Senior Director, Heplisav B - Vaccine

About the job

Join the team protecting half a billion lives every year with next-gen science, mRNA innovation, and AI-driven breakthroughs. In Vaccines, you’ll help advance prevention on a global scale - and shape the future of immunization. At Sanofi, we chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives. As Senior Director, Heplisav B, you will own and architect the strategic vision and commercial performance of Heplisav B as a critical enterprise asset. You will drive seamless integration of Heplisav B while optimizing market leadership and delivering transformational business results. This is a senior leadership role requiring enterprise-wide influence, and full accountability for strategy creation, organizational alignment, and P&L performance at scale.

About Sanofi

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

Main Responsibilities:

• Architect and own the comprehensive Heplisav B brand strategy and long-term vision that establishes market leadership, drives portfolio transformation, and delivers enterprise-level growth
• Define the strategic roadmap and go-to-market framework for Heplisav B, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives, portfolio priorities, and corporate growth initiatives
• Drive seamless integration of Heplisav B, architecting enterprise-level synergies and strategic alignment across business platforms and franchises
• Champion cross-franchise coordination and strategic alignment, including synergies and strategy/execution trade-offs
• Lead enterprise-wide strategic alignment on Heplisav B strategy, priorities, and business performance
• Lead precise growth initiatives for continuous optimization of brand-level performance
• Own full P&L accountability for Heplisav B at enterprise scale, translating complex market dynamics into strategic business insights that shape corporate priorities and investment decisions
• Define and lead performance management frameworks against comprehensive KPIs; drive accountability for delivering transformational business results
• Architect the complete path-to-plan for Heplisav B in partnership with key stakeholders; influence enterprise resource allocation and investment priorities
• Identify and lead strategic efficiencies to optimize performance, resource allocation, competitive positioning, and organizational effectiveness
• Lead cross-functional executive partnerships to proactively identify and capitalize on transformational growth opportunities; ensure end-to-end execution from strategy through implementation at enterprise scale
• Develop and own strategies for unique areas of growth and emerging subsegments; tailor approaches to capitalize on distinct market opportunities that differentiate Heplisav within the competitive landscape
• Champion customer engagement models to drive uptake in top targeted accounts for Heplisav B
• Build, develop, and lead high-performing teams, including direct reports and broader team; serve as a mentor and talent developer for future leaders
• As a leader in Sanofi US Marketing & Commerical Strategy, contribute to the organization beyond Heplisav B to the broader portfolio, precision marketing capabilities, and overall organizational strategy, including franchise prioritization and trade-off decisions
• Develop unique and impactful digital and consumer marketing, utilizing AI as appropriate, to accelerate brand adoption

This is not an exhaustive nor comprehensive list of key responsibilities as the candidate may perform other duties as assigned. This role may also evolve over time.

About You

Education Requirements:

• Required: Bachelor's degree
• Strongly Preferred: Master's degree (MBA or related field)

Required Experience and Skills:

• 12–15+ years of pharmaceutical, healthcare, or vaccine marketing, sales, or strategy experience with demonstrated progression into strategic leadership roles
• Proven track record of architecting and owning brand strategy that drives market leadership and delivers transformational enterprise-level business results
• Visionary strategic thinking and exceptional business acumen with ability to define long-term vision, anticipate market dynamics, and architect innovative solutions at enterprise scale
• Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and drive results across complex matrixed organizations and at the highest executive levels
• Exceptional executive presence with proven ability to present to and influence C-suite, board-level, and enterprise leadership; shape corporate strategy and investment decisions
• Track record of owning full P&L accountability at significant scale and delivering against transformational, enterprise-level business targets
• Advanced data analytics and business intelligence capabilities with ability to translate complex insights into strategic recommendations and executive-level decision frameworks
• Demonstrated success leading enterprise-scale, cross-functional initiatives from concept through execution with measurable business impact
• Experience managing creative agencies, third-party vendors, and strategic partnerships to deliver exceptional results
• Deep expertise navigating promotional materials through legal, regulatory, and medical review processes; ensure compliance excellence
• Outstanding strategic planning, problem-solving, and organizational leadership skills
• Exceptional oral, written, and presentation skills with meticulous attention to detail and executive communication mastery
• Strategic vision combined with tactical execution excellence and proven ability to drive transformational results at enterprise scale
• Senior leadership competencies including ability to inspire, align, and mobilize teams, senior stakeholders, and cross-functional organizations
• Proven ability to build, develop, and lead high-performing teams; mentor and develop future leaders
• Creativity, enthusiasm, analytical rigor, and exceptional business insights with enterprise-level perspective
• Experience influencing enterprise strategy, resource allocation, and investment priorities

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.