Senior Director, Business Insights & Analytics – Therapeutic Dermatology

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

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

Job Location: Boston, MA

The Opportunity

Galderma is seeking to hire an experienced individual to lead the Insights & Analytics function for the Therapeutic Dermatology (TD) business. The Senior Director, Insights & Analytics (TD) sets the vision and leads the strategy for data‑driven decision making across Galderma’s U.S. commercial TD business.

This role is accountable for enterprise‑level forecasting and analytics capabilities, overseeing a team of analytics professionals, and generating high‑impact insights to shape and drive strategic decision making across multiple functions The Senior Director will transform complex data into actionable intelligence through advanced modeling, data visualization, and cross‑functional leadership, ensuring analytics are embedded in key business processes and long‑term planning. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative leader and have experience as both a manager and as an individual contributor.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead short/mid-range forecasting and performance tracking processes, by modeling numerous underlying demand and sales drivers, strategically working with stakeholders to define assumptions/parameters, communicating performance vs. forecast, and identifying critical scenarios/sensitivities and quantifying risks and opportunities.
• Lead definition of 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.
• Own the full analytics lifecycle: data sourcing, processing, cleaning, modeling, visualization, and reporting, ensuring quality, consistency, and scalability.
• Own prioritization and governance of the analytics portfolio, balancing strategic initiatives with operational needs and ensuring on‑time, high‑impact delivery.
• 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.
• 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 analytics, guiding business partners on how to best leverage data for commercial performance.
• Build, deepen, and sustain cross-functional strategic partnerships with marketing, sales, finance, IT, and other key functions to ensure analytics are integrated into core business processes and planning cycles.
• Own 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: Bachelor’s degree in quantitative discipline required (economics, business, finance, statistics, data science, engineering). Master’s degree or PhD strongly preferred.
• Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in analytics, insights, or data science within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare industry, and 5+ years of leadership experience in forecasting, marketing science or similar, and/or equivalent in relevant life sciences consulting role post-MBA/PhD, with meaningful quantitative decision support, and experience influencing senior leadership.
• Experience working with a range of data sets – specialty pharmacy/patient-level deidentified data, IQVIA data, payer/claims data, large unstructured data sets (e.g., social and digital media data, secondary data sources), etc., and strong proficiency in data visualization (e.g., Power BI, Tableau), analytics tools (e.g., Python, R, SQL), and CRM/data platforms.
• Demonstrated leadership of high‑impact analytics teams, with a track record of building capabilities and leading complex, cross‑functional initiatives at scale.
• Team player and collaborator with ability to develop rapport and credibility with a wide variety of stakeholders across different functions and at all levels.
• Exceptional problem‑solving skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to translate complex technical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for non‑technical executive audiences.
• Strong analytical skills and business acumen; intellectual curiosity, motivation and ability to structure problems, diagnose issues and triangulate with multiple approaches while keeping sight of the “big picture” and synthesize the key findings.
• 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 $200,000-$265,000 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.

Benefits

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.

Next Steps

• If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter. 
• The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager  
• The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team 

Don't meet every single requirement? At Galderma, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the qualifications listed, we encourage you to apply anyway!

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