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Description Overview

This senior leadership role combines the strategic influence of a Chief of Staff with the operational rigor of a Head of Project & Portfolio Management Office (PPMO), while also serving as the global owner of Perrigo’s product portfolio governance. As a trusted advisor to the Chief Scientific Officer (CSO), you will drive scientific strategy, enterprise alignment, and executional excellence. You will lead a global team responsible for portfolio and project management, ensuring innovation is delivered with speed, compliance, and impact—from concept through lifecycle.

Reports to: Chief Scientific Officer

Scope of the Role

Strategic Partnership & Scientific Leadership

Partner with the CSO to shape and execute the scientific vision and long-term strategic objectives.
Act as a strategic advisor, offering insights and recommendations on critical business matters.
Represent the CSO and scientific office in high-level meetings, conferences, and industry events.
Build and maintain relationships with external partners, academic institutions, and regulatory bodies.

Global Portfolio Governance & Strategic Oversight

Own the global product portfolio balance and health, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy.
Lead the global product governance and resource allocation processes (Idea Screening, Stage-Gate).
Provide regular portfolio performance updates and recommendations to the Operating Committee.
Identify opportunities to scale product and technology assets across the enterprise.

Project & Program Management Excellence

Lead the R&D PPMO function with direct reports structured by category and geography.
Oversee portfolio prioritization, resource allocation, and risk management.
Implement and evolve PMO methodologies (e.g., Agile, Stage-Gate).
Coordinate resources across internal teams, third-party contractors, and consultants.

Cross-Functional Integration & Leadership

Facilitate collaboration across R&D, Regulatory, Medical, Commercial, and Supply Chain.
Serve as a key integrator across functions and geographies, ensuring transparency and alignment.
Coordinate scientific leadership meetings, agendas, and follow-through on strategic actions.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

Establish and maintain dashboards, KPIs, and governance forums to ensure visibility and accountability.
Produce regular reports for the CSO and Executive Leadership Team (ELT), highlighting achievements, risks, and opportunities.
Drive data-informed decision-making across the scientific office.

Special Projects & Change Management

Lead high-impact, cross-functional initiatives on behalf of the CSO.
Support change management efforts, identifying risks and developing mitigation plans.
Foster a culture of adaptability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Organizational Leadership & Culture

Build and lead a high-performing global team (currently 30+ FTEs) across scientific operations and portfolio management.
Champion Perrigo’s values and leadership behaviours.
Promote an inclusive, purpose-driven culture rooted in scientific excellence and agility.

Experience Required

Advanced degree in a scientific discipline (PhD, PharmD, or Master’s); MBA or MPH a plus.
Typically the required experience would be gained through 15+ years of experience in R&D, scientific operations, or portfolio management in a large corporate environment (ideally FMCG).
Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead through ambiguity.
Strong scientific literacy, business acumen, and executive presence.
Experience with PMO tools, digital platforms, and data-driven decision-making.
Project/Programme Management certification desirable.

Competencies

Strategic Thinking
Leadership
Collaboration
Execution Focus
Communication
Adaptability
Scientific & Business Insight

Benefits
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.

Find out more about Total Rewards at Perrigo.

Hybrid Working Approach
We love our offices and the setting they provide for in-person collaboration and celebration. But we also appreciate the opportunity to work remotely can energise you too, so we promote flexibility with the ability to work two days a week from home in many roles.

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Chief of Staff - Scientific Strategy & Portfolio Management Operations

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