US Medical Affairs Business Operations Lead

ROLE SUMMARY The US MA Business Operations Lead, Obesity is a key member of the US Medical Business Operations & Enablement Team. They combine organizational expertise with an understanding of US MA’s strategic priorities to ensure compliant and efficient execution of plans for US Obesity Medical Affairs organization. Broadly, their main objective is to: Provide robust strategic, operational, and budgetary support to the US Obesity Medical Affairs organization. To this end, the US MA Business Operations Lead, Obesity will provide: Lead efforts on behalf of the US Obesity Medical Affairs Lead to establish / optimize / evolve the Medical team to ensure alignment, and monitor efficiency, effectiveness & compliance. Independently lead implementation of new ways of working and ensure dissemination of change management communications for the US Obesity Medical Affairs organization and Operational Excellence team when supporting the US Obesity Medical Category. Serves as key point of coordination and communication between US Medical Affairs, Global Medical Affairs, Operational Excellence Team and Medical Platforms. Provide strategic guidance to US Obesity Medical Affairs colleagues focused on the delivery of high priority projects and senior management requests. Represent the US Obesity Medical Affairs organization in cross functional forums including with commercial teams. Lead budget management and the Operating Plan development to ensure US Obesity MA resources are well balanced to meet strategic objectives both internally and externally. Lead / Co-lead strategic initiatives focused on equity, digital and critical Obesityientific initiatives. The US MA Business Operations Lead, Obesity reports to the US Medical Business Operations & Enablement Team Lead. They directly support the US Obesity Medical Lead and their Leadership Team. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES The US MA Business Operations Lead, Obesity will provide operational support to the US Obesity Medical Lead and partner with the US Obesity Medical Affairs Leadership Team (LT) to ensure efficient functioning of the US Obesity Medical Affairs organization and drive its strategic direction Governance Support effective governance processes/meetings, including US Obesity Medical Affairs LT and other medical governance committees. Responsible for end to end fit for purpose governance planning/execution. Provide thought partnership to the US Obesity Medical Lead on key issues and topics. Help address & coordinate resolution of requests from various stakeholders. Work and align with key internal stakeholders to ensure consistency. Support the US Obesity Medical coordination efforts with Other Category Operational Excellence (including Cross-Category Operational Medical Forum). Strategy Development Lead efforts in partnership with the US Obesity Medical Leads for development of 3-5 year US Obesity Medical Affairs Vision, Strategy & Goals. Provide thought partnership on strategic & operational issues / topics. Lead and/or provide strategic direction for project teams on critical initiatives. Define project scope, set strategic goals/objectives & develop project execution plans with clearly defined milestones/metrics. Drive change & transformations, working collaboratively with US Obesity Medical Affairs colleagues, cross-functional Category & other stakeholders as well as senior leaders to deliver actionable solutions to resolve complex challenges. Effectively facilitate/influence complex & strategic conversations. The US MA Business Operations Lead, Obesity will guide the US Obesity Medical Affairs organization to provide robust operational support for ensuring compliant & efficient functioning. Operational and Budgetary support for US Obesity Medical Affairs organization Lead annual Operating Plan for the US Obesity Category, working closely with Medical Affairs colleagues, Global MA, Platforms, Finance, Commercial, PHI, and other stakeholders Lead development of Operating Plan communication for US Obesity Medical Affairs LT Lead and oversee all budgetary Obesity US operations Ensuring timely contracting and meeting all financial spend targets related to medical activities and projects Lead resource forecasting and tracking to ensure spending is aligned with budget targets Lead efforts for development of US Obesity Medical Affairs specific transparent budget/resource planning and allocation algorithms/models, as well as manage resource planning, allocation & staffing Lead planning/co-ordination of offshore resources, as needed The US MA Business Operations Lead, Obesity will partner with the Obesity Medical Affairs LT to drive implementation of new ways of working Represent in cross functional forums including the US Obesity commercial team. Lead communication between, Global Medical Affairs, Platforms and US Obesity Medical Affairs Organization. Respond to inquiries from US Obesity Medical Affairs Organization on Global Medical Affairs, platform services, new ways of working and change management efforts. Enhancing digital adaptation of technologies: Foster innovation by embedding digital adaptation and building strategy BASIC QUALIFICATIONS Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact. Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree (e.g., masters) highly preferred. Relevant experience required: 8+ years with Bachelor’s degree; 7+ years with Master’s degree Work in a high paced environment Strong Decision-Making skills Entrepreneurial mindset Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with senior levels of management Master at resourcefulness with ability to keep pace with a highly changing environment. Strong strategic thinking skills and ability to lead/ strategic development Excellent business judgment Full knowledge and understanding of all relevant applicable SOPs Proven track record for implementation of projects of strategic importance, on time and within budget Ability to operate effectively in a heavily matrix organization, with experience managing global projects with team members in multiple locations influence without authority Strong communication and interpersonal skills; fluent and able to influence others in spoken and written English Flexibility, the ability to adapt to change, external environment, project Obesityope and direction PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 8+ years of experience in Project Management, Business Operations Prior experience in Medical Affairs is highly preferred. >8 years of experience in pharmaceutical industry or related fields Previous people management experience preferred Understanding and adherence to Project Management methodologies Clinical Trial Experience preferred Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Ability to work independently with shown flexibility and organizational awareness Ability to create & oversee complex projects, including budget management & fiObesityal awareness Ability to effectively collaborate across multiple functions including Medical (Customer Facing and HQ), Medical Information, Corporate Communications, Digital, and Commercial Must be decisive, exercise good judgment in decisions, organized and with the ability to prioritize a large workload. Ability to manage resources, programs and multiple projects. Is a role model of Pfizer’s Values of Courage, Excellence, Equity and Joy Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact NON-STANDARD WORK OBESITYHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS Flexibility to travel 20% of the time, including potential international travel Other Job Details: Last Date to Apply for Job: August 19th, 2026 Additional Location Information: New York, NY; Collegeville, PA; Cambridge, MA; Groton, CT, Tampa, FL Eligible for Relocation Package: No The annual base salary for this position ranges from $176,600.00 to $294,300.00.* In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 20.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States. * The annual base salary for this position in Tampa, FL ranges from $158,800.00 to $264,600.00. This role is posted in multiple locations. If you are applying for the role in an secondary job posting location where pay transparency regulations apply, your Talent Advisor will share the local pay information with you during the first interview. Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility. Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer. U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future. Sunshine Act Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care #J-18808-Ljbffr Pfizer