Director, Business Insights & Analytics - Therapeutic Dermatology

Galderma; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 197,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

Galderma in the United States is seeking a Director, Business Insights & Analytics for Therapeutic Dermatology to lead data-driven decision making across the U.S. commercial business, building enterprise analytics capabilities and guiding a team of analytics professionals.

You will transform complex data into actionable intelligence through advanced modeling, visualization, and cross-functional leadership, embedding analytics in strategic planning and key business processes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in quantitative field; data science or analytics preferred.
• 10+ years in analytics/insights/data science in pharma/healthcare.
• Leadership of analytics teams and cross-functional initiatives at scale.
• Proficient in data visualization tools (Power BI/Tableau).
• Strong skills with Python/R/SQL and CRM/data platforms.
• Ability to translate complex findings for exec audiences.

Responsibilities

• Define strategic analytics roadmap for the US commercial business.
• Oversee full analytics lifecycle: sourcing, processing, modeling, visualization, reporting.
• Lead development of advanced analytics frameworks and methodologies.
• Deliver insights to inform brand strategy, targeting, and ROI analysis.
• Govern analytics portfolio and balance strategic initiatives with ops needs.
• Drive continuous improvement in data quality, automation, and self-service analytics.
• Translate outcomes into clear narratives for senior leadership and partners.
• Mentor analytics talent and build cross-functional partnerships.
• Manage vendor/data partner relationships to maximize value.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Change management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Business Analytics, Economics, or related field

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Python

R

SQL

CRM/data platforms

Job description

Job Title: Director, Business Insights & Analytics - Therapeutic Dermatology

The Opportunity

The Director, Business Insights, sets the vision and leads the strategy for data‑driven decision making across Galderma's U.S. commercial business. This role is accountable for enterprise‑level analytics capabilities, overseeing a team of analytics professionals and driving high‑impact insights that shape strategic decisions across sales, marketing, and access. The Director transforms complex data into actionable intelligence through advanced statistical modeling, data visualization, and cross‑functional leadership, ensuring analytics are embedded in key business processes and long‑term planning.

Key Responsibilities

Define the strategic roadmap for business analytics and data modeling across the U.S. commercial business, aligning capabilities with commercial objectives and long‑term growth plans.

Provide executive oversight of the full analytics lifecycle: data sourcing, processing, cleaning, modeling, visualization, and reporting, ensuring quality, consistency, and scalability.

Lead the design of advanced analytics frameworks and methodologies to detect trends, patterns, and drivers that address complex and evolving business challenges.

Deliver enterprise‑level insights that inform brand strategy, customer behavior, segmentation, forecasting, targeting, and ROI analysis, with clear implications for senior leadership decision making.

Own prioritization and governance of the analytics portfolio, balancing strategic initiatives with operational needs and ensuring on‑time, high‑impact delivery.

Champion continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, automation, data quality, and self‑service analytics capabilities across the organization.

Translate analytical outcomes into clear, compelling narratives and recommendations for senior stakeholders, including executive leadership, and influence strategic choices.

Serve as the senior subject matter expert and internal consultant on advanced analytics, guiding business partners on how to best leverage data for commercial performance.

Build, deepen, and sustain strategic partnerships with marketing, sales, finance, IT, and other key functions to ensure analytics are integrated into core business processes and planning cycles.

Oversee and optimize relationships with external vendors, data partners, and technology providers to support the analytics ecosystem and maximize value from external data assets.

Mentor and develop analytics talent, fostering a high‑performing, impact‑oriented team culture and succession pipeline.

Qualifications

Education: Master's degree strongly preferred in Data Science, Statistics, Business Analytics, Economics, or a related quantitative field; bachelor's degree required.

Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in analytics, insights, or data science within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare industry, including experience influencing senior leadership.

Demonstrated leadership of high‑impact analytics teams, with a track record of building capabilities and leading complex, cross‑functional initiatives at scale.

Strong proficiency in data visualization (e.g., Power BI, Tableau), analytics tools (e.g., Python, R, SQL), and CRM/data platforms, coupled with sound understanding of commercial data structures.

Exceptional problem‑solving skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to translate complex technical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for non‑technical executive audiences.

Proven ability to drive change, establish analytics best practices, and embed data‑driven decision making across a commercial organization

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This role requires the ability to perform standard office activities, including extended periods of computer use, participation in virtual and in-person meetings, and collaboration across teams. Depending on business needs, occasional travel may be required. Work environments and physical requirements may vary based on the requirements of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities may be modified, added, or removed as necessary to meet business and organizational needs.

Compensation

The target base salary range for this role is $196,800-$246,000 per year. This range reflects the anticipated compensation for the role. Where pay falls withing the range may vary based on many factors, including, but not limited to, job responsibilities, skills, experience, education, certifications, location and applicable geographic pay zones, market conditions, internal equity and business considerations. Compensation decisions are made based on an assessment of the candidate's qualifications and the totality of relevant factors.

In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an annual short-term incentive program, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Galderma offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with employer match, paid time off, and other benefits, subject to eligibility and applicable plan terms.

Work Authorization

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

What We Offer

At Galderma, you'll be part of a purpose‑driven organization committed to advancing dermatology and improving patient outcomes worldwide. We offer competitive compensation, annual incentive opportunities, and comprehensive benefits, along with meaningful opportunities for growth, development, and collaboration in an inclusive and innovative environment.