Senior Managing Director - Life Sciences

REACH YOUR POTENTIAL | COLLABORATE WITH AMAZING PEOPLE | MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN

Do you have the skills, passion, and commitment to transform our clients for the better? Are you ready to be a changemaker? If so, join us.

North Highland is the world's leading change and transformation consultancy. Simply put, we make change happen like no one else. And we're on the hunt for a new Life Sciences Supply Chain Transformational Leader to join our executive team as a Sr. Managing Director.

As a Transformational Cross-Sector Leader, you will be a visionary and dynamic leader who drives large-scale transformations for clients across various sectors. You will leverage deep industry knowledge, cutting-edge strategies, and cross-functional expertise to create tailored solutions that empower organizations to thrive in the face of continuous change.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Lead and inspire teams across various industries, driving innovation and change initiatives that transform organizations. Develop long-term strategies that address complex business challenges, focusing on scalability, sustainability, and future-readiness.
• Client Engagement: Build and cultivate strong relationships with C-suite executives, stakeholders, and decision-makers to understand their challenges and co-create innovative solutions. Act as a trusted advisor, providing expert insights and guidance on critical transformation efforts.
• Cross-Sector Expertise: Apply deep knowledge of multiple industries to deliver value across diverse markets. Recognize and synthesize emerging trends and best practices from different sectors to develop cross-industry solutions that drive competitive advantage.
• Change Management: Spearhead organizational change management strategies, ensuring successful adoption of new systems, processes, and mindsets. Facilitate culture change and leadership alignment to drive sustainable transformation.
• Business Development: Identify and pursue new business opportunities, lead proposal development efforts, and build strong client relationships to grow the firm's footprint across industries. Demonstrate thought leadership and contribute to the firm's overall business strategy. Proactively bring opportunities to key accounts, and desire to spend 80% of time on client facing activities such as selling, delivering or shaping deals.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing, cross-functional teams. Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation within the organization. Ensure teams are equipped with the tools, knowledge, and resources needed to succeed.
• Thought Leadership: Represent the firm at industry forums, conferences, and events. Publish articles, white papers, and case studies that showcase the firm's expertise in driving transformational change across sectors.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven Leadership Experience: 15+ years of experience in management consulting, with a proven track record of leading large-scale transformations across multiple industries (e.g., healthcare, finance, technology, manufacturing, energy, government, etc.).
• Industry Expertise: Deep expertise and understanding of at least three different industries, with the ability to seamlessly apply knowledge and insights across sectors. Experience leading cross-industry projects with successful outcomes.
• Strategic Vision: Demonstrated ability to think strategically at the C-suite level and develop forward-thinking, innovative solutions that drive tangible business results.
• Change Management Expertise: Strong experience leading complex change initiatives, including the adoption of digital technologies, organizational restructuring, and cultural transformation.
• Exceptional Communication Skills: Ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear, concise manner, tailored to different audiences. Comfortable presenting to executive leadership and large groups.
• Proven Business Development Skills: Strong network within the industry and a track record of growing client relationships, identifying opportunities, and delivering high-value consulting engagements.
• Global Perspective: Experience working in global or multi-geography environments with the ability to navigate diverse cultures, organizational structures, and business challenges.
• Advanced Degree: MBA, PhD, or equivalent advanced degree from a top-tier institution preferred.

TRANSFORMING CLIENTS. TRANSFORMING CAREERS.

Success-for both our clients and our colleagues-is all about putting people first and doing great things together. We believe that when we work as one team, we can take action today to build lasting capability for tomorrow.

We strive to have the most enviable culture on the planet, inspiring people to reach their full potential. Here's how we make it happen:

Intentional, flexible growth. We never want you to settle. Leading your own growth and transformation is your prerogative-one which we'll help you nurture and develop every step of the way. We'll inspire you to learn, teach, and ultimately carve your own path. That means you grow, we grow, and so do our clients.

People-first, and then some. It goes without saying that people come first, but what comes next? Our people are always at the heart; your wellbeing and success is built on a collective understanding that every one of us can be a coach, a friend, and a fantastic listener-regardless of job title. We think of it as a celebration of individuality, difference, and diversity.

Make your own change happen. With us, your curiosity and creativity know no bounds. The reins are off. All we ask is that you have the courage to transform yourself and those around you-colleagues and clients alike. If you've got the drive to become a changemaker, we'll do the rest.

Enviable Total Rewards. We inspire our employees to do their best work. Our Total Rewards Program encompasses Medical, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, Life Insurance, FSA/HSA, 401(k) contribution, and a variety of other perks like a dedicated Health Advocate, Family Planning, Parental Leave, and Tuition Reimbursement. Additionally, we employ a Flexible Time Off vacation policy, wellness initiatives, and other programs around diversity and inclusion, Learning and Development, and social engagement.

READY TO MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN?

North Highland makes change happen, helping businesses transform by placing people at the heart of every decision. It's how lasting progress is made. With our blend of workforce, customer, and operational expertise, we're recognized as the world's leading transformation consultancy. We break new ground today, so tomorrow is easier to navigate.

Founded in 1992, North Highland is regularly named one of the best places to work. We are a proud member of Cordence Worldwide, a global network of truly connected consultancy firms with the ability to think and deliver together.

Please note that applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by North Highland. Work visa sponsorship will not be provided, either now or in the future, for this position.

North Highland is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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