Group Director, Strategic Planning (Pharma Agency Experience Required)

Company Description

EVERSANA INTOUCH® is a global, full-service marketing agency network serving the life sciences industry, and is the first – and only – agency network to be part of a fully integrated commercialization platform through EVERSANA®. We provide next-generation creative and media services, enterprise solutions and data analytics services for clients. 

We get fired up when people talk about getting—and staying—healthy. That’s where we find our inspiration: in the very human experiences of patients, doctors, and even each other. Then, we collaborate on ways to make caring for one’s health more achievable, connecting patients and physicians with the information and tools they need. 

We embrace diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Improving patient lives around the world is a priority, and we need people from all backgrounds and swaths of life to help build the future of the healthcare and the life sciences industry. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive culture that embraces our cultural beliefs.  

Job Description

The Group Director, Strategic Planning is a leader and idea generator who inspires our internal teams and client teams toward ground-breaking marketing. The Group Director, Strategic Planning establishes trustworthy relationships and is seen by others as a collaborative role model and mentor. He or she is an expert in understanding patient journeys across multiple brands and how people live in our digital world, while bringing the heart of traditional planning. This position will frequently distil research and data analytics down into meaningful insights and strategic recommendations, clearly articulating the thinking behind our work, ideas and POVs. This person will be an advocate for the Intouch planning process to both internal and client teams, able to clearly align the planning department to help address our client’s business needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Our employees are tasked with delivering excellent business results through the efforts of their teams.  These results are achieved by:  

• Strategic Leadership: Lead the development of data- and insight-driven strategies that align with client business objectives, inspiring both internal and client teams toward innovative marketing solutions. 
• Client Partnership: Serve as the primary strategic voice in client meetings, delivering impactful insights, recommendations, and strategic frameworks that drive brand success. 
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Foster a collaborative environment by building trust across internal teams, clients, and agency partners, acting as a role model and mentor. 
• Insight Generation: Translate complex research, data analytics, and patient journey insights into clear, actionable strategies that connect traditional planning with digital trends. 
• Thought Leadership: Identify and implement cutting-edge approaches to address challenges, while publishing POVs to showcase innovative solutions and industry advancements. 
• Team Development: Coach and mentor Planning team members, resolving conflicts, guiding career development, and ensuring alignment on strategic goals. 
• Deliverable Oversight: Ensure the quality and consistency of all client-facing deliverables, setting and maintaining high standards of excellence for the team. 
• Market Expertise: Stay at the forefront of pharmaceutical, healthcare, digital, and media trends to anticipate client needs and deliver impactful, forward-thinking strategies. 
• Analytical Problem Solving: Apply advanced analytical skills to synthesize data, prioritize key insights, and craft compelling narratives for decision-making and presentations. 
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.  
• All other duties as assigned  

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of EVERSANA to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by an employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for EVERSANA. If reasonable accommodation is needed to perform the essential functions of your job position, please contact Human Resources. 

PEOPLE LEADER  

People leaders must possess both the skills to effectively accomplish these tasks and the emotional intelligence to do so in alignment with our cultural values.  In addition to the critical management and leadership tasks listed above, this role also includes the following unique responsibilities:  

• Responsible for and oversee their respective department. 
• Interview, select and supervise the activities of the department staff; communicate interpret and discuss with team the compan