Associate Director, Pricing and Contracting Performance Lead, Market Access- Vaccines

Sanofi (US); Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global healthcare company is seeking an Associate Director, Pricing and Contracting Performance Lead for their Market Access team. This role will lead analytics-driven projects to optimize marketing effectiveness and enhance customer engagement across their vaccine portfolio. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in analytics within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry, demonstrating strong leadership and strategic analysis skills.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing benefits

14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years in an analytics role within Market Access, Pricing, or HEOR.
• Experience with contract systems and external data sources like IQVIA.
• Proven ability to lead complex analytics projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee analytics initiatives to improve marketing ROI and customer engagement.
• Deliver insights for strategic business decisions including pricing and access.
• Manage timelines and vendor partnerships during high-volume periods.

Skills

Data analysis

Operational efficiency

Digital transformation

Cross-functional coordination

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Associate Director, Pricing and Contracting Performance Lead, Market Access- Vaccines

Job Title: Associate Director, Pricing and Contracting Performance Lead, Market Access- Vaccines

Location: Morristown, NJ

About the Job

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Associate Director, Pricing & Contracting Performance Lead, Market Access to lead cross-functional analytics initiatives that inform strategic decisions, optimize marketing effectiveness, and enhance customer engagement across our vaccine portfolio. This role will serve as a key partner to leadership, sales, and Market Access teams, using data-driven insights to drive business outcomes in a complex and rapidly evolving environment.

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.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead Analytics-Driven Projects: Oversee cross-functional analytics initiatives to improve marketing ROI, customer engagement, and campaign performance.
  
• Strategic Analysis for Market Access: Deliver insights that guide strategic business decisions, including pricing, access, and go-to-market models.
  
• Business Partnership: Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership and field teams, identifying key business questions and delivering actionable, data-based solutions.
  
• Operational Leadership: Step into leadership roles during high-volume or under-resourced periods; manage timelines, vendor partnerships, and analytical methodologies.
  
• Analytics & Reporting Optimization: Drive improvements in reporting systems and analytical frameworks to align with evolving strategic goals.
  
• Market Defense & Offense Strategy: Develop and support data-driven defense and offense strategies across the product portfolio, especially during competitive market events.
  
• Innovation & Adaptability: Explore new data sources, tools, and methodologies to keep pace with market shifts and business needs.
  
• Mentorship: Support and mentor team members through onboarding, professional development, and project delivery.
  

About You

Qualifications & Experience

• 7+ years in an analytics role within Market Access, Pricing, or HEOR-preferably within the pharmaceutical, healthcare, or vaccine industries.
  
• Proven experience leading digital transformation projects and implementing new systems/applications.
  
• Strong background in data analysis, operational efficiency, and automation.
  
• Experience with contract systems and external data sources such as IQVIA is strongly preferred.
  
• Exceptional ability to synthesize complex data into clear business insights.
  
• Demonstrated success in cross-functional coordination, stakeholder management, and vendor oversight.
  
• Ability to lead and make decisions in high-pressure environments with limited information.
  
• Skilled communicator who can effectively bridge technical and non-technical teams.
  
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred (Analytics, Business, or related field).
  

You are an analytical leader who thrives in high-stakes environments and brings a "let’s do this" attitude to every challenge. You combine strong strategic thinking with hands-on execution, and you're passionate about leveraging data to drive business success. You possess:

• Analytics Project Leadership: Proven ability to lead complex analytics projects that drive business value.
  
• Strategic Business Collaboration: Expertise in aligning analytical insights with business strategies and influencing decision-making.
  
• Data Synthesis & Insight Generation: Strong skills in synthesizing data and generating actionable insights that influence business outcomes.
  
• Vendor & Resource Management: Experience managing vendors and resources to meet project needs and timelines.
  
• Operational & Process Optimization: A track record of improving operational processes and enhancing efficiencies through automation and system optimization.
  
• Project Management & Prioritization: Ability to manage multiple priorities and execute projects under pressure, ensuring timely delivery.
  
• Cross-Functional Communication: Skilled in bridging the gap between technical teams and business partners, translating complex topics into clear, actionable information.
  
• Digital Systems Implementation: Experience in leading digital transformation initiatives and implementing new systems or applications to meet business needs.
  

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 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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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.

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