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Director, Pricing and Contracting Optimization- Vaccines

Morristown, New Jersey Salary Range   USD 172,500.00 - 287,500.00
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Job Title: Director, Pricing and Contracting Optimization- Vaccines

Location: Morristown, NJ

About the Job

The Director, Pricing & Contracting Optimization is to develop and build the future state operating model for the US Vaccines Pricing & Contracting Team.  The Pricing & Contracting team was re-designed last year to drive end to end ownership of the pricing process from Strategy development to Reporting and Operations/Execution.  As such, the business process to execute end to end needs to be developed and implemented to improve efficiency, enhance strategic capabilities, optimize use of team resources, and create a positive customer experience.

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

  • Map out current state operating model, including business processes, workflows, governance, and forums to set a baseline for change.

  • Re-Design and implement future state Pricing & Contracting operating model working in concert with the pricing strategy team, reporting team, and operations team.

  • Build comprehensive institutional knowledge repository to drive a learning organization

  • Drive executional excellence across key Market Access priorities and serve as chief of staff to the Head of Pricing & Contracting

  • Explore new data sources, tools, and methodologies to keep pace with market shifts and business needs

About You

You are an intellectually curious person with a growth mindset and looking to development as a leader in the organization.  You possess:

  • A track record of improving operational processes and enhancing efficiencies through automation and optimization

  • Strong coordination skills to bridge strategic planning and operational execution

  • Proven ability to work cross-functionally and manage relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders.

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence without authority and drive alignment with cross-functional stakeholders.

  • Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to distill actionable insights.

  • Experience working in a high-visibility, fast-paced environment with a focus on outcomes.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and execute projects under pressure, ensuring timely delivery.

  • 7+ years of experience in either

    • Vaccines or Pharmaceutical experience in pricing, contracting, operations, marketing, account management or types of strategy roles

    • Other industries with a focus on process/workflow optimization and efficiency like Consulting, Tech, Banking, Logistics/Supply Chain, etc.

  • Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.

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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  • Growth happens here. With bold investments in R&D and world-class facilities, Sanofians across the entire vaccine lifecycle are shaping the future of global health.

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