We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to join our team as the Senior Director Commercial Planning & Strategy within the Global Rare Disease & Cardio-metabolic Commercial Business Unit (CBU). This pivotal role will build the future of our portfolio, driving strategic planning and execution across global markets. Reporting to the Executive Director, Global Strategic Customer Engagement, you will collaborate with leadership teams to align commercial objectives with our broader organizational goals. If you are passionate about innovation, thrive in complex environments, and are eager to make a significant impact in rare and ultra-rare diseases, this role is for you.

Lead cross-functional and cross-regional integration efforts to ensure alignment and operational efficiency across the Rare Disease & Cardiometabolic CBU.

Develop and oversee long-term strategies aligned with product lifecycle stages, ensuring integration with marketing, R&D, and regulatory teams.

Manage distributor relationships, ensuring adherence to service levels and effective delivery to international markets.

Monitor and analyze key industry trends, category data, and brand performance metrics to inform strategic decisions.

Drive lifecycle management initiatives and influence the strategic direction for commercialized products and pipeline assets.

You have a proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines while maintaining high quality.

You excel at building trust, gaining alignment, and navigating ambiguity in cross-functional teams.

You thrive in a collaborative environment and have strong leadership skills to guide teams toward shared goals.

You are a strategic thinker who can analyze complex trends and provide actionable insights.

You have a passion for rare and ultra-rare diseases and are eager to make a difference in patients’ lives.

You must have at least 12+ years of progressive experience in life science strategy or business management consulting, with 4–6+ years in the pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical market, including rare disease experience. A strong background in brand marketing, business development, or commercial operations is essential. Advanced degrees (e.g., PhD, MD, MBA) and experience in ultra-rare disease, franchise marketing, and product launches are strongly preferred. This role has international travel approximately 10–15% of the time.

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which vary by location.  In the U.S., benefits may include health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance), fitness centers, 401(k) company match, family support benefits, equity awards, annual bonuses, paid time off, and paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave) for eligible employees at all levels! For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the US, please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/.  For other countries’ specific benefits, please speak to your recruiter.
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For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions.  For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location.

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