Operations Coordinator

About Astellas:

At Astellas we are making treatments that matter to people.
We are tackling the toughest health challenges putting the patient at the heart of every move we make.
Our global vision for Patient Centricity is to support the development of innovative health solutions through a deep understanding of the patient experience. At Astellas, Patient Centricity isn't a buzzword - it's a guiding principle for action. We believe all staff have a role to play in creating a patient-centric culture and integrating an awareness of the patient into our everyday working practices, regardless of our role, team or division.
We have developed ground-breaking, innovative medicines in immunology, oncology and urology. Our medicines are extending and saving the lives of cancer patients, making transplantation possible and improving the quality of life for those living with conditions where needs are often overlooked.
We take a patient-focused approach, that allows us to convert brilliant early science into treatments and solutions that directly improve and save patients' lives.
From lab to clinic to patient, we focus on the most promising science, empower the best talent to pursue it, and develop life-changing solutions alongside the best partners.

Job description:

About This Job:

The Operations Coordinator in Switzerland is vital to the successful implementation and integration of commercial operations initiatives within the Alpine affiliate. You will collaborate closely to co-create and own the implementation of the Affiliate commercial excellence and operations plan, emphasizing sustainable day-to-day operations.

Hybrid working:

At Astellas we recognise the importance of balancing your work and home life. This role offers a remote working solution so you can optimise the most productive work environment for you to succeed and deliver.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage office supplies, equipment, and facilities, ensuring a functional workspace for all employees.
• Oversee the company vehicle fleet and develop and implement policies and procedures for safe and responsible vehicle usage.
• Co-drive projects aimed at simplifying processes, streamlining workflows, and fostering an agile mindset across the affiliate.
• Collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders across sales, marketing, finance, E&C, and other departments to ensure project alignment and success.
• Provide administrative support to the Commercial Excellence & Operations team as needed.

Required profile:

Essential Skills & Knowledge:

• Curious and innovative mindset
• Creative problem-solving abilities
• Agile working capability
• Excellent project management skills and attention to detail
• Strong stakeholder management skills

Preferred Skills & Knowledge:

• Commercial Education or equivalent
• Multicultural team experience
• Fluent in written and spoken business German and English

What we offer:

Additional information:

• This is a permanent, full-time position.
• This position is based in Wallisellen/Zurich.
• This position follows our hybrid working model. Role requires a blend of home and a minimum of 2 days per week in our office. Flexibility may be required in line with business needs. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the office.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.