Head, Field Learning and Development

Main Responsibilities Lead gap assessment, strategic planning, content development, implementation, and measurement for product training, field leadership/management training, and customer-engagement skill-based training for commercial customer-facing teams (sales and sales leadership) across all NA therapeutic areas. Develop and lead NA training strategy across all NA business units/therapeutic areas aligned to business unit and brand goals. Lead a team of 35 L&D professionals (5–7 direct reports) and develop NA learning resources/experiences (new hire curricula, new product launch planning, selling skills, field leadership development). Proactively assess field knowledge gaps; oversee guidance to product teams with training initiatives. Determine and implement innovative training delivery approaches using Global GTMC and NA Learning standards (eLearning, live meetings, virtual training). Ensure regulatory/legal compliance guidance is incorporated into training materials. Establish key metrics to track and communicate training value/impact; coordinate with NA Learning and Global GTMC to drive efficiencies. Partner cross-functionally with Sales Leadership, Brand, Market Access, PSS, Medical, Legal/Compliance, and offshore hub colleagues. Standardize customer-facing capabilities across NA BUs using One Sanofi approach; drive budgets/schedules and deliver financial budget. Experience/Qualifications 10+ years in Commercial Operations (field force learning and development). Bachelor’s degree required; 15+ years pharma/biotech/vaccine industry experience. 8+ years L&D and adult education methods; 8+ years leading large teams. Certified in Instructional Design preferred. Proven project management, budgeting/spend management, and facilitation skills. Required/Preferred Skills Advanced Microsoft (Teams, PowerPoint) for training development/facilitation/effectiveness reviews. Excellent verbal/written communication; stakeholder and conflict management. Adult learning/technology knowledge; experience deploying innovative learning solutions for large audiences. Ability to lead in matrix organizations, influence, coach/empower, and drive change. Benefits Healthcare and wellbeing benefits; at least 14 weeks gender-neutral parental leave. Application Instructions All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr