Associate Director Field Learning and Development

Sanofi • Cambridge, MA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? Join Sanofi in one of our corporate functions, and you can play a vital part in the performance of our entire business while helping to make an impact on millions around the world. Sanofi has pioneered the development and delivery of transformative therapies for patients affected by rare and debilitating diseases for over 30 years. We accomplish our goals through world-class research, collaboration with the global patient community, and the compassion and commitment of our employees. With a focus on rare diseases, multiple sclerosis, immunology, and oncology, we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of the patients and families we serve. Sanofi Genzyme's portfolio of transformative therapies, marketed in countries around the world, represents groundbreaking, life-saving advances in medicine. Sanofi, an integrated global healthcare leader, discovers, develops, and distributes therapeutic solutions focused on patients’ needs. The Sanofi Associate Director, Field Learning & Development reports to the Sanofi Director, Field Learning & Development. The Associate Director, Field Learning & Development is based in Cambridge, MA. The Associate Director, Field Learning & Development, has responsibility for supporting field training needs. This person will be responsible for strategic planning and implementing world-class product training, as well as skill-based training via eLearning, live meetings, virtual training, and on-demand courses. We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

Requirements

• BA/BS Degree required, preferably in life sciences or business.
• The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of relevant pharmaceutical/biotech industry experience with at least 1+ year in one or more of the following: leading national training programs, field enablement, commercial capability development, or field-based sales/account management with demonstrated training, coaching, or mentorship responsibilities preferred.
• Experience translating complex clinical/scientific data into scalable learning content preferred.
• Proven communication skills with a well-developed ability to efficiently and productively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to influence, collaborate, and interact effectively with a senior leadership team and multiple key stakeholders across sales and marketing to align objectives and provide consistent training direction.
• Demonstrated excellence in project management, including effectively managing multiple projects/priorities, and in budgeting and actual spending against budget, is required.
• Cross-functional partnership experience (Marketing, Sales, Medical, Compliance) strongly preferred.
• Ensure that all training programs are consistent with and support the company's legal, regulatory, and compliance guidelines.
• 25-35% national travel required

Nice To Haves

• An advanced degree (MBA, PharmD, or equivalent) is a plus.
• An ideal candidate will have experience in specialty pharmaceuticals or biologics; immunology, rare disease, or related specialties are strongly preferred.
• Training, field enablement, or commercial capability experience strongly preferred.
• Experience in specialty/biologic therapeutic areas preferred, immunology, rare disease, or related specialty experience a plus.
• Sales launch, biologic, and reimbursement experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with alliance/partner coordination preferred.
• Proficiency in digital tools (Veeva, Power BI, Salesforce, Microsoft 365, etc.) preferred.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills are essential to success in this position.
• Strong collaboration, organizational, and operations skills

Responsibilities

• Develop, with the Director, Field Learning & Development, the training and development function for the Business Unit, including training on disease, product, and customer interaction capabilities, as well as other training courses as needed. The Associate Director, Field Learning & Development, will be responsible for the on-the-ground execution and deployment of training experiences.
• Assist in the development and execution of comprehensive strategic and tactical plans to support the short- and long-term objectives of the Sales, Marketing, and Patient Educational Services, and Reimbursement Teams. This includes responsibility for implementation and continuous improvement to the following work streams: New hire training programs and curriculum Continuing education with ongoing learning programs Advanced training for ongoing learning of product and disease knowledge, and customer interaction capabilities Field advisory teams and learning champions.
• Assist in the definition and development of core competencies and create tools, curriculum, and initiatives to support them.
• Responsible for the development of classroom training programs, including customer interaction capabilities as well as disease and product education via live training experiences, e-learning modules, WebEx, etc.
• Manage the Product Review Board process for all sales training materials, incorporating all relevant regulatory and legal compliance programs into the appropriate training programs.
• Responsible for the development of field-based training programs, including field mentorships, coaching, and field assessment
• Establish and implement key metrics to track and communicate the level of value and impact of sales training and development initiatives to all stakeholders.
• Work closely with Sales and Marketing to ensure the appropriate integration of sales and marketing materials into all new-hire and ongoing learning training programs.
• Manage, design, and deliver sales training materials for National Sales Meetings and Area/Zone and Regional Sales Meetings, in close coordination with Marketing, Field Advisory Teams/Learning Champions.
• Ensure budgets and schedules meet corporate requirements.
• Select, develop, and manage relationships with key agency partners.
• Provide a high level of strategic analysis and planning with the ability to work with and manage demands and expectations from multiple internal customers.
• Design and attend certification training for relevant training programs and vendors.

Benefits

• 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 a 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director