Search Jobs

Valuable connections start here.

Search and Apply

To have a more in-depth discussion of a position, contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. Put our 40+ years of experience to work for you!

So sorry, this position is no longer available. Please go ahead and submit your application. We may have other positions that would be the perfect fit for you. Alternatively, you may want to apply to one of the following related jobs:

HOLD Director, Commercial Data Strategy & Analytics

Palo Alto, CA 94301

Posted: 04/02/2025 Job Number: 23650 Salary: 200.00

Job Description

Title- Director, Commercial Analytics & Strategy-PHARMA

Location- SF Bay Area- hybrid

Salary- Depends on Experience

Consultant- Eda Zullo, ezullo@smithhanley.com

 

In this position you will play a pivotal role in supporting commercial initiatives for pharmaceutical clients. This position involves developing strategic solutions using industry-specific datasets, managing projects, analyzing data, and providing actionable insights. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with pharmaceutical data and possess strong program management skills to address client business challenges and offer strategic guidance. 

 

This role requires close collaboration with the enterprise.  The successful candidate will bring expertise from the biopharma industry, a strong background in data strategy, acquisition, vendor management, and a proven ability to generate impactful insights that drive successful therapeutic area and brand strategies.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Expertise with pharma patient claims, APLD data (IQVIA LAAD, SYMPHONY, Komodo, MMIT), Payer data, and HCP/Account-level data.
  • Analyze patient-level data to provide insights on patient coverage and journey across therapeutic areas.
  • Understand data architecture and access processes.
  • Communicate findings to clients and teams via presentations.
  • Manage stakeholder relationships across commercial insights, analytics, and data teams.
  • Oversee vendor contracts and ensure data quality.
  • Support analytics teams to answer key business questions.
  • Provide status updates to clients and internal teams.
  •  

Requirements:

  • BA required MA desired with a strong academic record.
  • 15+ years in Pharmaceutical Commercial Analytics/Data Strategy/Management.
  • Experience with stakeholder and vendor management.
  • Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.

Meet Your Recruiter

Eda Zullo
Principal

Eda Zullo joined Smith Hanley in 2000 and has since become a driving force in the confidential recruitment of Commercial Analytics professionals across the Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Life Sciences, and Healthcare industries. With a sharp focus on data science, marketing science, sales analytics, forecasting, and data management, Eda is known for delivering high-impact talent that fuels business success.

Clients value her unmatched industry insight and her ability to identify candidates who excel both technically and culturally. One client shared, “Eda has a tremendous understanding of our hiring needs. She not only understands the job requirements, but also the ‘soft skills,’ which are just as important. It’s a true partnership. She’s placed most of our group—Eda is the BEST of the BEST!”

Before entering executive search at Smith Hanley Associates, Eda spent over 20 years in sales and marketing at the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), covering the NY Tri-State area. She holds a B.A. in Sociology from Rosemont College and brings a rare combination of empathy, expertise, and results-driven focus to every search.

Apply Online
Apply with LinkedIn Apply with Facebook Apply with X

Send an email reminder to:

Share This Job:

Related Jobs:

Login to save this search and get notified of similar positions.

About Palo Alto, CA

Ready to take your career to new heights? Explore our job opportunities around Palo Alto, California, and discover the endless possibilities this thriving hub of innovation and culture has to offer. Nestled in the heart of Silicon Valley, Palo Alto is not only home to tech giants like Google and Facebook but also boasts a vibrant arts scene with renowned galleries like the Anderson Collection at Stanford University. Indulge your taste buds with the diverse culinary scene, from farm-to-table restaurants to trendy cafes. With easy access to the stunning landscapes of nearby parks like Foothills Park and the excitement of cheering on the Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium, Palo Alto is the perfect place to grow both personally and professionally. Join us in this dynamic community and unlock your potential!

Search Jobs

News

Market Research & Consumer Insights

Top 5 Hiring Trends for 2025

What candidates (and companies) need to understand heading into the year ahead. Here are the Top 5 Hiring Trends for 2025 for the Market Research

Read More
Happy Thanksgiving
News

Happy Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving from the Executive Recruiters at Smith Hanley Associates Pharmaceutical Commercial Analytics Eda Zullo  ezullo@smithhanley.com Biostatistics and Clinical Data Management Nihar Parikh  nparikh@smithhanley.com Pharmaceutical

Read More
problem with reactive recruiting
Market Research & Consumer Insights

The Problem with Reactive Recruiting

In today s fast-moving talent market, many organizations still rely on a reactive recruiting. Their standard approach is waiting until a position becomes vacant or critical

Read More