Global Therapeutic Area Head, Dermatology - Immunology

Role Summary

Global Therapeutic Area Head, Dermatology - Immunology. Location: Cambridge, MA. Reporting to the Global Head of Immunology and as a member of the Immunology Franchise Leadership Team (IFLT), lead the Global Dermatology Immunology TA, with responsibility to take assets from PoCC to Wave 1 launches. This role will be the Asset Strategy Lead for Amlitelimab and Brivekimig.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive Disease Area strategy and co-positioning narrative of multiple assets in the same disease area that maximizes value for Sanofi.
• Lead and direct market development / shaping strategy, pre-launch and launch plans for assets with partnership of Tier 1 countries and Global Brand Teams.
• Direct the institutional learning and market shaping around an asset or in a new disease area by commissioning rapid and appropriate insights work, connecting with KOLs and patient advocacy groups and leaders.
• Partner with SILC LEx, to ensure preparedness for successful launches through rigorous launch readiness management, lead effective launch readiness reviews with senior management, and proactively address strategic barriers and opportunities.
• Drive Global P&L accountability and lead strategic and financial planning for brands, developing sales and expense forecasts to maximize portfolio value.
• Establish and execute vision & strategy for launch brands and provide executive leadership to Global Brand Teams (GBT) for Amlitelimab, Lunsekimig and Rilzabrutnib covering value & access, patient advocacy, medical, and commercial activities in collaboration with US and key markets for the brands.
• Following the successful launch in Tier 1 markets, mobilize TA BLs/IBLs and GBTs to continue supporting Tier 2+ country launches.
• Actively partner with global project teams and NPP teams to provide robust commercial direction on pipeline planning and product development strategy.
• Support the program teams directly and/or through the NPP team throughout the governance process (TARC, DWG, IDCC) providing TA business leadership within the franchise, R&D and investment committees.
• Understand and communicate requirements for regulatory approval (registration), access to market (pricing & reimbursement), and market differentiation required for the successful commercialization of new products.
• Spearhead partnership with NPP, business development and related M&A teams to align BD roadmap with TA strategy and evaluate potential commercial synergies with TA portfolio.
• Build and develop a best-in-class team, and foster strong cross-functional collaboration across the organization.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree is required. MBA, MS or PhD in life science is preferred
• Extensive and diverse industry experience: A minimum of 15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, across various functions (e.g., sales, marketing, MA, BD, NPP, etc.), including in US/key markets, with a focus on Dermatology Immunology and related therapeutic areas
• Leadership and brand management: experience in leading teams and brand/portfolio strategies in US/key markets (e.g., Franchise Head, GM) is required
• Current or prior experience managing global brands is preferred
• Launch and pre-launch experience: strong track record in successfully launching and pre-launching products in US/key markets is required
• Strong credibility in P&L management
• Cross-functional enterprise leadership and strong capacity to drive decision-making with key internal stakeholders is required
• Stakeholder engagement: ability to advocate for Sanofi’s vision, and negotiate and drive value from key partnerships, such as alliances, analysts and the investment community, patient organizations, and scientific institutions
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a matrixed environment with many cross-functional partners
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and quickly adjust to changing priorities is essential
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, including ability to synthesize and deliver a clear overview of the strategy, opportunity and risks for executives
• Up to 25% travel may be required
• Valid passport and ability to travel internationally

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree required; MBA, MS or PhD in life sciences preferred

Skills

• Strategic thinking and portfolio management
• Leadership and team development
• Global brand management and market access
• Stakeholder engagement and partnership development
• Regulatory, pricing and reimbursement awareness
• Financial planning and P&L oversight
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration

Additional Requirements

• Relocation support being extended for this role. Valid work authorization to work within the U.S. is required.