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KSA CIT & Digital Solution Lead, OBU& RDU

KSA CIT & Digital Solution Lead, OBU& RDU

AstraZenecaJeddah, Makkah Region, Saudi Arabia
1 day ago
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Commercial IT & Digital Solutions Lead – OBU, RDU

Do you bring deep expertise and a passion for leading commercial IT and digital solutions—and want to use it to improve patient outcomes at a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life‑changing medicines? If so, the Commercial IT & Digital Solutions Lead role at AstraZeneca could be your next step!

About Astrazeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, science‑led, patient‑focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

Join a high‑performing team, empowered to cut through the noise and drive real change. Our agility and pace, coupled with scientific focus, powers us to spot opportunities in the market that keep us moving forward and into new spaces.

Site Description

AstraZeneca is experiencing a significant transformation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, driven by a commitment to advancing healthcare, innovation, and sustainable growth. Building on our global legacy, AZ KSA is rapidly evolving its operations to better serve patients, collaborate with healthcare stakeholders, and contribute to the ambitious goals outlined in the Saudi Vision 2030. We are investing in talent, digital solutions, and new ways of working; all designed to enhance our impact on patient outcomes and reinforce our leadership in therapeutic areas. This dynamic environment calls for visionary, agile professionals who thrive in change and are motivated to help shape the future of healthcare in KSA.

What You’ll Do

The Commercial IT & Digital Solution Delivery Lead is a digital role responsible for driving the digital transformation agenda within the Oncology and Rare Disease therapy areas in Saudi Arabia. The role serves as a strategic digital partner to business stakeholders, translating healthcare and commercial priorities into impactful digital solutions that enhance patient and business outcomes. Key responsibilities include defining and executing the digital roadmap, overseeing the end‑to‑end delivery of digital initiatives, and ensuring seamless alignment between global, regional, and local strategies. The position also champions innovation, leveraging technologies such as AI, machine learning, VR / AR, telehealth, and wearables to accelerate transformation and optimise processes. The Digital Lead manages vendors and stakeholders, ensures compliance with governance, data privacy, and cybersecurity standards, and promotes a culture of digital excellence and adoption across teams.

Strategy & Roadmap

  • Build strong relationships with business stakeholders in the respective Therapy Areas (TAs) to translate business needs into digital solutions that generate measurable business outcomes.
  • Define and execute the digital roadmap, aligning new digital capabilities with business priorities, timelines, budgets, and governance frameworks.
  • Collaborate with global, international, and area Digital / IT teams to shape local demand and assess proposed solutions in alignment with strategic direction, policies, and standards.

Program & Project Leadership

  • Lead end‑to‑end project management, including planning, analysis, development (with vendors and / or AZ Digital / IT teams), testing, piloting, deployment, and go‑live.
  • Monitor digital solution utilisation, identify issues, and guide business leads to maximise adoption and value realisation.
  • Facilitate digital progress review meetings, providing visibility, alignment, and mitigation plans for risks or issues.
  • Global & Local Alignment

  • Lead the local deployment of global or regional digital projects within the TA, ensuring solutions are tailored to local requirements, workflows, and business objectives.
  • Drive the alignment and integration of new digital platforms cascading from global or international teams.
  • Innovation & Continuous Improvement

  • Foster a culture of innovation by exploring emerging technologies (AI / ML, VR / AR / XR, telehealth, wearables, low‑code / no‑code platforms) and recommending pilots or enhancements to existing solutions.
  • Challenge the status quo, propose alternative solutions, and actively contribute to process optimisation and knowledge sharing across TAs and geographies.
  • Vendor & Stakeholder Management

  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with IT vendors; partner with internal stakeholders (legal, procurement) to manage contracting processes (e.g., SoWs).
  • Serve as a digital thought leader within the TA, influencing adoption, change management, and culture across business functions.
  • Governance & Compliance

  • Ensure all TA digital initiatives comply with organisational digital governance, local regulations, data privacy, and cybersecurity standards.
  • Utilise data and analytics to track performance, demonstrate impact, and inform decision‑making.
  • Essential For The Role

    AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry‑leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

    Essential Capabilities

    Digital & Technical Expertise

  • Deep understanding of digital health, digital marketing, omnichannel engagement, and patient‑centric solutions.
  • Knowledge of emerging technologies : SFMC, CRM, AI / ML, VR / AR / XR, telehealth platforms, wearables, and low‑code / no‑code development platforms.
  • Experience with vendor management, budgeting, design thinking, Agile / Scrum methodologies, and digital product management.
  • Leadership & Stakeholder Management

  • Strong ability to engage, influence, and collaborate with stakeholders across business, medical, commercial, and IT functions, as well as external partners and vendors.
  • Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to translate business needs into actionable digital solutions and track performance via KPIs and dashboards.
  • Regulatory & Global Experience

  • Knowledge of local and regional healthcare regulations, data privacy, and cybersecurity requirements is highly desirable.
  • Multicultural and multinational experience preferred; fluency in English required, Arabic an advantage.
  • Others

  • Vendor Management
  • Business Partnering Experience
  • Digital Health Experience
  • Digital Strategy Development
  • Business Acumen
  • Value Realisation
  • Change Management Skills
  • Omnichannel and CRM
  • Agile and Project Management Experience
  • Strong Communication & Influence Skills
  • Applicants should possess the following qualifications to go through initial screening

  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), Digital Health, Healthcare Management, or a related discipline.
  • Master’s degree or MBA is highly desirable.
  • 7–10 years of experience in digital transformation or digital technology roles, preferably as a Digital Partner within the pharma or life sciences industry.
  • Proven experience developing and executing digital roadmaps, aligning technology initiatives with business strategy, and delivering measurable outcomes.
  • Prior experience in cross‑industrial digital projects (commercial digital, IT, omnichannel / digital health) is advantageous.
  • For Our Internal Talents

  • 1+ years of experience in the current role at AZ KSA with strong understanding of AZ ways of working, Code of Ethics, and governance.
  • Solid performance ratings with no critical compliance flags; management endorsement for expanded brand ownership.
  • Why AstraZeneca

    At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth, and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

    So, what’s next?

  • Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.
  • Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours.
  • Where can I find out more?

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    Date Posted

    29-أكتوبر-2025

    Closing Date

    07-نوفمبر-2025

    AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry‑leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non‑discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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