Senior Director, Integrated Insights

Gilead Sciences

. Lead the US Integrated Insights team and serve as the primary strategic partner to US Marketing, Market Access, and Commercial Leadership teams .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeSanta Monica • California • United StatesSenior💰 $237,575 - $338,250 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading integrated insights functions, driving market access strategies, and transforming complex data into actionable business recommendations. Proven ability to manage high-performing teams and establish scalable processes within the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.

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Commercial Insights LeadershipMarket Research ExpertiseForecasting MethodologiesExecutive Communication SkillsTeam Development and Mentoring

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Hard Skills

Market Access InsightsBrand ForecastingBusiness PlanningIntegrated Performance ReportingData AnalysisKPI DevelopmentOpportunity AssessmentHealthcare AnalyticsCommercial StrategyMarket Landscape Analysis

Soft Skills

Influencing Without AuthorityStorytelling SkillsCross-Functional CollaborationStrategic RecommendationsLeadership in Complex Organizations

Industry Keywords

PharmaceuticalBiotechnologyHealthcareOncologyHematologySpecialty PharmaceuticalsCell TherapyConsultingCommercial OperationsExecutive Leadership

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the US Integrated Insights team and serve as the primary strategic partner to US Marketing, Market Access, and Commercial Leadership teams
Lead brand insights, market access insights, launch readiness insights, brand forecasting, business planning processes, and integrated performance reporting across the US portfolio
Lead the US Integrated Insights function across brand, portfolio, and market access stakeholders
Drive development of integrated market narratives synthesizing market research, analytics, forecasting, competitive intelligence, and organizational insights
Ensure cross-functional alignment around key business questions, strategic priorities, and commercial implications
Lead insights planning processes to identify emerging opportunities, risks, and strategic recommendations
Oversee market research and insights programs across the US portfolio
Lead cross-functional insights and analytics pods
Guide integrated performance reporting, opportunity assessments, and market landscape analyses
Partner with Advanced Analytics, Sales Analytics & Operations, Commercial Operations, and other CIAO functions
Own US brand forecasting processes across inline and launch products
Support financial planning, portfolio decision making, Long Range Planning, Latest Estimates, Annual Operating Planning, and launch planning
Lead payer, provider, account, and market access insights
Establish KPIs, monitor performance, and identify opportunities to optimize access and patient impact
Lead commercial KPI and performance measurement framework development
Support MBRs, QBRs, marketplace reviews, and executive reporting
Translate complex data into actionable recommendations for senior leadership
Lead, develop, and mentor insights, forecasting, and market access professionals
Establish scalable capabilities, processes, and operating models
Serve as a senior leader within CIAO and contribute to organizational priorities and capability development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctorate and 8+ years of relevant experience OR Master’s and 10+ years of relevant experience OR Bachelor’s and 12+ years of relevant experience
Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, consulting, or related industries
Significant experience leading commercial insights, analytics, forecasting, market research, or market access functions
Experience managing and developing high-performing teams
Experience supporting oncology, hematology, specialty pharmaceuticals, or cell therapy businesses
Deep knowledge of commercial strategy, forecasting methodologies, market research, and healthcare analytics
Experience partnering with Marketing, Market Access, Commercial Operations, Medical Affairs, Finance, and Executive Leadership teams
Strong executive communication and storytelling skills
Demonstrated ability to influence without authority and lead through complex matrix organizations
Proven record of transforming data into strategic business recommendations and organizational action

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives
Paid time off
Company-sponsored medical insurance
Company-sponsored dental insurance
Company-sponsored vision insurance
Company-sponsored life insurance