Vice President, Head of Portfolio, Programs and Alliance Management (PPAM)

You are interested in…

• Establishing the vision and strategy for the PPAM function and being accountable for the overall framework for how programs and alliances are managed and advanced at Tessera
• Guiding and empowering Program Managers to drive the development and management of integrated program plans (including timelines, assumptions, scenarios, risks, critical path, decision maps, goals, and budget drivers)
• Establishing and continuously improving PPAM capabilities, tools, and practices
• Leading management and facilitating governance forums, programs strategy and programs/portfolio prioritization
• Partnering with Finance and Corporate Development to prepare for Portfolio Reviews
• Facilitating and contributing to the Programs/Portfolio goal setting & tracking, in line with enterprise goals
• Systematically monitoring program risks and trends across the portfolio. Ensuring timely escalation of issues and proposed mitigation strategies as appropriate
• Engaging with functional and enterprise leadership to resolve resource challenges and remove roadblocks
• Fostering an enriching and positive work environment, maximizing impact
• Promoting crisp, transparent, and timely communication, clear decision-making in accordance with Tessera’s decision-making model, and high‑performing program/alliance teams
• Evolving your role over time to meet Tessera’s business needs
• Creating Development KPIs and reporting as appropriate

Your experience includes…

• An advanced degree in life sciences, business or engineering
• 15+ years of industry leadership experience with 10+ years in program leadership and/or alliance management
• A minimum of 7 years as a people manager
• Experience as program leader or in business operations roles
• Strong understanding of cross-functional drug development from preclinical development through commercialization
• Demonstrated ability to bridge science and business interests
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Being well-versed in program management principles, practices, and tools (including Office Timeline, Think-Cell, and Smartsheet/Microsoft Project)
• Thriving in a dynamic and rigorous work environment, coaching and mentoring
• It’s a bonus if you have your Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification or experience in genetic medicines

About you: 

• You are a broad-minded visionary thinker who can lead and influence in a matrixed organization
• You are an active listener who solicits various opinions, and a respectful and open communicator
• You have a strong business acumen than can understand multiple perspectives and anticipate implications across all levels and functions
• You are an entrepreneurial leader with proven ability to navigate through uncertainty
• You are enthusiastic about Tessera’s mission to bring potentially curative treatments to patients and the exciting work it will take to realize it
• You bring positive energy that motivates direct reports and teams to achieve their objectives
• You look forward to embracing PPAM’s vision to make Tessera a well-organized and effective team that enables innovation with high velocity

Tessera leaders are empathetic and transparent coaches with a strong sense of integrity. They are committed to the growth and development of their teams, the organization and themselves. 

Meet your Manager:

All inquiries regarding the posted position should be directed to the Talent Partner (see below). Interested individuals must apply directly to be considered for the opening.

Anne-Virginie Eggimann - Chief Regulatory Officer 

Meet your Talent Partner:

Annie Edminster, Employee Experience and Talent Lead

Tessera offers a competitive package of base and incentive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the health, wellness and financial security of our employees and their families. Benefits currently include group medical, vision and dental coverage, group life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company contribution, tuition reimbursement, and much more.