Director, Global Strategy Lead

Overview Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company focused on developing advanced cell therapies. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we pursue therapies across autologous and allogeneic CAR-T, TCR-T, and NK cell-based immunotherapies, with R&D sites worldwide to drive safe, efficacious, and cutting-edge therapeutics for patients. Legend Biotech is seeking a Director, Global Strategy Lead as part of the Strategy and CI team based in Bridgewater, NJ. Role Overview The Director, Global Strategy Lead will lead enterprise transformation initiatives across the organization, integrating Strategy and Lean methodologies to drive sustainable business impact. This role will establish and deploy a structured approach to portfolio management, continuous improvement, and strategic execution aligned with company priorities. This leader will design and implement transformation frameworks that enhance visibility, accountability, and delivery across a global portfolio of initiatives. Projects will include strategic initiatives, operational excellence programs, KPI/dashboard development, organizational redesign, and end-to-end process improvements. Additionally, this role will champion a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging Lean principles and best practices inspired by systems such as the Danaher Business System (DBS), while coaching cross-functional leaders and project teams to deliver measurable results aligned with the company’s mission and long-term strategy. Key Responsibilities Establish and lead enterprise strategic planning and Lean continuous improvement. Develop and execute a standardized framework to manage transformation initiatives and ensure alignment with business strategy and priorities. Own and actively manage the enterprise portfolio of strategic and operational initiatives, ensuring prioritization, resource alignment, and execution discipline. Partner with executive leadership to translate strategy into actionable roadmaps with clear milestones, KPIs, and accountability. Translate commercial strategy into executable initiatives with clear KPIs, timelines, and accountability. Partner with CI team to ensure seamless flow of information on strategic imperatives. Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Market Access, and Customer Experience teams to drive execution excellence. Drive implementation of Lean methodologies and continuous improvement practices across functions to improve efficiency, quality, and performance. Build and maintain executive-level dashboards and reporting mechanisms to provide visibility into transformation progress, risks, and outcomes. Lead regular portfolio reviews with senior leadership to assess progress, reprioritize initiatives, and ensure alignment with evolving business needs. Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to remove barriers, accelerate decision-making, and ensure successful delivery of key initiatives. Champion a culture of accountability, performance management, and continuous improvement. Ensure sustainability of transformation outcomes through standardization, capability building, and change management. This role requires timely decision-making and alignment with GM in China as processes move to implementation. Approvals related to budget and strategic shifts for commercial/pipeline will require higher-level approvals. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in science required; MBA or advanced degree preferred. Background in Pharma/Biotech is essential. 10+ years of experience in transformation, strategy, or operational excellence roles. Proven experience leading enterprise-wide transformation initiatives in complex, matrixed organizations. Strong background in strategic execution required. Demonstrated expertise in Lean methodologies (e.g., Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Daily Management). Experience with Danaher Business System (DBS) or similar performance/Lean systems strongly preferred. Exceptional leadership, facilitation, and influencing skills across all levels of the organization. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a data-driven mindset. Excellent communication and executive presentation skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive results in a fast-paced environment. Strong change management and organizational development experience. Benefits and Pay The base pay range below is what Legend Biotech USA Inc. reasonably expects to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic location. The company reserves the right to modify this range as needed and in accordance with applicable laws. Other types of pay include performance-based bonus and/or equity for eligible roles. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid parental leave, and a comprehensive PTO policy with holidays and additional voluntary benefits. Pay Range (Base Pay): $193,629 - $254,137 USD Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contractors are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech. EEO Statement Legend Biotech is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. Employment is at-will. #J-18808-Ljbffr Legend Biotech US