Chapter Lead, Brand Insights - US
Astellas Pharma, Northbrook, IL, United States
About Astellas
Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need.
Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients? We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.
Purpose & Scope The Brand Insights - US Chapter Lead plays a pivotal role in delivering high-quality insights to support decision-making at Astellas. Reporting to the Insights Practice Lead within the Customer Engagement Excellence (CEE) team, this position is responsible for building and leading a team of technical experts, ensuring capability development, and fostering a collaborative, positive team environment.
Operating within an Agile model, the Chapter Lead acts as a “player‑coach”—both managing resources and contributing directly to Value Teams and Pods across the organization. Pods and Value Teams will be established and evolve in line with business during defined planning cycles. These teams may focus on brands, pipeline assets, or strategic initiatives, and the Chapter Lead ensures their needs are met through effective resourcing, action planning, and cross‑functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
Develop team capabilities through coaching, mentoring, and onboarding new talent
Manage resource allocation and support professional growth within the Chapter
Represent the Insights Practice as a subject matter expert and contribute to Pods and Value Teams as needed
Drive continuous improvement, best practice sharing, and innovation in methodologies and ways of working
Oversee vendor projects and ensure alignment with organisational objectives
Role and Responsibilities Leadership and Strategy:
Collaborate with the Insights Practice Lead and US leadership to define the strategic direction of the Chapter, in alignment with the broader VALUE Delivery strategy
Develop and implement best practices in Brand and Pipeline Insights based on market and value team feedback
Expertise Development
Seek opportunities to develop team members and elevate their Brand and Pipeline Insights skillsets while continuing to refine their own personal expertise
Gather feedback and various inputs to assess skillset maturity of team members
Participate/lead training programs, workshops, and mentorship opportunities to enhance team capabilities and knowledge
Delivery
Lead/contribute to cross‑functional Pod and Value Team delivery
Agile Leadership
Facilitate the interface and communication with teams across brands, acting as a steward of agile methodology to facilitate ways of working
Ensure that the team understands and utilizes agile ways of working, providing skills development as needed
Foster a culture of collaboration, flexibility, and responsiveness to change, enabling the team to thrive in an agile environment
Resource Allocation
Collaborate with the Insights Practice Lead to align resource capacity with demand from the business and Pods/Value Teams
Collaborate with Insights Practice Lead to manage capacity and workload, making adjustments as necessary to meet demand and timelines
Stakeholder Management
Engage with key internal stakeholders to drive strategy and outcomes, as well as key external stakeholders based on Chapter‑specific objectives
Collaborate with other Chapter Leads to support internal and external customer needs
Performance and Team Management
Work with Insights Practice Lead team to facilitate performance management process, identify high‑potential resources, and support short‑and long‑term succession planning
Address and communicate team performance challenges to Insights Practice Lead
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in science, engineering, mathematics, decision science, or analytics
Minimum of 10 years of experience in forecasting, market research, competitive intelligence, and/or decision sciences role at a pharmaceutical company, or a consultancy focused on the biopharmaceutical industry
Demonstrated experience building, managing, training teams around a specific area of SME expertise such as marketing research, forecasting, analytics, or decision sciences
Understanding of the role of Insights function within broader enterprise strategy
Demonstrated ability to develop talent and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement
Previous experience working with cross‑functional teams across multiple brands/TAs
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at the executive level
Exceptional people leadership, mentorship, and coaching skills
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Statistics or Economics
Pharmaceutical Industry Experience in global mid‑cap/large‑cap company
Location and Working Environment This position is based in Northbrook, Illinois. Remote work from anywhere in the US is available. At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.
What awaits you at Astellas?
Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like‑minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide. Real‑world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.
Our Organizational Values and Behaviors Values: Innovation, Integrity, and Impact sit at the heart of what we do.
Behaviors: We come together as One Astellas, working with courage and a sense of urgency. We are outcome focused and consistently take accountability for our personal contribution.
Salary Range $189,259 - $270,370 (Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and organizational equity considerations)
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off options, including Vacation and Sick time, plus national holidays including year‑end shut down
401(k) match and annual company contribution
Company paid life insurance
Annual Corporate Bonus and Quarterly Sales Incentive for eligible positions
Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions
Company fleet vehicle for eligible positions
Referral bonus program
Equal Employment Opportunity Astellas is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans.
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Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients? We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.
Purpose & Scope The Brand Insights - US Chapter Lead plays a pivotal role in delivering high-quality insights to support decision-making at Astellas. Reporting to the Insights Practice Lead within the Customer Engagement Excellence (CEE) team, this position is responsible for building and leading a team of technical experts, ensuring capability development, and fostering a collaborative, positive team environment.
Operating within an Agile model, the Chapter Lead acts as a “player‑coach”—both managing resources and contributing directly to Value Teams and Pods across the organization. Pods and Value Teams will be established and evolve in line with business during defined planning cycles. These teams may focus on brands, pipeline assets, or strategic initiatives, and the Chapter Lead ensures their needs are met through effective resourcing, action planning, and cross‑functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
Develop team capabilities through coaching, mentoring, and onboarding new talent
Manage resource allocation and support professional growth within the Chapter
Represent the Insights Practice as a subject matter expert and contribute to Pods and Value Teams as needed
Drive continuous improvement, best practice sharing, and innovation in methodologies and ways of working
Oversee vendor projects and ensure alignment with organisational objectives
Role and Responsibilities Leadership and Strategy:
Collaborate with the Insights Practice Lead and US leadership to define the strategic direction of the Chapter, in alignment with the broader VALUE Delivery strategy
Develop and implement best practices in Brand and Pipeline Insights based on market and value team feedback
Expertise Development
Seek opportunities to develop team members and elevate their Brand and Pipeline Insights skillsets while continuing to refine their own personal expertise
Gather feedback and various inputs to assess skillset maturity of team members
Participate/lead training programs, workshops, and mentorship opportunities to enhance team capabilities and knowledge
Delivery
Lead/contribute to cross‑functional Pod and Value Team delivery
Agile Leadership
Facilitate the interface and communication with teams across brands, acting as a steward of agile methodology to facilitate ways of working
Ensure that the team understands and utilizes agile ways of working, providing skills development as needed
Foster a culture of collaboration, flexibility, and responsiveness to change, enabling the team to thrive in an agile environment
Resource Allocation
Collaborate with the Insights Practice Lead to align resource capacity with demand from the business and Pods/Value Teams
Collaborate with Insights Practice Lead to manage capacity and workload, making adjustments as necessary to meet demand and timelines
Stakeholder Management
Engage with key internal stakeholders to drive strategy and outcomes, as well as key external stakeholders based on Chapter‑specific objectives
Collaborate with other Chapter Leads to support internal and external customer needs
Performance and Team Management
Work with Insights Practice Lead team to facilitate performance management process, identify high‑potential resources, and support short‑and long‑term succession planning
Address and communicate team performance challenges to Insights Practice Lead
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in science, engineering, mathematics, decision science, or analytics
Minimum of 10 years of experience in forecasting, market research, competitive intelligence, and/or decision sciences role at a pharmaceutical company, or a consultancy focused on the biopharmaceutical industry
Demonstrated experience building, managing, training teams around a specific area of SME expertise such as marketing research, forecasting, analytics, or decision sciences
Understanding of the role of Insights function within broader enterprise strategy
Demonstrated ability to develop talent and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement
Previous experience working with cross‑functional teams across multiple brands/TAs
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at the executive level
Exceptional people leadership, mentorship, and coaching skills
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Statistics or Economics
Pharmaceutical Industry Experience in global mid‑cap/large‑cap company
Location and Working Environment This position is based in Northbrook, Illinois. Remote work from anywhere in the US is available. At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.
What awaits you at Astellas?
Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like‑minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide. Real‑world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.
Our Organizational Values and Behaviors Values: Innovation, Integrity, and Impact sit at the heart of what we do.
Behaviors: We come together as One Astellas, working with courage and a sense of urgency. We are outcome focused and consistently take accountability for our personal contribution.
Salary Range $189,259 - $270,370 (Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and organizational equity considerations)
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off options, including Vacation and Sick time, plus national holidays including year‑end shut down
401(k) match and annual company contribution
Company paid life insurance
Annual Corporate Bonus and Quarterly Sales Incentive for eligible positions
Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions
Company fleet vehicle for eligible positions
Referral bonus program
Equal Employment Opportunity Astellas is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans.
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