Senior Director, Portfolio Strategy (Finance)

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Position Summary:

The Senior Director, Portfolio Strategy is a strategic and cross-functional leadership role within the Global Product Management organization . This individual will be responsible for market growth projections utilized to driv e portfolio-level strategy, governance and investment optimizations , and strategic decision-making across our product portfolio. The role requires strong collaboration with other Commercial leaders, R& D , Corporate Development & S trateg ic Planning , Finance, and other functions to ensure effective strategic planning and decision making for Illumina's portfolio strategy.

The ideal candidate combines deep genomic product and market expertise , strategic thinking, analytical excellence, and influential leadership to shape and manage a complex, innovative pipeline driving strategy to execution

Key Responsibilities:

1. Portfolio Strategy and Alignment

• Define and maintain a long-term strategic roadmap.

• Partner with internal stakeholders to align project investments with Illumina's strategies.

• Provide actionable insights to guide funding decisions and project prioritization.

• Support scenario planning, value-risk tradeoffs, and pipeline optimization.

• Lead team providing market segmentation, growth projections, and insights based on sophisticated models and analysis.

• Oversee Market Entry function and Customer Communications related to product lifecycle management, product changes, product quality and other related communications .

2. Portfolio Governance and Analytics

• Partner on portfolio governance processes, including approval committees and r eview boards.

• Drive continuous improvement of decision frameworks, performance criteria, and governance standards.

• Translate analytics into strategic insights that inform critical investment and trade-off decisions.

• Support and coordinate executive-level portfolio reviews and strategic planning forums.

4. Risk Management and Decision Support

• Identify strategic risks across the portfolio and recommend mitigation strategies.

• Enable clear communication of risks and trade-offs at leadership levels.

• Support cross-functional alignment on prioritization and resource deployment.

5. Performance Monitoring and Reporting

• Develop dashboards, analytics tools, and performance reporting for pipeline and portfolio status.

• Ensure data-driven decision-making with timely , accurate , and insightful reports.

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing through lessons learned.

6. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership across the company

• Facilitate collaboration across global /regional teams and diverse functional groups.

• Provide transparent and effective communication tailored to all levels of the organization.

7. Team Leadership and Development

• Lead a high-performing team of strategy professionals, analysts, and project leaders.

• Cultivate a culture of innovation, inclusion, and high-impact delivery.

• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities to staff.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required . Advanced degree strongly preferred (MBA or PhD )

• Minimum 2 0 years of relevant industry experience in commercial functions, strategy, portfolio management, or related fields.

• At least 12 years of people leadership experience.

• Proven track record in the genomics o r biotech industry, with deep knowledge of strategic planning and portfolio management

Strong analytical and financial acumen, including experience with forecasting, ROI analysis, and risk management.

The estimated base salary range for the Senior Director, Portfolio Strategy role based in the United States of America is: $220,500 - $330,700. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual's qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.