Agilent Technologies · 1 day ago
AVP, Special Projects and Transformation
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$211K/yr - $330K/yr
10+ years expAgilent Technologies is seeking an Associate Vice President (AVP) for Special Projects and Transformation to drive strategic direction and operational excellence in the Finance Organization. The role involves overseeing strategic planning, program management, and providing support to the Chief Financial Officer while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsLife SciencePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Lead the annual strategic planning process for the Finance Organization, ensuring alignment with the overall enterprise strategy
Facilitate the development of strategic goals, objectives, and initiatives
Coordinate with senior leadership to integrate organizational strategies with enterprise-wide initiatives
Monitor progress against strategic plans and adjust as necessary to achieve desired outcomes
Evaluate and prioritize initiatives based on strategic importance, resource availability, and potential impact
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and functional transformation to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness
Implement best practices and process improvements across the organization
Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration within the team
Provide strategic support to the Chief Financial Officer, ensuring execution and coordination of key initiatives as well as driving the core operations of the Finance Organization
Serve as a liaison between the Finance Organization and other senior leaders, ensuring effective communication and alignment
Manage special projects and initiatives as directed by the Chief Financial Officer
Prepare reports, presentations, and other materials for the Chief Financial Officer
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
10+ years of experience in strategy development, strategic project portfolio management, program/project management, and/or strategic pricing
10+ years of increasing managerial experience
Experience in providing strategic support to senior leadership, including managing special projects and initiatives
Demonstrated experience of strong leadership and team management skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey information and facilitate discussions
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate across all levels of the organization and operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement long-term strategies that align with business goals
Project Management: Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools, with a focus on delivering projects on time and within budget
Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions. Ability to analyze complex business issues and provide actionable insights
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely
Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships
Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and environments
Innovation: Ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
Financial Acumen: Understanding of financial principles and the ability to develop and manage budgets
Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and address issues proactively
Benefits
Bonus
Stock
Benefits
Company
Agilent Technologies
Agilent Technologies addresses the scientific and laboratory management needs of analytical scientists and clinical researchers.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
Agilent Technologies has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (51)
2024 (56)
2023 (58)
2022 (70)
2021 (64)
2020 (53)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2019-09-05Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1999-11-26IPO
Leadership Team
Mike McMullen
CEO and President
Padraig McDonnell
President and CEO
Recent News
Research & Development World
2026-01-09
News-Medical.Net
2025-12-24
Company data provided by crunchbase