Chief of Staff- R&D

Requisition ID:  33317  

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 7,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world. For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere.

We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient’s life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve. Advancing healthcare with heart.

With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Join us and help shape wherever we go next. You create your future and ours.

R&D Executive Chief of Staff

JOB SUMMARY

The Executive Chief of Staff (COS) will serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the SVP and executive leadership team, independently driving initiatives forward with minimal guidance while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. This role requires a highly skilled leader who can anticipate needs, translate high-level vision into polished, concrete deliverables, and act as a trusted surrogate in senior-level interactions.  The ideal candidate will excel at synthesizing complex information into clear, actionable outcomes while maintaining the SVP’s strategic priorities and style, whether in the form of executive communications, strategic decisions, or organizational initiatives.  The COS will play a critical role in driving the company’s strategic vision, streamlining organizational processes, managing cross-functional projects, and maintaining clear communication between the SVP, leadership team, and various departments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Strategic Leadership & Advisory Support:
  • Serve as a key partner to the SVP, providing strategic advice and high-level support for corporate decision-making and strategic initiatives.
  • Assist in the development, execution, and monitoring of the company’s strategic goals and objectives driving business priorities from conception to completion.
  • Act as a sounding board for the SVP, offering insights and recommendations on business strategies and organizational challenges.
  • Anticipate the SVP’s needs and independently develop solutions with minimal guidance
  • Create high-impact executive presentations that align with corporate strategy and aesthetic standards
  • Make decisions in place of the R&D SVP when they are traveling, focusing on new business ventures, or engaged in special projects.
  • Translates abstract ideas into operational strategies, turning strategic vision into actionable plans.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration:
  • Lead and facilitate communication between various departments, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities.
  • Act as a liaison between senior leadership, teams, and external stakeholders to maintain consistent messaging and action.
  • Oversee and manage key cross-functional projects, driving collaboration and timely delivery of outcomes.
  • Act as a liaison and coordinate activities across various functions within Terumo Corporation. Establish strong working relationships with Strategic Planning and Development (SPD) teams, Company Presidents, General Managers of Emerging Markets and Operations (GMEOs), Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), and other necessary senior leadership partners.
• Operations & Process Optimization:
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and lead initiatives to streamline operations and increase efficiency.
  • Establish and manage systems for monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs), progress on corporate goals, and business outcomes.
  • Ensure that projects, programs, and initiatives are executed effectively, within budget, and on time.
  • Maintain comprehensive tracking system for the SVP’s commitments, action items, and delegated tasks
  • Proactively manage follow-up on behalf of the SVP to ensure completion of initiatives
  • Presents relevant concerns to the SVP in a structured and concise format to facilitate efficient decision-making.
  • Conducts data gathering and analysis to offer decision support to facilitates presentation considerations to R&D Leadership and stakeholders at appropriate times.
• Governance & Executive Support:
  • Coordinate and manage executive meetings, including preparing agendas, materials, and follow-up actions.
  • Support the SVP in managing relationships with board members, investors, and other key stakeholders. Manage internal communications for the executive leadership team, ensuring clarity and alignment on key messages and updates.
• Special Projects & Initiatives:
  • Lead and manage special initiatives or ad-hoc projects as directed by the SVP, which may involve market analysis, business development, or corporate restructuring.
  • Design the project's operating model, establishing a Steering Committee, PMO, and team members, accompany projects through their lifecycle.
  • Act as a “connector” for various teams, facilitating the movement of ideas, projects, and solutions across the organization.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

List bulleted items that are not clearly essential to the job or the reason why the job exists, and/or duties/tasks that are shared with other associates. Typically, Other Duties and Responsibilities are either and additional or minimal part of the job that could potentially be distributed to other team members.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Management, Engineering or a related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.

Experience

• 7-10 years of experience in a leadership or management role, ideally within a corporate or fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience as a Chief of Staff, Senior Operations Manager, or in a similar strategic role highly preferred.
• Proven track record of managing cross-functional teams, driving initiatives, and navigating complex business challenges.
• Experience with analyzing and monitoring budget metrics
• Demonstrated success in creating executive-level presentations and communications

Skills

• Exceptional organizational and project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Demonstrated expertise in business planning/control and business development, with a focus on implementing strategies aligned with the company objectives
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make high-level decisions quickly and with confidence.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong aesthetic sense and ability to create visually compelling executive presentations
• Deep understanding of business operations, including finance, marketing, and HR functions.
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality in dealing with sensitive information.
• Exceptional ability to work autonomously, anticipate needs, and drive results with minimal direction
• Attention to detail and ability to intuit the SVP’s needs

-Or-

An equivalent competency level acquired through a variation of these qualifications may be considered.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Thinking: Able to align long-term goals with short-term actions and make decisions that balance immediate needs with future objectives.
• Leadership & Influence: Ability to inspire, motivate, and influence others without direct authority, fostering collaboration across teams.
• Operational Excellence: Strong focus on improving efficiency, driving results, and maintaining high standards of execution.
• Emotional Intelligence: Skilled in managing relationships, understanding and navigating workplace dynamics, and leading with empathy.
• Anticipatory Mindset:  Exceptional ability to foresee needs and independently develop solutions
• Detail Mastery:  Meticulous attention to detail while maintaining strategic perspective
• Executive Presence:  Strong professional demeanor suitable for representing senior leadership
• Adaptability:  Ability to adjust quickly to changing priorities and leadership styles
• Work Ethic: Self-starter with a passion to over-achieve

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Typical Office Environment requirements include: reading, speaking, hearing, close vision, traverse, bending, sitting, and occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Target Pay Range:  $184,100.00 to $230,100.00  -  Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data
Target Bonus on Base:  30.0%

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, we provide competitive total reward offerings that consist of compensation, benefits, recognition, along with a wealth of other well-being, work-life and recognition programs which support in unlocking the potential for you and your family. Included in our expansive list of benefits offerings are multiple group medical, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, life insurance and disability coverages, also a variety of voluntary programs such as group accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and much more. To help you save for retirement, we offer a 401(k) plan with a matching contribution and for work-life balance we have vacation and sick time programs for associates. For us, it’s about protecting the personal welfare of our associates and their families, helping to achieve personal goals and offering those extra touches for convenience, security and overall peace of mind.

• Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is part of Terumo Group, founded in 1921 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
• In 2019, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies reached $1 billion in revenue.
• We employ nearly 7,000 associates globally, with global headquarters in Lakewood, CO, U.S., and regional headquarters in Brussels, Buenos Aires, Singapore and Tokyo.
• We manufacture devices, disposable sets and solutions at our facilities in Belgium, India, Japan, Northern Ireland, the U.S. and Vietnam. Our global presence enables us to serve customers in more than 130 countries.
• Our core values help set our direction, guide our actions and keep us true to our corporate mission of contributing to society through healthcare.
  • Respect – Appreciative of others
  • Integrity – Guided by our mission
  • Care – Empathetic to patients
  • Quality – Committed to excellence
  • Creativity – Striving for innovation
• We contribute to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), raising $1.3 million USD since 2007.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.  All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.

Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is committed to providing a safe, healthy and secure working environment. Our Colorado campus locations are tobacco-free workplaces, and we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and detailed background verification.