Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Illumina
Job overview
The Senior Director, Portfolio Strategy at Illumina leads strategic portfolio management to drive market growth, investment optimization, and cross-functional collaboration within the Global Product Management organization.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves defining long-term strategic roadmaps, aligning project investments, leading market analysis, managing portfolio governance, risk management, performance reporting, stakeholder communication, and leading a high-performing strategy team.
Compensation and benefits
The estimated salary range is $220,500 to $330,700 with eligibility for bonuses, equity, and comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, and paid time off.
Experience and skills
Requires a Bachelor's degree (advanced degree preferred), 20+ years in commercial strategy or portfolio management, 12+ years leadership, strong genomics/biotech industry knowledge, and analytical and financial expertise.
Career development
Offers mentorship, professional development, and a culture of innovation and inclusion to support career growth.
Work environment and culture
Illumina promotes an inclusive, collaborative culture valuing diversity, equity, and belonging with employee resource groups and zero pay gap commitment.
Company information
Illumina is a leading genomics company focused on expanding access to genomic technology to improve health equity globally through innovative products and research.
Team overview
Leads a team of strategy professionals, analysts, and project leaders fostering innovation and high-impact delivery.
Job location and travel
Based in the United States with no visa sponsorship available.
Application process
The position remains open until filled with background checks required; accommodations available upon request; AI use in application/interview prohibited.
Unique job features
Unique opportunity to impact global health through genomic technology with strategic influence at executive levels and access to cutting-edge genomics resources.
Company overview
Illumina is a global leader in genomics, providing innovative sequencing and array-based solutions for genetic analysis. They make money by selling high-throughput sequencing systems, consumables, and software to academic, clinical, and commercial markets. Founded in 1998, Illumina has played a pivotal role in advancing genomic research and personalized medicine, including the development of the first $1,000 genome. Their technology is widely used in various applications, including cancer research, reproductive health, and agriculture.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight extensive experience in portfolio strategy, strategic planning, and leadership within genomics or biotech industries, emphasizing your ability to drive market growth projections and investment optimizations.
Emphasize skills in cross-functional collaboration, advanced analytics, financial acumen including forecasting and ROI analysis, and your capacity to lead high-performing teams and influence senior leadership.
Apply through multiple channels such as Illumina's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and follow up on status updates.
Connect with current Illumina employees in the Global Product Management or Portfolio Strategy teams on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent Illumina innovations or asking about their experiences driving portfolio governance and strategic decision-making.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'portfolio strategy,' 'market growth projections,' 'strategic planning,' 'risk management,' and 'cross-functional leadership' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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