Product Operations Leader, Innovative Portfolio

Who we are

The opportunity

The Technology & Global Operations (TGO) Strategy team is the engine behind our enterprise transformation.  We set the vision and deliver the roadmap that powers growth, innovation, and operational excellence across the organization. Our mandate spans network strategy, business development execution, and product strategy, ensuring that technology and operations are not just enablers—but competitive advantages. We lead the transformation strategy to modernize platforms, optimize global processes, and unlock new capabilities that scale with the business. By partnering across functions and markets, TGO Strategy turns bold ideas into actionable plans that drive measurable impact and position the company for long-term success. 

As the Product Operations Leader (POL), Innovative Portfolio, you are responsible for the end-to-end operational leadership and execution of Teva’s innovative medicines portfolio.  You will ensure reliable supply, commercial success, and lifecycle value maximization for innovative assets by bridging R&D, Commercial, and Operations functions.  You will lead cross-functional teams from development through commercialization and lifecycle management, translating product strategy into operational execution and representing Operations/CMC on the global product team.  As a key driver of Teva’s “Pivot to Growth” strategy, you will be accountable for operational excellence, supply continuity, and the successful launch and lifecycle management of innovative products.  

This role has a specific focus on the 3 to 10-year lifecycle phase of innovative products, ensuring sustained value, supply, and performance during this critical period.  You will be actively involved in the pre-launch and launch phases 0-3 years, partnering closely with R&D, Commercial, and Launch Management to ensure seamless transition from development to commercialization and to set the foundation for long-term success.

How you’ll spend your day

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead cross-functional Operations/CMC teams for assigned innovative products throughout their lifecycle (from pre-clinical through commercial stages).
• Develop and execute product supply and lifecycle strategies, ensuring alignment with global product strategy and commercial objectives for innovative assets.
• Serve as the primary Operations/CMC representative on the global product team, partnering with Commercial, R&D, Medical, Regulatory, and Supply Chain leaders.
• Bridge R&D, Commercial, and Operations functions to ensure seamless product development, launch, and lifecycle management.
• Partner with Launch Management to ensure successful and timely launches of innovative products, providing operational leadership and alignment across functions.
• Provide operational leadership and oversight during the pre-launch and launch phases, ensuring readiness for commercial supply and market entry.
• Drive sustained value, supply continuity, and performance during the 3 to 10-year lifecycle phase, proactively managing risks, opportunities, and lifecycle extensions.
• Translate product strategy into actionable operational plans, including supply chain, manufacturing, quality, and technical risk management, with a focus on innovative product requirements.
• Oversee product governance within Operations, ensuring prioritization and resource allocation across the innovative portfolio.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Represent Operations/CMC in portfolio governance and external stakeholder interactions as needed.
• Support the implementation of Teva’s network strategy for innovative products, including dual sourcing, technology transfers, and site optimization.
• In conjunction with MTS manages and periodically reviews process performance ( including analytical)  to ensure robustness and zero fail supply 
• Coordinate cross-functional launch teams to resolve operational issues, manage timelines, and ensure seamless execution.
• Develops and manages product COGS profile and defines opportunities to reduce and manage product cost profile

Your experience and qualifications

Any equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience that fulfills the requirements of the position will be considered.

• Advanced degree (BS/MS/PhD) is required.  A concentration in life sciences, engineering, or business is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry, with significant leadership in product management, supply chain, or technical operations for innovative medicines.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex product lifecycles.
• Requires a deep understanding of commercial markets, regulatory requirements, and technical operations for innovative assets.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Experience with global product launches, lifecycle management, and risk mitigation for innovative products.
• Ability to travel internationally (approx. 20%).

Compensation Data

The annual starting salary for this position is between $235,000 – 309,000 annually.  Factors which may affect starting salary within this range and level of role may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Enjoy a more rewarding choice

We offer a competitive benefits package, including: 

• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage starting on the first day of employment, providing the employee enrolls. 
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match, up to 6% and an annual 3.75% Defined Contribution to the 401k plan. 
• Time Off: Paid Time Off including vacation, sick/safe time, caretaker time and holidays. 
• Life and Disability Protection: Company paid Life and Disability insurance. 
• Additional benefits include, but are not limited to, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Life Style Spending Account, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, if eligible , Family Building Benefits, Virtual Physical Therapy, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurances, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Plan, Voluntary Life Insurance and Long Term Disability and more.  

The total compensation may also include restricted stock units and discretionary awards, depending on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.  

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