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Director / Team Lead, Integrated Medicine Sales Business Operations

Pfizer Inc. is a leading global biopharmaceutical company committed to innovation, with a history spanning over 170 years.

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Employee count: 5000+

Salary: 189k-315k USD

United States only

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ROLE SUMMARY

The Director, IM Sales BusinessOperationsis the single operational lead for the Integrated Medicine (IM) field organization within the PC United structure. This role provides end-to-end ownership of the operational infrastructure that enables both the East VP and West VP to execute national strategy consistently and efficiently across their respective geographies.

The selected candidate leads aconsolidatedteam of Operations Managers, each with SME accountability across a defined functional area– ensuringthat field operations, incentive compensation, meetings planning, field force administration, and compliance processes are delivered as one unified function, not duplicated regionally. This role reports to thePrimary Care Director of Strategy&Business Operationsand works in close partnership with both IM VPs as the day-to-day operational backbone of the IM organization.

This is an execution-focused leadership role. The Director ensures that operationally complex, high-impact programs are delivered on time, on budget, and in compliance– providingboth VPs with the operational reliability needed to lead their regions without managing functionaldetail themselves.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Operations Team Leadership

Lead and manage theconsolidatedIM Operations team, serving both East and West VPs through a single, integrated structure:

  • Directly manage a team of Senior Operations Managers, each with designated SME ownership per functional area (e.g., Incentive Compensation, Starter Operations, Speaker Operations,Meetings,Field Administration)

  • Each Operations ManagermaintainsaworkingrelationshipwithRBDs in both regions to ensure field-level operational continuity

  • Set clear accountabilities, performance expectations, and development goals for each team member

  • Ensure the teamoperatesas a shared service model–no duplication of operational functions by region

  • Provide day-to-day coaching, workload management, and prioritization guidance to direct reports

2. Incentive Compensation (IC) Administration

Own the end-to-end IC operational process for the IM field organization:

  • Manage IC plan build, administration, and execution in partnership with CFCD and Finance, ensuring plans are operationalized consistently across both geographies

  • Coordinate the semiannual IC review process with CFCD ahead of performance review periods, translating leadership decisions intoaccuratefield-facing plan mechanics

  • Ensure IC reporting and payout processes areaccurate,timely, and compliant

  • Serve as the primary operational point of contact for field IC queries, exception handling, and dispute resolution

  • Manage Award Trip planning, eligibility tracking, and executionlogisticson a national basis

3. Field Force Operations & Administration

Own the operational execution of field force structure changes and ongoing field administration:

  • Lead field organizational structure changes–alignments, territory re-designs, field force expansions, and vacancy management–as a single coordinated function across East and West

  • Coordinate with data science leads annually (and morefrequentlyduring transition periods) to ensure geographic designremainscurrent and is applied consistently

  • Manage field roster, credentialing, and system access processes in partnership with key stakeholders

  • Oversee Starter Operations: new hire onboardinglogistics, equipment, system set-up, and initial administrative readiness for incoming field colleagues

  • Manage Speaker Operations: speaker bureau administration, programlogistics, compliance tracking, and budget management in partnership with Medical, Legal, and Compliance

4. Meetings & Events Operations

Lead the operational planning and execution of national sales meetings, POAsand field events:

  • Own end-to-endlogisticsand operational delivery for POA/National Sales Meetings; national meetings are designed and executed as unified events–not separate East/West formats

  • Coordinate meetinglogisticsacross brand teams, legal, compliance, and external vendors, ensuring operational readiness, budget adherence, and compliance approvals

  • Manage all administrative and logistical workstreams for National Sales Meeting, including venue, travel, materials production, and on-site execution

  • Coordinate regional field meetings and events as required by both VPs,maintainingconsistent operational standards across geographies

5. Compliance, Governance & Process Management

Ensure operational processes are compliant, well-governed, and consistently applied across the IM organization:

  • Serve as the primary operational liaison with Legal, Compliance, Finance, and Biopharma Operations on processes affecting IM field operations

  • Ensure all field operational activities–IC, speaker programs, meetings, field deployment–meet Pfizer compliance and governance standards

  • Maintain operational process documentation and standard operating procedures for the IM ops team; ensure processes are auditable and consistently followed

  • Track and report on operational milestones, project status, and issue resolution for both VPs; proactively flag risks to delivery timelines

6. Cross-Functional & Cross-BU Operational Coordination

Represent IM Sales operations in enterprise-wide operational forums and initiatives:

  • Participate in the U.S. Sales Excellence Council operational workstreams to align IM operational practices with enterprise-wide standards

  • Coordinate with cross-BU Commercial Operations leads on shared operational platforms, tools, and process improvements

  • Serve as the IM operational point of contact for enterprise-level programs including field system updates, CRM/digital tool deployments, and operational change management

  • Represent IM Sales operations on global operational initiatives and Executive Leadership Team projects asrequired

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 10+ years of experience in U.S. pharmaceutical sales operations, commercial operations, or like functions, withdemonstratedsuccess leading operational teams in complex matrix organizations

  • 5+ years of direct people leadership experience; proven ability to lead and develop high-performing operations teams

  • Deepexpertisein pharmaceutical field operations: IC design and administration, field force deployment and alignment, meetings management, and speaker operations

  • Proven ability to manage and execute multiple concurrent operational workstreams with precision and strong attention to detail

  • Demonstrated knowledge of pharmaceutical compliance and governance requirements as they relate to field operations

  • Strong project and program management skills, including budget management and vendor oversight

  • Ability to lead through influence in a matrix organization; skilled at coordinating across Legal, Compliance, Finance, HR, and external partners

  • Proactive, autonomously operating self-starter with strong follow-through and a solutions-oriented approach

  • Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to translate operational complexity into clear updates for senior sales leadership

Other Job Details

Last Day to Apply: June 2, 2026

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $189,200.00 to $315,400.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 22.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.

U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.

Sunshine Act

Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider’s name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.

EEO & Employment Eligibility

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

Pfizer endeavors to makewww.pfizer.com/careersaccessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please emaildisabilityrecruitment@pfizer.com. This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned.

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Pfizer Inc. is an American multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology corporation that has its headquarters at The Spiral in Manhattan, New York City. Established in 1849 by two German entrepreneurs, Charles Pfizer and his cousin Charles F. Erhart, the company initially began its journey with the production of a chemical compound called santonin, which was quite successful. Over the years, Pfizer has evolved significantly, moving from a tiny manufacturer to one of the world’s premier biopharmaceutical companies.

Today, Pfizer is recognized not just for its legacy but also for its forward-looking approach, focusing on relentless scientific pursuits and groundbreaking medicines, including vaccines and therapeutic treatments. The company is deeply invested in research and development across various medical fields including immunology, oncology, cardiology, and neurology. Pfizer’s innovative products have substantially improved health outcomes worldwide, particularly their recent contributions in the fight against COVID-19, where the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine gained global recognition. The company prioritizes the well-being of patients by continuously applying science and utilizing their global resources to create life-changing therapies.

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