Director, Demand Management - US Commercial

The Role

We are seeking a Director of Demand Management for our US Commercial Team to provide comprehensive forecasting and demand management of our expanding US commercial business. The Director will play a vital role in interfacing with internal & external stakeholders, delivering insightful analysis and reporting, and spearheading the long-range planning process to ensure alignment with Moderna’s strategic objectives. The Director Demand Management will have a key role in the success of Moderna’s US Commercial Team, charged with driving innovative solutions and operational excellence to ensure aggressive growth objectives are met.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for all product lines, considering market trends and insights, historical data, and sales inputs.

• Lead cross-functional teams, including Supply Chain, Account Management, Marketing, Finance, Operations and Digital, to ensure a cohesive approach to demand planning and inventory management in a fast-paced environment. 

• Establish business systems to provide end-to-end visibility of forecasting, demand, supply and channel inventories.  Coordinate activities with both internal and external stakeholders including Wholesalers/Distributors, Key Customers and US Government entities.

• Lead the long-range demand planning process for the US including our expanding portfolio of respiratory vaccines as well as future pipeline products, integrating business intelligence and market analysis to support strategic decision-making.  Ensure alignment of forecasts and key stakeholders.

• Provide regular analysis and reporting on demand trends, forecast accuracy, and market dynamics to senior leadership and key stakeholders.

• Implement best practices in demand planning and management, utilizing advanced forecasting models and tools with a special focus on AI.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance demand planning processes and systems.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all demand-related inquiries and issues for the US Commercial Team.

• Engage in scenario planning to anticipate and mitigate potential risks to supply and demand alignment.

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies in the execution of demand management activities.

Here’s What You’ll Need (Minimum Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in vaccines or pharmaceuticals showcasing increasing responsibility and experience in demand/supply chain management

• Demonstrated history of leading complex cross-functional projects (systems integration, etc)

• Demonstrated history of successfully collaborating with Account Management and Supply Chain teams

• Appropriate Industry Professional Certifications

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• Advanced degree (MBA, PhD, JD, or equivalent).

• Experience driving business process transformation and change

• Proven experience delivering on initiatives and process improvements with complex business deliverables driving to success

• Exceptional project management skills, with a history of driving efficiency, innovation, and differentiation at a strategic level.

• A passion for making a significant impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that values boldness, relentlessness, curiosity, and collaboration.

• This role is expected to be in office 70% of the time with flexibility to work from home up to 30%.

Moderna is pleased to provide you and your family with a comprehensive and innovative suite of benefits, including:

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• Lifestyle Spending Account funds to help you engage in personal enrichment and self-care activities
• Family care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoring
• Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes 
• Exclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipment
• Adoption and family-planning benefits
• Dedicated care coordination support for our LGBTQ+ community
• Generous paid time off, including:
  •    Vacation, sick time and holidays
  •    Volunteer time to participate within your community
  •    Discretionary year-end shutdown
  •    Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter
• Generous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
• 401k match and Financial Planning tools
• Moderna-paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options
• Complimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requests
• Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
• Location-specific perks and extras!

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world. 

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute and make a meaningful impact.

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!

Moderna is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com.  (EEO/AAP Employer) 

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