Associate Director, Field Learning & Development - Gastroenterology

About the role

Sanofi has pioneered the development and delivery of transformative therapies for patients affected by rare and debilitating diseases for over 30 years. We accomplish our goals through world-class research, collaboration with the global patient community, and with the compassion and commitment of our employees. With a focus on rare diseases, multiple sclerosis, immunology, and oncology, we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of the patients and families we serve.

Sanofi's portfolio of transformative therapies, which are marketed in countries around the world, represent groundbreaking and life-saving advances in medicine. As a Sanofi company, Sanofi Genzyme benefits from the reach and resources of one of the world's largest pharmaceutical companies, with a shared commitment to improving the lives of patients.

Sanofi Genzyme, an integrated global healthcare leader, discovers, develops and distributes therapeutic solutions focused on patients’ needs. The Sanofi Dupixent Gastro Associate Director Field Learning & Development reports to the Sanofi Dupixent Director of Field Learning & Development and is based in Cambridge, MA.

The Associate Director of Field Learning & Development has responsibility for supporting commercial training needs, including strategic planning and implementation of world-class product training and skill-based training via eLearning, live meetings, virtual training, and on-demand training courses.

Responsibilities

• Develop, with the Director of Field Learning & Development, the training and development function for the Business Unit, including disease, product, and customer interaction capabilities training, as well as other trainings as needed.
• Execute and deploy on-the-ground training experiences.
• Assist in the development and execution of comprehensive strategic and tactical plans to support the short- and long-term objectives of Sales, Marketing, Patient Educational Services, and Reimbursement Teams, including:
  • New hire training programs and curriculum
  • Continuing education with ongoing learning programs
  • Advanced training for ongoing learning of product and disease knowledge and customer interaction capabilities
  • Field advisory teams and learning champions
• Assist in the definition and development of core competencies and create tools, curriculum, and initiatives to support them.
• Develop classroom training programs, including customer interaction capabilities, disease, and product education via live training, e-learning modules, WebEx, etc.
• Manage the Product Review Board process for all sales training materials to incorporate regulatory and legal compliance programs.
• Develop field-based training programs, including field mentorships, coaching, and field assessment.
• Establish and implement key metrics to track and communicate the value and impact of sales training and development initiatives to stakeholders.
• Work closely with Sales and Marketing to integrate sales and marketing materials into all new hire and ongoing learning training programs.
• Manage, design, and deliver sales training materials for National Sales Meetings and Area/Zone and Regional Sales Meetings in coordination with Marketing, Field Advisory Teams, and Learning Champions.
• Ensure budgets and schedules meet corporate requirements.
• Select, develop, and manage relationships with key agency partners.
• Provide strategic analysis and planning to manage demands and expectations from multiple internal customers.
• Design and attend certification training for relevant training programs and vendors.
• Ensure all training programs align with company legal, regulatory, and compliance guidelines.

Requirements

• BA/BS Degree required; advanced degree (MBA, PharmD, or equivalent) a plus.
• 3+ years of relevant pharmaceutical/biotech industry experience, with at least 1+ year in one or more of the following: leading national training programs, field enablement, commercial capability development, or field-based sales/account management with demonstrated training, coaching, or mentorship responsibilities.
• Experience in specialty pharmaceuticals or biologics; immunology, rare disease, or related specialty experience strongly preferred.
• Experience translating complex clinical/scientific data into scalable learning content preferred.
• Proven communication skills with a well-developed ability to communicate efficiently and productively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to influence, collaborate, and interact effectively with senior leadership and multiple key stakeholders across sales and marketing to align objectives and provide consistent training direction.
• Demonstrated excellence in project management, including managing multiple projects/priorities, budgeting, and actual spending against budget.
• Cross-functional partnership experience (Marketing, Sales, Medical, Compliance) strongly preferred.
• 25-35% national travel required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Training experience strongly preferred.
• Experience in the Gastrointestinal marketplace, sales launch, biologic, and reimbursement experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong collaboration, organizational, and operations skills.

Benefits

• Support a company that brings life-changing treatments to millions and is committed to doing right by patients, communities, and the planet.
• Drive progress by helping simplify, scale, and modernize how a global biopharma business delivers smarter, faster, and more sustainably.
• Collaborate with teams across science, medicine, and operations to turn complex challenges into real-world solutions.
• Advance your career through stretch roles, cross-functional moves, and development opportunities designed to match your ambition.
• Thrive in inclusive, high-performing teams where every role matters and every voice helps shape what’s next.