Head of Data Analytics & Strategic Insights

Jobtailor; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Boston is seeking a senior analytics leader to drive end-to-end commercial analytics across Sales, Marketing, Market Access, and Patient Services. You will design KPI frameworks, dashboards, and forecasting processes to optimize commercial excellence and strategic planning.

The role requires 15+ years in biopharma/healthcare analytics, with proven leadership and ability to influence executive decisions. The position is on-site in Boston with heavy cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred (MBA, MS, MPH, PharmD or equivalent).
• 15+ years of experience in biopharma, healthcare, consulting, or analytics.
• Proven leadership in commercial analytics, forecasting, or insights functions.
• Deep understanding of pharma data sources, patient journeys, and market dynamics.
• Experience integrating data from hubs, specialty pharmacies, and distributors.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytics supporting Sales, Marketing, Market Access, Patient Services, and Leadership.
• Develop KPI frameworks, dashboards and performance management systems.
• Deliver actionable insights to identify growth opportunities and priorities.
• Partner with Commercial leadership to optimize targeting and resource allocation.
• Own enterprise data strategy including acquisition, governance and quality.
• Forecast for marketed products and pipeline assets; lead cross-functional planning.
• Build models to guide supply chain, financial planning, and business questions.
• Lead market research and monitor competitive landscape and reimbursement trends.
• Drive adoption of advanced analytics, AI and predictive modeling.

Skills

Leadership

Forecasting

Analytics

Stakeholder management

Market insights

Education

Bachelor’s degree; MBA/MS/MPH/PharmD preferred

Job description

Jobtailor in Boston is seeking a senior analytics leader to drive end-to-end commercial analytics across Sales, Marketing, Market Access, and Patient Services. You will design KPI frameworks, dashboards, and forecasting processes to optimize commercial excellence and strategic planning.

The role requires 15+ years in biopharma/healthcare analytics, with proven leadership and ability to influence executive decisions. The position is on-site in Boston with heavy cross-functional collaboration.