Director, Business Development Operations - Portfolio Divestments

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Our Team, Your Impact

Lead the operational execution of portfolio divestments within TGO BD Operations, serving as the primary TGO execution lead for divestment transactions from due diligence through signing, closing and transition.

The role is accountable for translating transaction objectives into executable cross-functional plans, leading operational due diligence, carve-out and separation activities, and ensuring business, supply and compliance continuity throughout the transaction lifecycle.

The position will work closely with Corporate BD, Legal, Commercial and TGO functions to manage operational risks and dependencies, support transaction negotiations, drive functional accountability, and ensure successful execution of portfolio divestments.

How You’ll Spend Your Day

Portfolio Divestment Leadership

• Lead TGO operational execution of portfolio divestment transactions from due diligence through signing, closing and transition.
• Serve as the primary TGO point of coordination for assigned divestment transactions.
• Translate transaction strategy into executable operational plans, deliverables, timelines and functional accountabilities.
• Ensure transaction requirements are understood, aligned and executed across relevant TGO functions.

Due Diligence, Carve-Out & Separation

• Lead operational due diligence activities for divestment transactions.
• Define operational separation scope, dependencies, risks and Day 1 requirements.
• Lead development and execution of carve-out and separation plans.
• Ensure business, supply and compliance continuity throughout transition periods.
• Coordinate operational data and responses to buyer inquiries during due diligence and execution.

Transaction & Agreement Support

• Lead TGO operational input into transaction documents and negotiations, including supply agreements, transitional service agreements (TSAs), quality and operational arrangements, separation requirements and transition timelines and responsibilities.
• Ensure contractual operational commitments are feasible, clearly owned and executable.
• Partner with Corporate BD, Legal, Commercial and relevant TGO functions through signing and closing.
• Provide operational data, analysis and scenario assessments to support transaction decisions and evaluation.

Cross-Functional Governance & Execution

• Establish and lead cross-functional transaction governance and execution meetings.
• Drive alignment across Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Procurement, Commercial and other relevant functions.
• Track critical-path activities, dependencies, risks and milestones; drive timely delivery of transaction commitments.
• Drive issue resolution and escalate material risks and decisions to senior management.
• Ensure clear functional ownership and accountability for transaction deliverables.

Risk & Issue Management

• Identify operational risks and dependencies across divestment projects and develop appropriate mitigation plans.
• Proactively manage execution risks to protect supply, compliance and transaction timelines.
• Balance competing priorities and drive cross-functional resolution to support successful transaction delivery.

Portfolio, Analytics & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain consolidated visibility of portfolio divestment execution, key milestones, risks and dependencies.
• Prepare management updates, progress reports and executive decision materials.
• Develop and continuously improve divestment playbooks, governance models, tools and execution standards.

Capture lessons learned and apply them across future transactions

Your Skills and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA / MS degree preferred.

Experience

• 10+ years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry, with significant exposure to Technical Operations, Business Development, M&A, portfolio transactions or complex cross-functional programs.
• Demonstrated experience leading divestments, carve-outs, separations or M&A transactions.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing, supply chain, quality and regulatory environments.
• Experience managing complex global, cross-functional programs.
• Experience supporting transaction agreements, including supply agreements and TSAs.

Core Competencies

• Strong project and program management skills with high ownership, urgency and execution focus.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional, global teams and drive accountability without direct authority.
• Excellent senior stakeholder management, communication and executive presentation skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-support capabilities.
• Ability to operate effectively in complex, fast-paced transaction environments and manage multiple priorities.

Technical Skills

• Strong MS Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with data analysis, reporting and project management tools.

How We’ll Take Care of You

At Teva, better health starts from within, and that includes you. From day one, you’ll be supported with benefits designed to help you thrive in and out of work. This includes generous annual leave, reward plans, flexible working schedules (dependent on role), access to tailored health support, and meaningful ways to give back to the community.  When it comes to your career, you’ll be encouraged to explore, evolve, and shape your path. Twist, our one-stop shop for career development platform, gives you access to a wide range of possibilities, from learning programs and short-term projects to opportunities for internal growth. Here, you’ll be part of a culture that empowers you to reach your goals and prioritize your wellbeing every step of the way. 

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