Director, Commercial Training & Capabilities

Sarepta Therapeutics•Cambridge, MA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Commercial Training & Capabilities will lead the development of the commercial field training function, including development of a Commercial Training strategy. The Director will also create and deliver scientific, product, and disease-state educational resources across the organization, to enhance the scientific knowledge throughout Sarepta. Familiarity with the promotional review process for training materials and the ability to communicate and train on complex medical topics will be important. This position will report to the Vice President., Opinion Leader Programming, Assay Strategy, Commercial Training & Development, Diagnostics & Bioinformatics

Requirements

10+ years of experience in a pharmaceutical/biotech company preferred
3-5 plus years as a commercial trainer at a pharmaceutical/biotech company
Developed and facilitated comprehensive training programs for rare disease commercial teams, enhancing competence in complex, rapidly evolving therapeutic fields
PharmD/PhD preferred. In the absence of an advanced degree, a demonstrated ability to assimilate, comprehend, and communicate complex concepts as they relate to gene therapy and RNA technology is mandatory
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to navigate complex organization and foster alignment between stakeholders
Superior organizational skills including strong attention to detail and accuracy, the ability to prioritize and organize multiple projects, meet deadlines, problem-solve, analytical abilities and multi-task
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Works with a sense of urgency, efficiency, and attention to detail
Demonstrated program ownership and consistent delivery on commitments
Ability to work cross-functionally and with all levels of the organization
Solid management skills with ability to provide clear guidance, direction and feedback
Recognized by former peers, colleagues, managers and direct reports for attributes congruent with Sarepta Values: Drive, Excellence, Resilience, Teamwork, Innovation and Compassion
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

Build out a long-term strategic vision for long term learning and functional training at Sarepta
Work with key stakeholders to identify critical business needs and implement solutions across the organization
Implement a communication strategy to inform key stakeholders across the organization of educational resources and training support provided by the training department
Develop and execute innovative, efficient and effective ways of delivering training
Develop training strategies to enhance virtual customer and HCP engagement
Oversee planning and execution of national and regional training meetings in collaboration with cross-functional leads and senior leadership
Establish and implement key metrics to track and communicate level of value and impact of training and development initiatives
Ensure training materials and communications are prepared pursuant to the promotional review process SOP
Proficiency in submitting materials through MLR software systems
Familiarity with and experience implementing consultative selling models