Director, Advanced Analytics

Overview

Being on medication is tough enough. We want to make getting it the easy part. Getting prescriptions to patients has become increasingly complex. When things get messy along the prescription journey, pharmaceutical manufacturers rely on us to untangle the process and create a clear path-allowing patients to build trusting relationships with their medication brands.

We’re not only committed to taking the pain out of the prescription process, but we’re also devoted to bringing the brightest minds together under one roof. We bring together diverse voices-engineers, pharmacists, customer service veterans, developers, program strategists and more-all with one vision. Each perspective and experience makes ConnectiveRx better than the sum of its parts.

The Director, Advanced Analytics leads the development and execution of the organization’s data-driven strategy, ensuring that advanced analytics and business consulting initiatives deliver measurable value to both internal stakeholders and external clients. They act as a trusted advisor, collaborating with cross-functional teams to address key business challenges using Marketing Analytics domain expertise. With strong leadership skills, analytical aptitude and business expertise (preferably in healthcare and Life Sciences), they drive project execution, oversee client engagements, and ensure that data-driven recommendations support long-term business growth and operational efficiency for our Pharmaceutical and Life Science clients.

This role combines strategic leadership with technical oversight, guiding cross-functional teams to provide actionable insights, develop meaningful value narratives around impact and ROI of client marketing programs, and implement solutions that address complex business challenges. With extensive experience in Marketing Analytics in the healthcare industry (Life Sciences preferred), the Director fosters a culture of innovation, oversees client relationships, and identifies opportunities for continuous growth and improvement. Through effective project management and mentorship and hands-on support, they ensure the success of large-scale analytics initiatives that drive operational efficiency and strategic decision-making.

You are passionate about analytics, comfortable with ambiguity, and excited to roll-up your sleeves to help us expand our product & service offerings. You are naturally curious to understand the “why” behind the “what” and you take a consultative approach to clearly articulate meaningful insights to clients and internal business leaders. You have a proven track record of partnering across organizations and developing strategic solutions. In this role, you will build and lead a team of data professionals and work collaboratively across the organization to test new ideas and capture meaningful business insights.

Responsibilities

Lead development of data innovation strategy and spearhead companywide data initiatives, setting and delivering on the strategic vision for Enterprise Analytics team. Work in combination with our internal teams, and third-party analysis vendors, to lead the evolution of how we measure, report, and share meaningful insights. Assess analytical needs, including strategic fit, market attractiveness, financial value, and risk profile. Provide hands-on solutions in early project stages, driving initiatives forward. This includes leading the design, development, and maintenance of data models, dashboards, and automation projects. Propose and implement technology solutions to improve data collection and utilization for competitive advantage. Lead development of data innovation strategy and spearhead companywide data initiatives to drive value narratives around the impact of Life Science Marketing, setting and delivering on the strategic vision for Messaging Analytics team. Work in combination with our internal teams, and third-party analysis vendors, to lead the evolution of how we measure, report, and share meaningful insights. Provide hands-on solutions, driving initiatives forward. This includes leading the design, development, and maintenance of client-facing test/control measurement and reporting, data models, dashboards, and automation projects. Propose and implement technology solutions to improve data collection and utilization for competitive advantage.

Develop and implement client reporting and measurement solutions and deliverables including: Lead the Messaging Analytics strategy and enterprise-wide data innovation initiatives, driving measurable value from Life Science Marketing programs. Partner with internal teams and external vendors to enhance analytics, reporting, and insight delivery. Oversee the development of client-facing measurement solutions, data models, dashboards, and automation initiatives, while evaluating business opportunities and implementing technology solutions that improve data utilization, reporting efficiency, and competitive advantage.

Rx Impact reporting - identifying scalable solutions for complex test/control impact analysis methodologies rooted in statistical models applied to Claims data

Claims-based analyses - focus on identifying optimal audiences and assessing impact

NPI-based reporting (PLD) - focus on automating, optimizing and scaling reporting infrastructure

Self-Service approaches - developing solutions to support technical and non-technical stakeholders to access data that supports business needs

Engage with customers and internal stakeholders to execute and deliver ad hoc analyses, provide unique program insights, and act as the Messaging Analytics subject matter expert.

Management responsibilities. Provide leadership, guidance, and training to ensure team performance and coach analytics colleagues. Foster productive cross-functional relationships, resolve conflicts, and set priorities. Perform leadership duties, including interviewing candidates, conducting performance reviews, addressing performance issues, and applying appropriate disciplinary action. Manage staffing and workload distribution as the team grows.

Engage across various areas, including Marketing Analytics, Business Development and Product Development, to identify areas where analytics can drive business value, frame business problems into analytic questions, and influence strategic decision making by presenting sophisticated data analytics in a simple, clear, and meaningful way

Qualifications

Education Bachelor’s Degree or higher in: Data Analytics, Data Science, Economics, Finance, Statistics, or related applied quantitative field. Advanced degree desired.

Experience

• 10+ years of progressive experience in providing leadership and managing an analytics team with at least 7+ years in marketing analytics in health care (Life Science) industry or analytics
• Consulting and professional services management experience (agency experience a plus)
• Life Science experience preferred

Knowledge

Strong understanding of the mechanics of data structures, business intelligence, advanced data science and statistical modeling methodologies.

Experience with SQL, business intelligence tools and statistical programming (e.g., Python) and strong understanding of hiring & skill assessment in these disciplines is required.

Skills Proficiency with BI and statistical programming tools (e.g., SQL, Python, Power BI, Tableau, Looker, etc.)

CompetenciesCommunication

• Ability to listen actively and communicate key issues respectfully.
• Understand the need to share only relevant information.
• Ability to adapt to different audiences, ensuring the message is clearly articulated.

Influencing Skills

• Can maneuver through complex policy, process, and people-related organizational dynamics. Drives the vision and purpose of the organization.
• Has a clear understanding of other groups' business priorities
• Uses knowledge of organizational culture to achieve objectives
• Communicates the company vision with a sense of purpose; instills and sustains organization buy-in.

Drives Results and Manages Execution

• Takes initiatives and has a strong bottom-line orientation. Is persistent in accomplishing aims despite setbacks.
• Sets aggressive goals and has high performance standards.
• Pursues things with energy, drive, and the need to carry them out.
• Always keeps the end in sight; puts effort to meet deadlines.

Customer Centricity

• Develops strong internal and external customer connections and provides customer-focused solutions.
• Finds opportunities that benefit internal or external customers.
• Provides solutions that meets the need of the customer.
• Builds and maintains excellent customer connections.

Compliance Requirements Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and training consistent with ConnectiveRx’s Information Security and Compliance programs, including SOC1, SOC2, PCI, and HIPAA. Maintain strict compliance with company and client business rules, ethics standards, and applicable local, state, and federal laws.

Compensation & Benefits: This position offers opportunities for a bonus (or commissions), with total compensation varying based on factors such as location, relevant skills, experience, and capabilities.

Employees at ConnectiveRx can access comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. The company regularly reviews and updates its health, welfare, and fringe benefit policies to ensure competitive offerings. Employees may also participate in the company’s 401(k) plan, with employer contributions where applicable.

Time-Off & Holidays: ConnectiveRx provides a flexible paid time off (PTO) policy for exempt employees, covering sick days, personal days, and vacations. PTO is determined based on an employee’s first year of service. Employees also receive eight standard company holidays and three floating holidays annually, with prorations applied in the first year.

The company remains committed to providing competitive benefits and reserves the right to modify employee offerings, including PTO, STO, and holiday policies, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

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