Sr. Executive Coordinator
Description
Who We Are
BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health.
Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.
Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.
About Technical Operations
BioMarin’s Technical Operations group is responsible for creating our drugs for use in clinical trials and for scaling production of those drugs for the commercial market. These engineers, technicians, scientists and support staff build and maintain BioMarin’s cutting-edge manufacturing processes and sites, provide quality assurance and quality control to ensure we meet regulatory standards, and procure the needed goods and services to support manufacturing and coordinating the worldwide movement of our drugs to patients.
Role Summary
The Senior Executive Coordinator will serve as a strategic partner to BioMarin’s SVP Global Manufacturing. This role requires an exceptional professional who can operate at the intersection of technology, business strategy, and cross-functional collaboration—enabling the SVP Global Manufacturing to maximize impact across BioMarin’s Manufacturing functions.
More than traditional administrative support, this role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment where priorities shift rapidly, initiatives span the globe, and the stakes are high.
This is an opportunity for a highly adaptable, tech-savvy professional who brings intellectual curiosity, exceptional judgment, and the ability to anticipate needs in a complex, matrixed organization.
Why This Role Matters
For the right person—someone who is curious, adaptable, tech-forward, and energized by the pace of innovation—this role offers tremendous growth potential and the satisfaction of supporting work that truly matters.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Partnership & Executive Enablement
- Serve as the SVP Global Manufacturing’s administrative partner, anticipating needs so leadership can focus on high-impact initiatives
- Act as a trusted extension of the SVP Global Manufacturing in managing relationships with Senior Leadership peers, external vendors and partners, and key stakeholders across a global, matrixed organization
- Demonstrate exceptional judgment in prioritizing competing demands and redirecting requests appropriately while maintaining executive alignment
Complex Coordination in a Dynamic Environment
- Orchestrate intricate calendar management across multiple time zones, balancing strategic planning sessions, transformation program reviews, global team meetings, vendor partnerships, and external speaking engagements
- Coordinate domestic and international travel with meticulous attention to detail, navigating the complexity of a global digital organization
- Manage end-to-end logistics for high-stakes meetings including transformation leadership offsites, technology vendor presentations, and cross-functional innovation workshops
- Prepare, review and submit expense reports in alignment with T&E policy
Communication & Stakeholder Management
- Serve as a critical communications hub for the Manufacturing organization, facilitating information flow between the SVP Global Manufacturing, leadership team members, global manufacturing teams, and cross-functional partners
- Draft, review, and refine executive communications, presentations, and strategic documents with clarity and professional polish
- Represent the SVP Global Manufacturing office with exceptional executive presence, diplomacy, and discretion when interfacing with senior leaders and external partners
Organizational Leadership & Culture Building
- Partner with other executive coordinators to foster collaboration and build a strong administrative community
- Leverage digital tools, collaboration platforms, and emerging technologies (including AI) to drive efficiency and model innovative ways of working
Skills
Core Competencies
- Adaptability & Resilience: Exceptional ability to pivot quickly, manage ambiguity, and thrive in an environment where priorities shift based on business needs and emerging opportunities
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect dots across complex initiatives, understand broader organizational context, and make decisions that align with strategic priorities
- Tech Savviness: Comfort with technology concepts, digital tools, and emerging innovations; ability to quickly learn new platforms and guide others in adoption
- Intellectual Curiosity: Genuine interest in understanding the “why” behind initiatives; asks thoughtful questions and seeks to continuously expand knowledge
- Executive Presence: Polished, professional demeanor with the ability to represent leadership in high-stakes situations with confidence and discretion
Essential Capabilities
- Exceptional organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple, competing priorities in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments
- Superior written and verbal communication skills with executive-level polish and the ability to distill complex information
- Proactive problem-solving ability with creativity in addressing challenges and proposing solutions
- High level of discretion and sound judgment in handling confidential, strategic, and sensitive information
- Strong influencing skills and ability to build productive relationships across all levels of the organization
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Concur expense reporting, and collaboration platforms
- Ability to work independently with minimal guidance while knowing when to seek input or escalate issues
- Openness to periodically responding to requests outside normal business hours to support global teams
Personal Attributes
- Dependability: Unwavering reliability and follow-through; someone the SVP Global Manufacturing and team can count on without hesitation
- Growth Mindset: Eagerness to learn, develop new capabilities, and take on expanding responsibilities as the organization evolves
- Can-Do Attitude: Positive, solutions-oriented approach with flexibility to handle unexpected challenges with grace
- Collaborative Spirit: Team player who builds bridges, fosters connection, and contributes to a culture of mutual support
Education & Experience
- 7-10+ years of executive-level support to VP, SVP, or C-suite leaders in complex, global, or technology-driven organizations
- Demonstrated success supporting leaders in fast-paced transformation environments where agility, innovation, and continuous change are the norm
- Experience in technology, pharmaceutical, biotech, or highly regulated industries strongly preferred
- Bachelor’s degree required; degree in business, technology, or related field preferred
Work Environment
- This is a full-time, primarily onsite role based at BioMarin campus in Novato, CA
- Flexibility for occasional remote work during executive travel or special circumstances
Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.