Sanofi
Director of Marketing Excellence, US Vaccines
Sanofi, Bridgewater, New Jersey, us, 08807
Director of Marketing Excellence
About the job
We are an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across different countries, our talented teams are exploring new technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.
To enable Sanofi's Play to Win ambition, and to compete and win in an ever-changing and increasingly competitive healthcare environment, we have created the Marketing Operations and Execution Team, of which the Director of Marketing Excellence for US Vaccines plays a critical role.
Who you are:
You want to coach, inspire, and role model vaccine marketing excellence. You can thrive within a transformation culture. You are regarded as a marketing expert and gained your experience from Sanofi and/or other vaccine manufacturers.
You have a strong understanding of Sanofi's Winning Ways of Marketing and the Marketing Excellence Tools (MEx). You are highly customer centric, consultative, a strong collaborator, and passionate about professionalizing vaccine marketing and raising the marketing excellence capabilities across the US Vaccines Commercial Teams that ultimately delivers incremental growth. You have the ability to interact with all levels of leadership.
You display a strong and genuine interest in helping US Vaccines realize its Go-to-market transformation by inspiring and equipping marketers with leading edge capabilities to deliver impact and results.
The Team:
You will be joining the Marketing Operations and Execution Team within US Sanofi Vaccines. You will be an integral member of the team and will work closely with the US Marketing Franchises and the Global Marketing Excellence Team.
Job Description Summary:
The Director of Marketing Excellence is responsible for building vaccine marketing capabilities within the US Vaccines Commercial Team, assisting the Marketing Teams in understanding and leveraging the Sanofi MEx tools to make informed "where to play" and "how to win" choices based on strong customer and vaccine market insights, and partnering with the Global Marketing Excellence Team to lead the US Vaccines annual brand planning process.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be required to:Identify capability gaps within the US Vaccines Commercial Team and establish a roadmap for their resolution while simultaneously staying abreast of external best practices and raising internal standards accordinglyDrive a vaccine marketing cultural change towards a truly customer-centric model that is insights driven and externally focusedLead the development and execution of foundational and advanced vaccine marketing capability building programs, training workshops, and "sprint solutions" like skill deep-divesLead the development and implementation of a vaccine marketing training curriculum for new and existing US Vaccines marketers that highlights the unique vaccine selling and B2B environmentContinuously iterate and improve programs and curriculum to reflect feedback, evolving marketing excellence tools, and ever-changing US healthcare environmentFacilitate MEx workshops with the US Vaccines Franchise Leads, constructively challenging and critiquing to deliver better quality thinking and resultsChampion and advocate the "Winning Choices Framework" ("where to play" and "how to win") and coordinate a consistent approach to annual brand planningPartner with the Global Marketing Excellence Team to magnify the impact of vaccine marketing capability efforts within US Vaccines (e.g. Marketing Skills Catalyst, Brand Planning, Circus Street, Positioning & Communication Excellence Deep Dives, Agency Transformation, Winning Way of Marketing, On-boarding, MEx Awards, MEx Hub etc.)Collaborate with the US Vaccines Franchise Leads on strategic priorities, ensuring best practices are continuously shared within and outside of the US Vaccines Commercial TeamLeverage the Vaccine MEx Champions network to embed change across the US Vaccines Commercial TeamProvide vaccine marketing thought leadership with US Vaccines Franchise LeadsBe a renowned and credible "go-to" expert for Marketers at all levels, coaching and sharing knowledge when and where requiredChampion a common, consistent marketing language throughout the US Vaccines Commercial TeamManage and optimize assigned budget, if applicableThis is not an exhaustive nor comprehensive list of key responsibilities as the candidate may perform other duties as assigned. This role may also evolve over time.
Key Relationships:
Building collaborative partnerships and influencing key stakeholders is crucial in this role:
US Vaccines Commercial TeamGlobal Marketing Excellence TeamGlobal Marketing Teams, as neededMEx Council Members and MEx LeadsUS Vaccines Annual Brand Planning PointsCreative and Media Agencies, as neededOther external partners (e.g., capability partners), as neededRequired Skills, Knowledge & Experience:
Minimum of ten (10+) years of US pharmaceutical and/or US vaccine marketing experienceDemonstrated understanding of the unique vaccine B2B selling model and account managementHigh aptitude to learn Sanofi's "Winning Choices" framework and MEx toolsStrong strategic thinking, analytical, creative problem-solving and decision-making skillsProactive leadership and collaboration skills to establish strong networksPassion for transformation and coaching; a strong desire and curiosity to continuously learn and improve self and othersDesire to help US marketers to do their "day jobs" better and committed to improving business performance and customer experienceStrong organizational awareness; ability to navigate, leverage, collaborate and deliver results within the matrix and operating cultureExcellent written and oral communication/presentation skills in EnglishPreferred Skills, Knowledge & Experience:
Minimum of five (5+) years of US vaccine marketing experienceExpert working knowledge of Sanofi's "Winning Choices" framework, supporting tools, and systemsEducation:
A minimum of a bachelor's degree is requiredMBA degree is preferredCritical Qualities:
Ability to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environmentStrong sense of urgency, ability to effectively prioritize and operate calmly under pressurePositive "can-do" attitude, proactive, and a self-starterAbility to drive change with excellent communication and influencing skillsA high degree of maturity and self-confidenceStrong interpersonal and influencing skillsWell organized, highly motivated, process-driven, results-oriented personalityAbility to thrive and lead within a data-driven environmentCreativity, curiosity, enthusiasm, analytical acumen, and exceptional overall business insightsUnderstanding of adult learning principlesA desire to heighten enthusiasm by making work both fun and fulfillingAbility to work on-site in hybrid capacityTravel Expectations
10%Home Office
Bridgewater, NJWhy Choose Us
Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it's through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks' gender-neutral parental leave.
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.
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Pursue progress, discover extraordinary
Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn't happen without people - people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let's be those people.
At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.
Watch our ALL IN video and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com!
About the job
We are an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across different countries, our talented teams are exploring new technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.
To enable Sanofi's Play to Win ambition, and to compete and win in an ever-changing and increasingly competitive healthcare environment, we have created the Marketing Operations and Execution Team, of which the Director of Marketing Excellence for US Vaccines plays a critical role.
Who you are:
You want to coach, inspire, and role model vaccine marketing excellence. You can thrive within a transformation culture. You are regarded as a marketing expert and gained your experience from Sanofi and/or other vaccine manufacturers.
You have a strong understanding of Sanofi's Winning Ways of Marketing and the Marketing Excellence Tools (MEx). You are highly customer centric, consultative, a strong collaborator, and passionate about professionalizing vaccine marketing and raising the marketing excellence capabilities across the US Vaccines Commercial Teams that ultimately delivers incremental growth. You have the ability to interact with all levels of leadership.
You display a strong and genuine interest in helping US Vaccines realize its Go-to-market transformation by inspiring and equipping marketers with leading edge capabilities to deliver impact and results.
The Team:
You will be joining the Marketing Operations and Execution Team within US Sanofi Vaccines. You will be an integral member of the team and will work closely with the US Marketing Franchises and the Global Marketing Excellence Team.
Job Description Summary:
The Director of Marketing Excellence is responsible for building vaccine marketing capabilities within the US Vaccines Commercial Team, assisting the Marketing Teams in understanding and leveraging the Sanofi MEx tools to make informed "where to play" and "how to win" choices based on strong customer and vaccine market insights, and partnering with the Global Marketing Excellence Team to lead the US Vaccines annual brand planning process.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be required to:Identify capability gaps within the US Vaccines Commercial Team and establish a roadmap for their resolution while simultaneously staying abreast of external best practices and raising internal standards accordinglyDrive a vaccine marketing cultural change towards a truly customer-centric model that is insights driven and externally focusedLead the development and execution of foundational and advanced vaccine marketing capability building programs, training workshops, and "sprint solutions" like skill deep-divesLead the development and implementation of a vaccine marketing training curriculum for new and existing US Vaccines marketers that highlights the unique vaccine selling and B2B environmentContinuously iterate and improve programs and curriculum to reflect feedback, evolving marketing excellence tools, and ever-changing US healthcare environmentFacilitate MEx workshops with the US Vaccines Franchise Leads, constructively challenging and critiquing to deliver better quality thinking and resultsChampion and advocate the "Winning Choices Framework" ("where to play" and "how to win") and coordinate a consistent approach to annual brand planningPartner with the Global Marketing Excellence Team to magnify the impact of vaccine marketing capability efforts within US Vaccines (e.g. Marketing Skills Catalyst, Brand Planning, Circus Street, Positioning & Communication Excellence Deep Dives, Agency Transformation, Winning Way of Marketing, On-boarding, MEx Awards, MEx Hub etc.)Collaborate with the US Vaccines Franchise Leads on strategic priorities, ensuring best practices are continuously shared within and outside of the US Vaccines Commercial TeamLeverage the Vaccine MEx Champions network to embed change across the US Vaccines Commercial TeamProvide vaccine marketing thought leadership with US Vaccines Franchise LeadsBe a renowned and credible "go-to" expert for Marketers at all levels, coaching and sharing knowledge when and where requiredChampion a common, consistent marketing language throughout the US Vaccines Commercial TeamManage and optimize assigned budget, if applicableThis is not an exhaustive nor comprehensive list of key responsibilities as the candidate may perform other duties as assigned. This role may also evolve over time.
Key Relationships:
Building collaborative partnerships and influencing key stakeholders is crucial in this role:
US Vaccines Commercial TeamGlobal Marketing Excellence TeamGlobal Marketing Teams, as neededMEx Council Members and MEx LeadsUS Vaccines Annual Brand Planning PointsCreative and Media Agencies, as neededOther external partners (e.g., capability partners), as neededRequired Skills, Knowledge & Experience:
Minimum of ten (10+) years of US pharmaceutical and/or US vaccine marketing experienceDemonstrated understanding of the unique vaccine B2B selling model and account managementHigh aptitude to learn Sanofi's "Winning Choices" framework and MEx toolsStrong strategic thinking, analytical, creative problem-solving and decision-making skillsProactive leadership and collaboration skills to establish strong networksPassion for transformation and coaching; a strong desire and curiosity to continuously learn and improve self and othersDesire to help US marketers to do their "day jobs" better and committed to improving business performance and customer experienceStrong organizational awareness; ability to navigate, leverage, collaborate and deliver results within the matrix and operating cultureExcellent written and oral communication/presentation skills in EnglishPreferred Skills, Knowledge & Experience:
Minimum of five (5+) years of US vaccine marketing experienceExpert working knowledge of Sanofi's "Winning Choices" framework, supporting tools, and systemsEducation:
A minimum of a bachelor's degree is requiredMBA degree is preferredCritical Qualities:
Ability to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environmentStrong sense of urgency, ability to effectively prioritize and operate calmly under pressurePositive "can-do" attitude, proactive, and a self-starterAbility to drive change with excellent communication and influencing skillsA high degree of maturity and self-confidenceStrong interpersonal and influencing skillsWell organized, highly motivated, process-driven, results-oriented personalityAbility to thrive and lead within a data-driven environmentCreativity, curiosity, enthusiasm, analytical acumen, and exceptional overall business insightsUnderstanding of adult learning principlesA desire to heighten enthusiasm by making work both fun and fulfillingAbility to work on-site in hybrid capacityTravel Expectations
10%Home Office
Bridgewater, NJWhy Choose Us
Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it's through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks' gender-neutral parental leave.
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.
#GD-SP#LI-SP
#LI-Onsite
Pursue progress, discover extraordinary
Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn't happen without people - people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let's be those people.
At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.
Watch our ALL IN video and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com!