d) German Affiliate at Gilead Sciences

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

Demonstrates extensive leadership skills with an ability to set a vision, to lead change, and to lead and mentor others. Able to lead in a matrix team
Highly developed skills as planner with ability to formulate, develop and execute training strategy
Highly developed interpersonal skills with ability to lead, interact with, focus, resolve conflict and drive consensus among individuals from groups of disparate individuals
Demonstrates excellent commercial training skills and extensive knowledge and/or expertise in each area such as commercial and core business skills
Excellent project, people and budget management skills in the areas of training, performance management, planning, prioritization, objective setting, meeting management and plan execution
Has previous experience in best-in-class commercial training which includes a familiarity with a variety of the training field's concepts, practices, and procedures
Able to identify, select, manage and evaluate external agencies, including vendors to develop programs and materials
Demonstrates strong leadership skills with experience over a diverse and broad set of functions
Has a proven ability to sustain a high energy level over time
Demonstrates outstanding multi-tasking and delegation skills with the ability to direct key changes through leadership and mentoring
Strong knowledge of the roles of other functions and how to optimize the partnership with each

Responsibilities

Accountable for setting the long-term vision for the Commercial Learning and Development group
Ensures resources are in place to deliver vision and arbitrates resource allocation decisions
Builds key relationships with the most senior members of management identified as Learning and Development’s customers
Facilitates relationships with more junior members of the Learning and Development team and with internal customers
Resolves critical strategic or elevated issues and facilitates discussion and agreement
Collaborates with Commercial Operations functional heads to coordinate all components of the training approach, including curricula at a high level
Accountable for establishing appropriate procedures, systems, metrics and infrastructures to support training operations
Develops leadership team and responsible for identifying when changes to the organization are needed
Develops, coaches and manages key functional staff. Inspires culture and institutes key processes
Leads by example, respecting Gilead values
Oversees the resolution of returns

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

LeadershipChange ManagementMentoringTraining StrategyInterpersonal SkillsConflict ResolutionCommercial TrainingProject ManagementPeople ManagementBudget ManagementPerformance ManagementPlanningPrioritization

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for this position?

This is a full-time position.

Is this role remote or does it require office presence?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills are required for the Senior Director Commercial Operations role?

The role requires extensive leadership skills to set vision, lead change, and mentor others; highly developed interpersonal skills to resolve conflict and drive consensus; excellent commercial training skills; and strong project, people, and budget management skills.

What is the company culture like at Gilead?

Gilead emphasizes collaboration, determination, and a relentless drive to make a difference, with people leaders playing a key role in evolving the culture to make every employee feel included, developed, and empowered.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Director role?

Strong candidates demonstrate extensive leadership in matrix teams, proven commercial training expertise including managing external vendors, and skills in sales analytics, operations, multi-tasking, and cross-functional partnerships.

Gilead Sciences

Develops and commercializes biopharmaceuticals

About Gilead Sciences

Gilead Sciences focuses on discovering, developing, and commercializing medicines for various medical conditions, including HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer, inflammatory and respiratory diseases, and cardiovascular issues. The company conducts extensive research and development to create new therapies, which are then marketed to healthcare providers, hospitals, and pharmacies after receiving regulatory approval. Gilead differentiates itself from competitors through its strong commitment to R&D and strategic partnerships, such as with SAP Ariba, to enhance its operations and product offerings. The company's goal is to improve health equity and access to care globally, working with communities to ensure that its medicines reach those in need.

Foster City, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1987Year Founded

$15,873.6MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid family time off and paid parental time off

Generous 401(k) contribution matching

Comprehensive medical plans that cover both physical and mental healthcare

Global Wellbeing Reimbursement

Time Off

Global Volunteer Day

Giving Together Program

Employee Support Programs

Flexible Work Options

Risks

Increased competition in HIV treatment from ViiV Healthcare's expanding drug portfolio.

Regulatory scrutiny over drug pricing could impact Gilead's U.S. market operations.

Patent expirations, like Truvada's, lead to increased generic competition and revenue loss.

Differentiation

Gilead's lenacapavir is recognized as the 2024 Breakthrough of the Year for HIV care.

Partnerships with LEO Pharma and Tubulis enhance Gilead's focus on inflammatory and cancer therapies.

Gilead's commitment to health equity initiatives like COMPASS and HepConnect sets it apart.

Upsides

Gilead's strategic partnerships expand its reach in inflammatory and oncology drug markets.

Investment in digital health technologies enhances Gilead's R&D and patient engagement.

Focus on sustainability improves Gilead's operational efficiency and corporate reputation.

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