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Job Description
Reporting to the Exec. Director, US Commercial Learning and Development, this individual will lead the US CL+D Treatment team. The individual in this role oversees the development of all training curriculum, provides expertise in the implementation and sustainment of the program, and provides mentorship and development to a team of therapeutic area training managers.
This position is based at our Foster City, CA headquarters. Currently we are in a GFLEX program where Gilead is requiring employees to be in office HQ 3 days a week,
As the Director, Commercial Learning and Development- Liver/Covid you will:
Lead development and implementation of knowledge/skill-based training focused on ensuring Liver/Covid TA success through therapeutic disease state, product knowledge for commercial field sales, and advanced selling skills training.
Lead, coach, motivate and inspire a team in pursuit of Commercial & CL&D objectives to foster a collaborative and productive environment.
Previous L+D and people leadership skills a strong plus.
Possess strong interpersonal communication skills; facilitation skills; problem solving, decision making, working in a matrix environment and analytical skills.
Requires strong influence skills especially gaining alignment across various levels and functions.
Partners with stakeholders, subject matter experts and colleagues to define, evaluate and up level training needs through determination of knowledge gaps, needs assessment as well integrated training materials.
Supports relevant internal departments including Marketing, Commercial (management, field sales, regional trainers), Commercial Operations, Medical Information, Legal, Business Conduct and Regulatory.
Monitors and maintains alignment with Commercial group’s strategic training plan while balancing short-term and long-term business goals.
Apply best practices in adult learning theory to promote continuous learning and reinforce Gilead’s commercial strategy.
Responsible for hiring, leading, developing and promoting more junior employees within Learning and Development
Understands and has experience with instructor-led, virtual instructor-led, virtual and web-based training.
Must have the ability to focus on performance by establishing clear objectives for the training outcomes and team responsible
Oversees development of content supporting new hire, national meetings, manager meetings, sustainment and ongoing skills training throughout the year.
Incorporate motivating, creative, and interactive training techniques to enhance the training experience, to maximize learning and retention.
Effectively manages a project from its initiation to delivery, either as live or virtual training as a deliverable.
Ability to effectively communicate in visual, oral and written presentation forms.
Actively seek out new principles in learning to further improve training initiatives and identify efficiencies.
Knowledge of sales performance metrics use to improve training and development design.
Manage agency relationships spanning content design and development, ensuring quality and timeliness of these deliverables, within budget.
Experience with working and managing a set budget in HQ environment
The experience and ability to see opportunity in challenges, bring and drive for innovation in all aspects of the role with a demonstrated growth mindset
.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and Twelve Years’ Experience
OR
Masters' Degree and Ten Years’ Experience
OR
PhD and Eight Years’ Experience
Preferred Qualifications:
BS/BA degree with a concentration in Science, Education, Business or Marketing and a
Masters degree with a concentration in Science, Education, Business or Marketing
Leadership Experience in CL+D Strongly preferred
Experience with clinical and product, compliance and selling skills knowledge, used in tandem with solid project management skills.
Experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical field preferred.
Prior sales management/leadership experience is a plus.
Experience in learning principles and application, curriculum development and instructional design skills is preferred.
Advanced Degree in a related field is desirable.
Experience in virology and related therapeutic areas a strong plus.
Computer aptitude with appropriate software programs Microsoft Word, Excel, OneNote, PowerPoint, ZOOM, Outlook, Teams and Adobe Acrobat is required.
People Leadership Accountabilities
Create Inclusion - Cultivate an inclusive environment that values diversity in ideas, perspectives, and experiences. Model inclusive behaviors and ensure that team members feel valued and empowered.
Develop Talent - Actively mentor and develop the unique skills and career aspirations of each team member, providing clear feedback and growth opportunities aligned with both current performance and future potential.
Empower Teams - Align team objectives with organizational goals, clearly articulating how each role contributes to overall success. Remove barriers and foster a supportive ecosystem, enabling the team to thrive.
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