SILC Cluster Senior Director, Sanofi Integrated Launch Capabilities

Role Summary

The SILC Cluster Senior Director leads Sanofi Integrated Launch Capabilities (SILC) initiatives across a cluster, partnering with the SILC Cluster Head to implement and maintain launch excellence standards for assets across Sanofi. The role drives operational excellence and consistent implementation of launch frameworks across Global Business Units and Regions, integrating SILC Initiatives and delivering data-driven insights to continuously improve launch activities. Location: Cambridge, MA.

Responsibilities

• Implement SILC Initiatives to drive adoption of SILC launch tools and enable high-impact launches that exceed expectations
• Work cross-functionally with Global Brand Teams, Country Launch Teams, and other SILC teams to develop launch plans using SILC Foundations
• Monitor and update progress of launch activities using SILC Quants
• Develop and maintain launch standards and frameworks within SILC Initiatives, in collaboration with SILC Strategy & Operations
• Lead launch workstreams focused on implementing SILC Initiatives for products and therapeutic areas
• Contribute to continuous improvement of SILC Initiatives through beta testing and capturing learnings to drive improvement
• Analyze launch performance data to identify opportunities and inform SILC Framework refinements
• Create and maintain launch documentation, playbooks, and guidance materials in the SILC Framework
• Track adoption of SILC Initiatives across products, regions, and functional teams; identify accelerators/barriers to adoption
• Conduct assessments using SILC Data and Simulation tools to ensure launch readiness and compliance with standards
• Document lessons learned and best practices from launch executions

Qualifications

• Experience with pharma launches across Commercial, Medical, and/or Market Access; US market or specialty pharma experience preferred
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a global, matrix environment
• Experience in strategy implementation or operations excellence; ability to translate strategic initiatives into operational execution
• Track record of managing complex, cross-functional projects with measurable outcomes
• Track record of driving organizational transformation
• Familiarity with AI and data simulation applications in pharma launch contexts is desirable
• Track record of translating data into insights
• Previous consultancy experience is a plus

Skills

• Strategic Translation: turning strategic initiatives into operational plans and execution frameworks
• Analytical Skills: strong problem-solving and ability to translate data into insights
• AI & Advanced Analytics: understanding of AI applications in launch contexts
• Stakeholder Management: ability to influence without direct authority and liaise across teams
• Data Analysis & Visualization: proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, Tableau, Power BI
• Change Management: experience driving adoption of new ways of working
• Communication: exceptional written and verbal communication for senior leadership
• Collaboration: effective in a matrix organization and cross-functional relationship-building
• Attention to Detail: strong organizational and follow-through capabilities

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required; Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or related field) preferred
• Languages: Fluent English

Additional Requirements

• Travel: up to 25% of overall business travel