Senior Director (m/f/d), Head of Global Strategic Workforce Planning & InsightsJoin to apply for the Senior Director (m/f/d), Head of Global Strategic Workforce Planning & Insights role at Daiichi Sankyo Europe GmbHSenior Director (m/f/d), Head of Global Strategic Workforce Planning & Insights3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Senior Director (m/f/d), Head of Global Strategic Workforce Planning & Insights role at Daiichi Sankyo Europe GmbHPassion for Innovation. Compassion for Patients.With over 120 years of experience and approximately 19,000 employees in more than 30 countries/regions, Daiichi Sankyo is dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering new standards of care that enrich the quality of life around the world.In Europe, we focus on two areas: The goal of our Specialty Business is to protect people from cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in Europe, and help patients who suffer from it to enjoy every precious moment of life.In Oncology, we are driving innovation in solid tumours and blood cancers, founded on breakthrough science from our own labs in Japan. We aspire to create better tomorrows for people living with cancer and their loved ones.Our European headquarters are in Munich, Germany, and we have affiliates in 15 European countries and Canada.For Daiichi Sankyo Europe we are seeking qualified candidates to fill the position ofSenior Director (m/f/d), Head of Global Strategic Workforce Planning & Insights The position:Leads the global design and implementation of a forward-thinking strategic workforce planning strategy that aligns with DS’s business goals and designs strategic workforce planning programs in accordance with our People philosophyPlays a crucial part in ensuring the organization has the necessary talent and capabilities to drive innovation, operational success and long-term sustainabilityWorks closely with business leaders, HR teams, HRBPs, Talent Partners and other key stakeholders to optimize workforce planning, talent pipelines, and workforce agility in a rapidly evolving marketProvides oversight and direction to the Strategic Workforce Planning team to ensure global consistency where possibleParticipates in the Talent, Performance and Development global leadership team and acts as a key advisor to Global HR Leadership Team on strategic workforce planning related mattersScope of role includes DSE, DSI, and DSJ, and may include other regions/management units as needed to reflect changes to the business modelRoles And ResponsibilitiesStrategic LeadershipAs a member of the Talent, Performance and Development Leadership Team, contribute to the development of the Talent, Performance and Development strategy, policies and processes and define the strategic workforce planning strategy that underpins thisProvide guidance and direction to Strategic Workforce Planning team, managing escalations and driving consistency across programs and regionsLead Global Strategic Workforce Planning team members, supporting them in achieving their goals, creating a positive work environment, encouraging motivation and performance, developing their skills and managing conflictAllocate and manage the budget and human resources in the Global Strategic Workforce Planning teamEnsure that DS’ strategic workforce planning processes support the company’s commitment to inclusion and diversityImplementation and DevelopmentEstablish a global framework for strategic workforce planning and oversee activation and adoptionDevelop and execute strategic workforce planning initiatives to align talent strategies with business needs, R&D pipeline demands, and regulatory changesSupport organizational design initiatives that foster agility, innovation, and a future-ready workforceAnalytics and TechnologyUtilize workforce analytics, predictive modeling, and talent insights to assess workforce supply and demand, skills gaps, and determine key SWP actionsDevelop KPIs and other metrics to evaluate the impact of programs and direct periodic analysis to identify opportunities for improvementsFacilitate periodic benchmarking and market-related research on strategic workforce planning methodologies and determine necessary policy/program changes to continuously enhance DS’ offeringsDrive the adoption of HR technologies and automation to enhance workforce planning and operational efficiency, including collaborating withHuman Resource Information System (HRIS) team to define/implement program functionality requirements for global HRISStakeholder ManagementPartner with HR, Finance, and business unit leaders to integrate workforce planning into broader business and financial strategies and assess/determine strategic workforce planning needs in DSCollaborate with the Talent Management team and HRBPs to ensure that strategic workforce planning tools and processes effectively address skill and capability gaps and support DS’ long-term talent strategy, including upskilling, reskilling, and career mobility programsPartner with Workforce Analytics and Employee Insights Teams to ensure right talent and workforce related insights are being prioritized and addressedManage relationships with external vendors/partners that support the delivery of programs and maintain global preferred supplier listsEducate business leadership on DS‘ strategic workforce planning capabilities and advantages of adopting these practices into their Unit’s long-term planningHelp build capability of other HR team members to use Strategic workforce planning tools25% travel is expected, but actual amounts can vary depending on business prioritiesPersonal skills and professional experience:Bachelor’s degreeMaster’s degree10 or more years of relevant experience in strategic workforce planning, ideally within the pharma, biotech, or life sciences sectors or alternative relevant experience4 or more years of:Strategic Vision: Proven ability to develop and execute workforce strategies that support business growth and operational excellenceAnalytical Proficiency: Strong expertise in workforce analytics, HR data interpretation, and predictive modelingExperience managing complex project delivery in global/multicultural collaborationExperience managing, coaching and developing direct reports and leading global strategic workforce planning teamsExperience developing and implementing strategic workforce planning strategies and programsTechnical knowledge of workforce planning tools, HR Systems and strategic workforce planning trends and processes including digital transformation trendsUnderstands latest strategic workforce planning technology and systemsStakeholder Influence: Ability to engage, influence, and collaborate with senior executives and cross-functional teamsUse of data analytics to monitor and predict strategic workforce planning future needsProven success in supporting rapid organizational growth through effective strategic workforce planning programsKnowledge of best-in-class strategic workforce planning practices in key industry groupsBusiness fluent EnglishJapanese or German would be a plusCore skills for all leadership rolesRole models Core Values and Core BehaviorsEffectively aligns individuals and key stakeholders with differing viewpoints to organizational goals and decisionsPlaces a high priority on developing others, through coaching, feedback, exposure, and stretch assignmentSpecific level of personal skills for jobBroad and comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles within own discipline and knowledge of these elements in other disciplinesIn-depth understanding of how own organization subfunction integrates within the organization function and commercial awarenessManagement responsibility through subordinate managersEvaluate situations using multiple sources of informationDeveloped communication skills, ability to negotiate mainly internally and often at higher levelsWhy work with us?Working at Daiichi Sankyo is more than just a job – it is your chance to make a difference and change patients’ lives for the better. We can only achieve this ambitious goal together. That is why we foster a culture of mutual respect and continuous learning, with a strong commitment to inclusion and diversity. Here, you will have the opportunity to grow, think boldly, and contribute your ideas. If you have a proactive mindset and passion for addressing the needs of patients, we eagerly await your application.For more information: www.daiichi-sankyo.euWhat we offerExcellent BenefitsWork-Life-BalanceGrowth and DevelopmentHealth and Wellbeing SupportSeniority levelSeniority levelExecutiveEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionOtherIndustriesPharmaceutical ManufacturingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Daiichi Sankyo Europe GmbH by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Senior Director (m/f/d), Head of Global Strategic Workforce Planning & Insights” roles.Head of People Business Partner Division Mobility (f/m/d)Head of People Business Partner Division Industry & Infrastructure (f/m/d)Talent Acquisition Manager / Recruiting Manager (m/f/d)Talent Acquisition Manager / Recruiting Manager (m/w/d)Head of IT department (m/f/d) with responsibility for strategic digitization and modern IT projectsWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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