Director - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion - Human Pharma

Compensation Data

This position offers a base salary typically between $170,000 and $266,000. The position may be eligible for a role-specific variable or performance-based bonus and/or other compensation elements. For an overview of our benefits please click here.

Description

Assume a pivotal role in orchestrating and executing the U.S. Human Pharma diversity, inclusion, and engagement strategy. Collaborate closely with the U.S. AH Diversity & Inclusion lead to ensure close alignment of Boehringer's DEI strategy across both U.S. based OPUs.

Lead the practice and science of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, including the ability to facilitate crucial conversations and foster a culture of psychological safety and belonging across the US HP organization. Utilize proven methodologies, data, and programs to accomplish strategic objectives, including supporting the continuous evolution of our culture.

Incumbent will have direct involvement with Communications, Legal, and Senior Leadership in determining US HP's position on both internal and external DEI societal issues and current events. Model an upstander mindset.

Work with the HP CMC to establish the HP diversity, equity, and inclusion priorities, then actively drive the implementation of these priorities. Leverage the HP DEI Council as an advisory and sounding board. The Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion might leverage agile teams when deemed beneficial.

Closely partner with clinical leadership in evolving strategies that address healthcare disparities, advance the diversity of clinical trials, and improve the social determinants of health. Improving patient access and care for underserved communities and historically underrepresented groups will be priorities through leveraging our culture and sustainable development pillars - More Health, More Potential.

Responsible for working closely with Chairs of respective councils as well as Agile teams established to ensure action, accountability, alignment, and integration of DEI actions across the enterprise.

Contribute to the deployment and evaluation of employee pulse surveys and questionnaires, focusing on purpose, engagement, and employee experiences, to cultivate a more inclusive and engaging workplace environment. Oversee external relationships with key diversity and inclusion trade organizations and publications, leveraging the latest research trends, data, and statistics to inform future diversity and inclusion strategies.

Strategically align Human Pharma business resource groups to ensure their value is recognized and supported by the business. Ensure overall alignment to maintain consistency in direction and key messaging both internally and externally. Drive the strategy forward by integrating it more deeply into business processes.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Integrate a diversity and inclusion mindset into all HR processes and activities. Recognize, respect, and value differences among employees, ensuring that these differences are represented and supported throughout the organization.
• Work with the HP CMC to establish the HP diversity, equity, and inclusion priorities, then actively drive the implementation of these priorities.
• Provide guidance, collaboration, and counsel to DEI Business Council as they review and execute their respective KPIs. Provide recommendations to Business councils on possible focus areas to ensure actionable steps are implemented to achieve KPIs.
• Recommend strategy and interventions related to equitable access, affordability, and social determinants of health for both humans and animals.
• Work closely with agile teams to ensure alignment with the set business council priorities and pull through of KPIs.
• Utilize new technology and predictive analytics to gauge the employee heartbeat and experience. Oversee the engagement strategy for U.S. Human Pharma via necessary action planning. Prepare associated updates as needed to key leaders in the organization.
• Oversee external relationships with key diversity and inclusion organizations and publications, leveraging the latest research trends, data, and statistics to inform future diversity and inclusion strategies. Partner closely with talent acquisition in the creation of the academic relations and emerging talent strategy.
• The Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion oversees the strategy of HP BRG activities and initiatives, ensuring alignment with U.S. Human Pharma priorities and DEI priorities set by the HP CMC.
• Partner globally with Culture, People, and Strategy Team (CPS) on Sustainable Development and culture matters to ensure integrated and global alignment worldwide.
• Active engagement in internal dialogue and employee/stakeholder pulse to better understand impact and key issues related to DEI.
• Collaborate and partner closely with HR Directors, Business Leaders, HRBPs, Communications, Public Relations, Government Affairs, and other key stakeholders to understand unique business challenges and varying cultures to effectively enable and appropriately align the DEI Strategy.
• Serve as Executive Coach/Subject Matter Expert to senior leaders and recommend external provider solutions and next practices as needed to drive a more inclusive culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience. Advanced degree preferred. Other certifications such as CDO Certifications or Coaching credentials preferred.
• 15+ years working in a multinational corporate environment. 15+ years as HR, D&I practitioner, OD, or Engagement Manager.
• A key capability is to bring organizational savvy, exceptional change management skills, and a proven track record of demonstrated sustained results and impactful change outcomes.
• Demonstrates a deep understanding of the spectrum of affirmative action, DEI, and anti-racism practices and approaches.
• Stylistically, the Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer will be collaborative, organized, and action-oriented, with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Provide balance between strategic and operational leadership.
• Leads with humility and brings a positive, high-energy disposition, with the ability to inspire people to become part of the solution.
• This role will require expertise in organizational change management, authentic leadership, transformation, and strategic implementation.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

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