Associate Director, Commercial Strategy and Operations

Galderma Prod Canada; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Galderma is seeking an Associate Director to lead high-impact strategic initiatives across the enterprise, translating priorities into actionable plans and measurable results. You will assess operations, uncover growth opportunities, and mobilize cross-functional teams to execute with discipline and speed.

The role acts as a bridge between strategy and execution, combining project leadership, executive communication, and stakeholder engagement to deliver on key priorities and drive tangible

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience leading strategic and operational improvement programs in skincare, pharmaceuticals, medical device, or dermatology.
• Proven track record of leading high-impact strategic initiatives, preferably from experience at a top-tier strategic consulting firm (McKinsey, BCG, Bain, etc.).
• Advanced expertise in applying sophisticated data analytics tools and AI platforms to generate actionable business insights and drive strategic decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in a complex, matrix environment and navigate competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, strategic performance improvement projects across Alastin, applying advanced operational excellence principles and execution.
• Partner with Director and VP-level stakeholders to identify, prioritize, and solve mission-critical business challenges through structured problem-solving and project management.
• Analyze operations, systems, and processes to diagnose root causes, synthesize, and identify high-value transformation opportunities.
• Deliver executive level communication materials for cross enterprise updates.
• Direct cross-functional teams spanning business technology, marketing, sales, commercial excellence, operations, and additional stakeholders to navigate competing priorities and deliver strategic outcomes.
• Develop, manage, and evolve sophisticated project plans, establishing clear goals, critical milestones, strategic deliverables, and meaningful performance metrics.
• Secure executive-level buy-in and investment through compelling business cases that align with organizational strategy and demonstrate tangible value creation.
• Challenge status quo thinking through intellectual curiosity and hypothesis-driven problem-solving that transforms ambiguous challenges into structured solutions.
• Provide thought leadership across multiple concurrent strategic initiatives, balancing competing priorities while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
• Lead matrix teams through complex change initiatives, providing clear direction, removing barriers, and fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
• Maintain close communication with senior leadership, providing strategic updates on project impact and proactively addressing emerging business needs.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Project management

Data analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

The Opportunity

Lead initiatives that redefine the future of medical grade skincare. In the role, you will partner with senior leaders to identify, prioritize, and manage complex strategic challenges across our enterprise. This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your elite consulting expertise, strategic vision, and operational excellence to drive measurable business impact-all while developing your leadership capabilities in an environment that rewards bold thinking and transformative execution.

The Associate Director will lead high-impact strategic and project management initiatives across Alastin, translating business priorities into clear action plans and measurable results. This role will assess operations, uncover growth and efficiency opportunities, and mobilize cross-functional teams to execute with discipline and speed. Serving as a critical bridge between strategy and execution, the Associate Director will combine strong project leadership, executive communication, and stakeholder engagement to deliver on key priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex, strategic performance improvement projects across Alastin, applying advanced operational excellence principles and execution
• Partner with Director and VP-level stakeholders to identify, prioritize, and solve mission-critical business challenges through structured problem-solving and project management
• Analyze operations, systems, and processes to diagnose root causes, synthesize, and identify high-value transformation opportunities
• Deliver executive level communication materials for cross enterprise updates
• Direct cross-functional teams spanning business technology, marketing, sales, commercial excellence, operations, and additional stakeholders to navigate competing priorities and deliver strategic outcomes
• Develop, manage, and evolve sophisticated project plans, establishing clear goals, critical milestones, strategic deliverables, and meaningful performance metrics
• Secure executive-level buy-in and investment through compelling business cases that align with organizational strategy and demonstrate tangible value creation
• Challenge status quo thinking through intellectual curiosity and hypothesis-driven problem-solving that transforms ambiguous challenges into structured solutions
• Provide thought leadership across multiple concurrent strategic initiatives, balancing competing priorities while maintaining exceptional quality standards
• Lead matrix teams through complex change initiatives, providing clear direction, removing barriers, and fostering a culture of excellence and accountability
• Maintain close communication with senior leadership, providing strategic updates on project impact and proactively addressing emerging business needs

Qualifications

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred
• 8+ years of experience leading strategic and operational improvement programs, with significant exposure in skincare, pharmaceuticals, medical device, or dermatology industry
• Proven track record of leading high-impact strategic initiatives, preferably from experience at a top-tier strategic consulting firm (McKinsey, BCG, Bain, etc.)
• Advanced expertise in applying sophisticated data analytics tools and AI platforms to generate actionable business insights and drive strategic decision-making
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in a complex, matrix environment and navigate competing o