, ensuring alignment and momentum throughout implementation
5. Establish and manage an annual strategy review cycle, integrated with corporate planning processes (e.g., budget, innovation board)
6. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and strategic agility
Performance Management
7. Monitor progress of strategic initiatives and track key performance indicators (KPIs)
8. Identify risks and roadblocks early, and develop mitigation strategies
9. Provide regular updates to senior leadership, highlighting progress, challenges, and course corrections
10. Oversee financial tracking of strategic initiatives, including implementation costs, benefits, and investment needs, in close collaboration with Finance
Stakeholder Management & Communication
11. Act as a strategic partner to senior operational and functional leaders, ensuring alignment between strategy and execution
12. Lead cross-functional teams to drive implementation of strategic initiatives
13. Present insights, risks, and recommendations to the Management Board to support executive decision-making
14. Facilitate communication across departments and leadership levels to ensure transparency and engagement
Qualifications:
15. Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Economics, or related field; MBA preferred
16. 5–10+ years of experience in strategy execution, transformation, or project management
17. Strong industry knowledge in biotech/pharma to ensure credibility with senior stakeholders
18. Proven experience in managing complex, cross-functional initiatives
19. Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies
20. Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills
21. Strategic vision and ability to translate strategy into execution.
22. Data-driven decision-making and executive-level communication.
23. Proactive, outcome-oriented, and resilient under pressure.
24. Strong influencing skills across organizational levels and functions.
25. Ability to lead without formal authority and build trust-based relationships.
26. High integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information.
27. Fluent in English; German or French is a plus
FR : Dans le cadre de sa politique Diversité, Evotec étudie, à compétences égales, toutes les candidatures dont celles des personnes en situation de handicap.
ENG : In the frame of our Diversity policy, Evotec considers, with equal competences, all applications including people with disabilities.