Job Title: Commercial Strategy and Operations Director - Rhinology/Gastro/Allergy
Location: Cambridge, MA
We are seeking a highly strategic and execution-focused Chief of Staff to partner with the General Manager, US Dupixent RGA (Rhinology/Gastro/Allergy). The Director of Commercial Strategy & Operations role sits at the center of the franchise, driving strategic execution and operational excellence, accelerating business performance, and embedding AI-enabled ways of working across teams. You will act as a force multiplier for the GM ensuring priorities are aligned, decisions are data-driven, and initiatives are executed with speed and rigor. This is a unique opportunity to operate at the highest levels of a U.S. pharma team, shaping both business performance and the future of how work gets done through AI.
This individual will play a significant role intranslating strategy into actionand implementing high-impact projects in line with the franchise overall business objectives. This role will involve cross functional collaboration with Marketing, Sales, Insights & Analytics, TLL, PSS, Finance, Market Access, and Medical Affairs as well as the Global team. They will be responsible for overseeing the strategic business planning process,synthesizing complex data into actionable insights, andproactively identifyingopportunities and strategies for growth. This role will champion AI adoption, identifying high-impact use cases and work with teams to embed internal AI tools into day-to-day workflows.
Main responsibilities:
Design and executeoperational planning including leading weekly leadership team meetings, offsites and governance meetingswith clear outcomes and accountabilityand driving behavior of high-performing team
Establish robust governance frameworksthat drive decision-making velocity and cross-functional alignment
Partner with leadership to translatestrategy into executable tactics to achieve franchise business objectives
Lead high-priority acceleration projectswith measurable impact on business performance
Champion AI transformationthrough directed projects
serve as ambassador for AI and partner with teams to build AI fluency, enabling smarter, faster, and more data-driven decisions
Identify and remove organizational bottlenecks to accelerate decision-making and execution
Own the strategic business planningand budget process for Budget/C1/C2 Strategic planwith scenario planning and risk assessment
Provide strategic counselto US Head of RGA through business intelligence, trend analysis, andproactive issue identification
Synthesize complex datafrom US and Global colleagues to create compelling narratives for business reviews
Drive prioritization and executionof commercial activities; ensure knowledge sharing and alignment across brands
Lead analytical deep-divesin partnership with Marketing and Globalto uncover growth opportunities
Serve as strategic proxyfor GM in meetings, events and critical business decisions
Craft executive-level communicationsand presentations for internal and external stakeholders including Investor Relations
Execute mission-critical cross-brand initiativesleveraging functional relationships to deliver measurable outcomes
Manage Alliance governancewith strategic oversight and clear communication protocols
Optimize leadership effectiveness:foster collaboration,facilitate difficult conversations, create structured decision-making processes
Drive culture transformationinitiatives that enhance employee engagement and business performance
Desired Traits:
Strategic mindsetwithexecution excellence- translates vision into results
Intellectual & learning agility- thrives in ambiguous, fast-paced environments with competing priorities
Uncompromising integrity- trusted advisor with absolute discretion
Collaborative leadership- influences without authority, builds coalitions
Emotional intelligencewithcourageous communication- voices difficult truths constructively
Growth mindset- continuously learns and adapts
Executive presence- remains composed under pressure, inspires confidence
About You
Main requirements:
Bachelor's degree required,MBA strongly preferred
7-10 yearsexperience intop-tier consulting, commercial operations,sales/marketing, digital health roles
Proven track recordof driving strategic initiatives with measurable business impact
Strong understanding of U.S. pharmaceutical landscape (commercial, regulatory, and market dynamics)
Hands-on experience with AI tools and applications (e.g., LLMs, automation, analytics) and a passion for scaling adoption
Demonstrated experience driving operational improvements and performance management
Exceptional problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment with a high degree of ownership
Executive-level communicationand presentation skills with C-suite experience
Expert project managementwith ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously
Matrix leadership excellence- drives results through influence and relationship-building across all functions
Why 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 it9s 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 weeks9 gender-neutral parental leave.
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US and Puerto Rico Residents Only
North America Applicants Only
The salary range for this position is:
$178,500.00 - $257,833.33
All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs. Additional benefits information can be found through the LINK.
