Global Head of Strategy

Company: Sanofi
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: February 19, 2021

Job Description:

The health and safety of our employees and candidates is very important to us. Due to the current situation related to the--Coronavirus (COVID-19), we're leveraging our digital capabilities to ensure we can continue to recruit top talent. As your application progresses, you may be asked to use one of our digital tools to help you through your recruitment journey. If so, one of our--colleagues will explain how these tools will be used throughout the recruitment process and will be on hand to answer any questions you might have. From Research and Development to Sales and Marketing, Sanofi offers a wide range of possibilities. Discover our open positions and become a health journey partner. Do you have what it takes for a successful career with Sanofi? Global Head of Strategy for Specialty Care Summary: The Head of Strategy for Specialty Care is instrumental in collaborating with the Head of the Global Business Unit (GBU) and the Senior Leadership Team focused on innovative changes for Sanofi Genzyme. This person will be a critical leader to support and assess strategic topics evaluated at the Corporate level /Industrial affairs and Research and Development. This unique role will provide the ability to assess the opportunities, challenges and provide additional strategic planning and foresight into the business. We are seeking a leader with in-depth knowledge of the bio-pharmaceutical sector who demonstrates the ability to be a strong communicator, collaborator and influencer and be able to build trust with others. They must exhibit strong executive presence and have experience and comfort with sensitive business topics. Responsibilities:

• Drives the strategic planning process for the Specialty Care GBU and synthesize complex business issues to: (1) monitor Sanofi Genzyme progress against the strategic and financial goals, (2) facilitate management discussions of the GBU's business priorities, (3) Partners with the Senior Leadership to design and implement strategic initiatives and KPIs aligned to the overall GBU/corporate vision, in-an-effort to progress the evolution of Specialty Care to expands its portfolio and footprint.
• Leads in-depth strategic projects in response to opportunities and threats and/or business needs, in collaboration with business stakeholders, frame strategic issues, develop hypotheses, conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis, propose recommendations.
• In collaboration with Corporate, develop partnership and acquisition strategy in selected areas, working closely with business development, M&A, and Sanofi's venture fund.
• Track trends in the Specialty Care landscape, funding, products, and new market segments. Analyze strategies, actions, investments of competitors and other players (pharma, tech, providers, payers, startups, devices, regulators). Develop scenarios for market development; identify opportunities and threats for Specialty Care.
• Ensures clarity of communications and understanding across the GBU's and functions with respect to deliverables and timelines for agreed upon strategic initiatives.
• Develops and maintains strong working relationships with all key stakeholders internal and external.
• Agility to adopt Sanofi Play to Win behaviors Experience, qualifications and core competencies:
  • Proven ability to work well with executives and ability to lead and influence across multiple levels and functions of the organization without having direct authority.
  • Demonstrated ability to comfortably dive into any area of the business, understand business needs, and facilitate executive decisions based on changing priorities for the GBU/organization.
  • Proven ability to lead multiple internal cross-functional teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
  • Demonstrated consistent track record of effectiveness and delivering strong results.
  • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills; excellent presentation skills to groups of diverse size and make up.
  • Embraces diversity and demonstrates an inclusive mindset and role modeling these behaviors for the organization.
  • Visionary and forward thinking with the ability to influence and effectively drive organizational change and continuous innovation
  • Comfortable challenging the status quo and bringing forward innovative solutions
  • Ability to take risks implementing innovative solutions, accelerating time to market Complexity
    • Ability to work in a global ecosystem (internal and external) with a high degree of complexity
    • Breadth of knowledge required across therapeutic areas, indications, and/or modalities Requirements:
      • BA/BS degree required; scientific background preferred
      • MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred
      • 10+ years Bio-pharmaceutical or relevant experience required including 3+ years in consulting, strategy, business intelligence
      • Experience leading without authority in a matrix environment
      • Previous experience in collaborating cross-functional groups, made up of the following: Marketing, Sales, R&D, Medical Affairs, Market Research, Finance, Forecasting, etc.
      • Strong strategic thinking skills are required. Collaboration, conceptual and innovation skills.
      • Proven track record of leading and driving business transformation and delivering on programs with complex business deliverables
      • Proven experience leading the design and implementation of strategies in a commercial environment
      • Self-directed with external curiosity and desire to learn
      • Strong external network in innovative--technologies highly desired (e.g., innovators in academia and startups)
      • Ability to travel 20-30%, including international The successful candidate will be required to sign and execute a restricted covenant upon hire. Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law. At Sanofi diversity and inclusion is foundational to how we operate and embedded in our Core Values. We recognize to truly tap into the richness diversity brings we must lead with inclusion and have a workplace where those differences can thrive and be leveraged to empower the lives of our colleagues, patients and customers. We respect and celebrate the diversity of our people, their backgrounds and experiences and provide equal opportunity for all. Join our Talent Network and get Sanofi communications delivered to your inbox. By submitting your information, you acknowledge that you have read our privacy policy and consent to receive email communication from Sanofi.

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