What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Specialist, Business Innovation position at Align Technology?

Description

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Specialist, Business Innovation to join the Americas Business Innovation and Strategic Programs team. In this role, you will be responsible for the successful build, test, and launch of pilots and programs that originate from the team.

The ideal candidate will need to flex between structured program rigor and creative ambiguity. The candidate must possess well-rounded skills in strategic thinking, design, project management, communication, data analysis, and business acumen. This person will manage programs through development and launch, which includes ideation / concept creation, testing, validation, and helping build a GTM strategy while also contributing to the iterative design process. This person will report directly to the leader of the Program Development and Go-to-Market Strategy team under the Americas Business Innovation and Strategic Programs team. This role requires a business-savvy entrepreneurial mindset, customer-centricity focus and an outcomes-driven approach.

Role expectations

In this role, you will support the Americas Business Innovation and Strategic Programs team and stakeholders on complex and high priority projects by managing program development in support of growth objectives. You will have four focus areas :

1. Build

represent stakeholder perspectives for all Business Innovation and Strategic Programs pilots by analyzing needs, developing a thoughtful pilot test approach, and identifying and presenting appropriate recommendations to improve pilot programs,
create compelling presentations to clearly convey business cases, pilot approach, status and actions needed with and to stakeholders,
remain up to date with industry trends to discover opportunities for growth and innovation,

2. Test

participate in the ongoing testing of new ideas that have reached pilot stage within the Business Innovation & Strategic Partnerships team,

gather input and feedback by facilitating meetings and workshops for internal and external stakeholders,

examine data and metrics to assess success and detect possibilities for enhancement,

seek continual feedback from internal and external customers on the effectiveness of pilots and supporting materials, adjusting as required,

3. Launch

prepare and launch programs externally from Business Innovation and Strategic Programs team, working cross-functionally to involve all stakeholders,

support and equip our field team with necessary tools to successfully launch programs,

accelerate adoption by developing and implementing education and training strategies,

Constantly iterate and improve existing processes,

4. General

Build relationships throughout the organization to support your focus areas

Learn the business : understand what success looks like for our customers, patients, and internal groups and infuse those learnings into your focus areas

Other duties as assigned.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience,

4 years’ relevant work experience, preferably focused on business innovation, design thinking, marketing, operations, program management, or product management,

experience conceptualizing, planning, and executing on program build from ideation to launch,

strong communication skills,

strong relationship-building skills, with ability to influence stakeholders cross-functionally in a globally matrixed organization,

knowledge of or desire to learn the orthodontics and dentistry industry.

Complementary skills

self-motivation with the ability to work individually and in project teams,

ability to proactively see gaps and issues and propose solutions or mitigation strategies,

work both independently and collaboratively,

advanced PowerPoint skills,

Familiarity or desire to learn project management tools, including Asana and Miro.

WORK SCHEDULE / HOURS

Hybrid office arrangement

Regular business hours

Travel may be required up to 20%

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Global Diversity Statement :

At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.

Equal Opportunity Statement :

Align Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all our practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected category. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are applying, and employment eligibility will be verified as a condition of hire.

Your growth and well-being :

At Align, every smile matters. We are committed to supporting your health, contentment, and professional development through tools and initiatives designed to help you thrive. While benefits may vary by location, you can expect the following wherever you join us :

Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind.

Employee discounts on Invisalign products.

Learning opportunities though online learning resources and support for your individual development plans.

Inclusive workspace that fosters diversity and collaboration.

Country-specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process.

Discover Align :

At Align Technology, we are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.

We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration.

As part of our commitment to innovation, Align Technology includes exocad and Cubicure, companies that enhance our offerings and extend our impact to industry transformation.

Eager to learn how we embrace diversity and nurture employee well-being?

Explore Align's culture here!

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