As a leading global contract research organization (CRO) with a passion for scientific rigor and decades of clinical development experience, Fortrea provides pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device customers a wide range of clinical development, patient access and technology solutions across more than 20 therapeutic areas. With over 19,000 staff conducting operations in more than 90 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe.

This key leadership role within our matrix organization oversees clinical operational activities and performance in an assigned region, emphasizing customer connections and commercial activities. The role involves leading a team of Country Cluster or delivery group leads, with overall accountability for quality management, resource allocation, financial performance, talent retention, and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide operational leadership for a region, driving the organization towards goals in Full Service, FSP, hybrid, and/or Site Readiness business units.
• Set financial targets and be accountable for the region's performance, including growth, financial outcomes, productivity, quality, and employee engagement.
• Exhibit strong leadership within the matrix organization, building internal stakeholder networks and influencing peers and departments.
• Partner with Clinical Delivery Leaders to ensure projects meet budget and timeline requirements.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency and productivity both regionally and globally.
• Manage resources and budget to meet profitability goals.
• Collaborate with BD, SDG, and Operational Delivery leads to identify and support business growth opportunities in the region.
• Serve as a regional or Clinical Network expert in bid-defense meetings.

Requirements:

•    Education level: University/college degree – life sciences preferred or certification in a related allied health profession from an appropriately accredited institution (e.g., nursing certification, medical or laboratory technician)

•    Minimum of 10 (ten) years supervisory experience, including 5 (five) years of managing managers, and 2 (two) years of leading a country(ies) in a healthcare or clinical research setting.
•    Minimum of fifteen (15) years relevant clinical research experience in a pharmaceutical company/CRO

•    Demonstrated ability to identify and lead initiatives that drive company strategy 
•    Demonstrated ability to proactively identify and mitigate delivery and customer satisfaction risks
•    Demonstrated ability to inspire effective teamwork and influence employees within a matrix system
•    Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and deliver to customer needs 
•    Working knowledge and understanding of resource management, tools and team development

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Fortrea is actively seeking motivated problem-solvers and creative thinkers who share our passion for overcoming barriers in clinical trials. Our unwavering commitment is to revolutionize the development process, ensuring the swift delivery of life-changing ideas and therapies to patients in need. Join our exceptional team and embrace a collaborative workspace where personal growth is nurtured, enabling you to make a meaningful global impact. For more information about Fortrea, visit www.fortrea.com.

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