Commercial Practice Lead

PharmaACE; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Yearly bonus

Uncapped commissions

Collaborative team environment

Opportunities for career growth

Job summary

A Global Healthcare Consulting Firm in Princeton is seeking an experienced Commercial Practice Lead. This role involves building a new consulting practice focused on market research and competitive intelligence. Candidates should have over 10 years in consulting with strong leadership and business development skills. Join a dynamic environment with limitless growth opportunities and the chance to work with top-tier biopharma clients while leveraging advanced analytics and AI.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in top-tier consulting or life sciences consulting.
• 5+ years leading teams in a professional services environment.
• Proven success in forging executive-level client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead a high-performing team of consultants.
• Expand business footprint by generating new business.
• Partner with C-suite executives to provide data-driven strategies.
• Design and execute robust primary market research.
• Develop competitive intelligence frameworks.

Skills

Market research expertise

Competitive intelligence skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

PhD, MBA, or equivalent advanced degree

Job description

PharmaACE is a growing Global Healthcare Consulting Firm headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. Our expert teams of Business Analysts, based across the US, Canada, Europe, and India, provide Analytics and Business Solutions using our worldwide delivery models for a wide range of clients.We have deep expertise in Forecasting, Business Analytics, Competitive Intelligence, Sales Analytics, and the Analytics Centre of Excellence Model.Our wealth of therapeutic area experience cuts across Oncology, Immuno-science, CNS, CV-Met, and Rare Diseases. We support our clients' needs in Primary Care, Specialty Care, and Hospital business units. We have managed Biologics, Branded Pharmaceuticals, Generics, APIs, Diagnostics, and Packaging & Delivery Systems portfolios

Job Description

Are you a strategic visionary with a passion for unlocking market and customer insights that transform pharmaceutical decision-making? Do you possess the unique ability to transform ambiguous data into a clear, competitive advantage for leading pharmaceutical brands? If you are a seasoned leader who thrives on uncovering hidden truths, building world-class teams, and driving significant business growth, we have an unparalleled opportunity for you. PharmaACE is seeking an entrepreneurial Commercial Practice Lead to launch and lead our new high-growth consulting practice area. This is your chance to build a powerhouse of strategic intelligence, leveraging our firm's sterling reputation in Commercial analytics to deliver game-changing insights, strategies, and Consulting Services to the industry's top players.

We’re now launching a Commercial Consulting Practice to redefine how biopharma leaders innovate, optimize, and succeed in this dynamic and complex competitive environment. This is your chance to build and lead this high-growth business unit from the ground up, driving impact in a rapidly evolving industry.

As the Commercial Consulting Practice Lead, you’ll spearhead a transformative practice focused on a wide array of value-generating activities to address critical client needs- including: primary market research, competitive intelligence, comprehensive chart audits, field/field-Medical strategies & optimization. You’ll build a team of elite consultants, drive strategic partnerships with top-tier biopharma clients, and leverage advanced analytics and AI to deliver actionable insights & intelligence that shape go-to-market strategies and fuel & accelerate in-market growth.

Why Join PharmaACE?

• Rocket-Fueled Career Growth : Fast-track leadership in a high-growth firm, with unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of life sciences consulting.
• Limitless Earning Potential : Earn a competitive base salary, plus yearly bonus, plus uncapped commissions tied to your business development wins.
• Global Impact, Entrepreneurial Culture : Collaborate with a diverse, elite team across the U.S., Europe, and Asia in a dynamic environment that rewards innovation and excellence.
• Trusted Partnerships : Join a firm with a 100% repeat business rate, where you’ll build long‑term relationships with top biopharma leaders.
• Cutting-Edge Innovation : Lead the charge in deploying AI‑driven tools and analytics that redefine organizational strategy & scenario‑planning efforts.

Qualifications

• Proven Expertise: 10+ years in top‑tier consulting (e.g., McKinsey, BCG, Bain) or leadership roles in life sciences consulting, with deep expertise in market research, competitive intelligence, or analytics.
• Leadership Prowess: 5+ years leading teams in a professional services environment, with a track record of building high‑impact practices.
• Business Development Acumen: Demonstrated success in forging executive‑level client relationships and driving multimillion‑dollar revenue growth.
• Industry Network: Strong connections in pharma, biotech, or healthcare analytics, with a pulse on market trends and customer insights.
• Chart Audit Expertise: Hands‑on experience with chart audits or similar methodologies for uncovering detailed market and product dynamics in data‑scarce environments.
• Advanced Credentials: PhD, MBA, or equivalent advanced degree strongly preferred.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset: A builder’s mentality, energized by creating something new, solving complex problems, and delivering transformative impact.
• Global Mobility: Willingness to travel and work onsite with clients as needed.

Responsibilities

• Build a World‑Class Practice: Establish and lead a high‑performing team of consultants delivering innovative solutions across all relevant Commercial insights and analytics activities.
• Drive Exponential Growth: Expand PharmaACE’s business footprint by generating new business with existing and prospective clients - by leveraging your industry network and entrepreneurial drive.
• Deliver Strategic Insights: Partner with C‑suite executives to uncover market trends, customer behaviors, and competitive dynamics, providing data‑driven strategies that optimize product positioning and market entry.
• Lead Primary Market Research: Design and execute robust primary market research initiatives, including surveys, focus groups, and interviews, to deliver deep customer and stakeholder insights.
• Master Competitive Intelligence: Develop and implement cutting‑edge competitive intelligence frameworks to track competitor strategies, pipeline developments, and market shifts.
• Specialize in Chart Audits: Lead the development and execution of chart audits to uncover granular market and product‑specific dynamics in data‑scarce environments, providing clients with critical insights for decision‑making.
• Enhance Field/Field‑Medical Impact: Identify, create, and deploy a suite of new capabilities aimed at creating competitive advantage across this part of the Commercial organization.
• Innovate with AI & Analytics: Harness AI‑powered tools and advanced analytics to enhance research methodologies, streamline data collection, and deliver predictive insights.
• Champion Thought Leadership: Stay ahead of industry trends, publishing insights and presenting at conferences to position Company X as the go‑to leader in market and customer insights.
• Ensure Flawless Execution: Oversee high‑stakes projects, managing risks, timelines, and budgets to deliver exceptional client outcomes.
• Foster a Culture of Excellence: Mentor and inspire a diverse, global team, fostering innovation, collaboration, and a relentless commitment to client success.