Director, Global Strategic Workforce Planning & Analytics

Munich, DE, 81379

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What you’ll work on

This is a highly visible global role that combines advanced workforce analytics, strategic consulting, and executive stakeholder engagement to support capability, capacity and workforce investment decisions across the organization.

Design workforce planning models for demand, skills gaps, attrition and succession
Lead the analytical work in strategic workforce planning cycles
Run supply/demand forecasting, scenario modelling and workforce segmentation
Advise business units and HR leaders on workforce challenges through consulting projects
Move reporting toward predictive and prescriptive analytics

From the employer’s posting

As Daiichi Sankyo builds a world-class Global Strategic Workforce Planning (SWP) & Insights capability, the Director serves as the Senior Director's key partner and the analytical and consulting bridge at the center of the practice. You will shape the technical and strategic direction of workforce planning, partnering with business leaders and HR globally to translate strategic workforce questions into actionable solutions and insights.

This is a highly visible global role that combines advanced workforce analytics, strategic consulting, and executive stakeholder engagement to support capability, capacity and workforce investment decisions across the organization.

Design and architect workforce planning models covering demand forecasting, skills gaps, attrition risk, succession planning and organizational design.

Lead the analytical workstream of SWP cycles, turning data and insights into recommendations.

Own supply/demand forecasting, scenario modelling and workforce segmentation analyses to identify talent risks, gaps and trends.

Lead consultative projects with Business Units and HR leaders, translating strategic workforce challenges into analytical frameworks and actionable recommendations.

Drive the evolution from workforce reporting to predictive and prescriptive analytics.

What you’ll bring

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Core experience

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in a quantitative, data science, statistics, economics or organizational field strongly preferred
Experience delivering projects in global and multicultural environments
8-10 years of experience managing complex workforce planning, people analytics or organizational transformation initiatives
Proven expertise in workforce analytics, predictive analytics, statistical modelling and data-driven decision making
Strong understanding of HR disciplines including talent acquisition, talent management, learning, performance, rewards and HR systems
Experience within pharmaceutical, biotech or life sciences organizations is an advantage

Qualification wording

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in a quantitative, data science, statistics, economics or organizational field strongly preferred

Experience delivering projects in global and multicultural environments

8-10 years of experience managing complex workforce planning, people analytics or organizational transformation initiatives

Proven expertise in workforce analytics, predictive analytics, statistical modelling and data-driven decision making

Strong understanding of HR disciplines including talent acquisition, talent management, learning, performance, rewards and HR systems

Experience within pharmaceutical, biotech or life sciences organizations is an advantage

Education & alternatives

Qualifications - Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in a quantitative, data science, statistics, economics or organizational field strongly preferred - 8-10 years of experience managing complex workforce planning, people analytics or organizational transformation initiatives

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About Daiichi Sankyo Company

People: About 2,564 in 2024.Benefit plan filings (Form 5500)
Company: Listed as 4568.T.
H-1B visas: 19 approved for new hires in fiscal 2025.US Citizenship and Immigration Services

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Data leaders run data teams or design how a company's data fits together. Managers hire, set priorities and answer for whether the data work pays off; architects choose the systems and the shape of the data.

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At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.

About the Role

As Daiichi Sankyo builds a world-class Global Strategic Workforce Planning (SWP) & Insights capability, the Director serves as the Senior Director's key partner and the analytical and consulting bridge at the center of the practice. You will shape the technical and strategic direction of workforce planning, partnering with business leaders and HR globally to translate strategic workforce questions into actionable solutions and insights.

The position can be filled at one of our European affiliates (with a preference for placement in Germany), the US or Japan.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Workforce Planning

Act as the lead quantitative advisor on workforce planning, using advanced analytics and external trends to shape workforce strategies.
Lead consultative projects with Business Units and HR leaders, translating strategic workforce challenges into analytical frameworks and actionable recommendations.
Design and architect workforce planning models covering demand forecasting, skills gaps, attrition risk, succession planning and organizational design.
Lead the analytical workstream of SWP cycles, turning data and insights into recommendations.
Own supply/demand forecasting, scenario modelling and workforce segmentation analyses to identify talent risks, gaps and trends.
Drive the evolution from workforce reporting to predictive and prescriptive analytics.
Translate commercial objectives into workforce capability, capacity and cost requirements, making trade-offs visible to business leaders.
Partner with Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Learning & Development, Inclusion & Diversity and Employee Experience teams to connect workforce insights with broader talent strategies.

Tools, Process & Analytics Development

Lead the design and specification of workforce planning methodologies, analytical models and tools.
Drive the development and adoption of scalable SWP tools, templates and processes.
Partner with Global HR and business stakeholders to continuously improve workforce planning solutions.
Collaborate with GHRIS and workforce planning colleagues to integrate analytics across the broader talent ecosystem.

Strategic Partnership & Influence

Lead discussions and working sessions with senior business leaders, HRBPs and executive stakeholders throughout the workforce planning lifecycle.
Coordinate with Talent, Performance & Development CoE colleagues to align workforce planning with talent and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
Monitor implementation of workforce plans and ensure enterprise-wide visibility of progress and priorities.
Co-lead workforce planning awareness and capability-building initiatives across Daiichi Sankyo.
Serve as deputy for the Head of Global Strategic Workforce Planning & Insights when required.

Team Capability Building & Continuous Improvement

Coordinate analytical workstreams, set priorities and maintain high standards of analytical excellence and consulting impact.
Contribute to building workforce analytics capability across HR.
Provide analytical support to other Talent, Performance & Development teams as needed.
Stay current on workforce planning, AI, analytics tools and industry best practices.
Monitor and continuously improve workforce planning effectiveness and outcomes.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in a quantitative, data science, statistics, economics or organizational field strongly preferred
8-10 years of experience managing complex workforce planning, people analytics or organizational transformation initiatives
Proven expertise in workforce analytics, predictive analytics, statistical modelling and data-driven decision making
Strong understanding of HR disciplines including talent acquisition, talent management, learning, performance, rewards and HR systems
Extensive experience in human capital consulting, People Analytics or Data Science environments
Experience within pharmaceutical, biotech or life sciences organizations is an advantage
Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills
Experience delivering projects in global and multicultural environments
Business-fluent English required; German or Japanese is a plus

Why work with us?

Working at Daiichi Sankyo is more than just a job – it is your chance to make a difference and change patients’ lives for the better. We can only achieve this ambitious goal together. That is why we foster a culture of mutual respect and continuous learning, with a strong commitment to inclusion and diversity. Here, you will have the opportunity to grow, think boldly, and contribute your ideas. If you have a proactive mindset and passion for addressing the needs of patients, we eagerly await your application.

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