CVS Health

Lead Director, Portfolio Strategy & Commercial Enablement

CVS Health$144K — $288K *
US-Anywhere
+ 9 other locationsRemote
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in portfolio strategy, commercialization, analytics, or related roles
  • Ability to lead complex initiatives in matrixed organizations
  • Strong analytics acumen for strategic decision-making
  • Proven influencer skills with senior stakeholders
  • Excellent presentation and communication capabilities
  • Growth mindset with adaptability and focus on development

Responsibilities

  • Define and operationalize portfolio strategy and multi-year roadmap for pharma data and analytics
  • Establish governance frameworks for coordinated development and strategic alignment
  • Lead cross-department syncs as the analytics portfolio ambassador
  • Translate strategy into a detailed execution roadmap with progress tracking
  • Advise executives on tradeoffs, sequencing, and investments
  • Oversee commercialization strategy and ensure alignment with enterprise goals
  • Develop a cohesive portfolio narrative and collateral for go-to-market efforts

Benefits

  • Affordable medical plan options
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Wellness programs including screenings and counseling
  • Flexible work schedules and paid time off
  • Tuition assistance and family leave options
Full Job Description
Position Summary
We are seeking a Lead Director, Portfolio Strategy & Commercial Enablement to provide strategic leadership and operational direction for the portfolio strategy, roadmap, and commercialization of CVS Health's next generation pharma data and analytics products, services, and platform capabilities. In this role, you will define, operationalize, and direct portfolio strategy and execution by establishing a unified and integrated roadmap, governance model, and commercial enablement approach that aligns enterprise priorities, emerging technologies, and founding pharma partner requirements. You will operate above and across individual delivery teams to ensure coordinated execution and prioritization across a highly matrixed organization. This position requires strong strategic judgment, execution rigor, and the ability to influence and align senior stakeholders. You will work across business units and functional partners to translate strategy into action, drive cross-Trade enterprise stewardship, enable commercialization efforts, manage portfolio level tradeoffs, and enable measurable business and revenue outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
• Define and operationalize a unified and integrated portfolio strategy and multi year roadmap for CVS Health's pharma data and analytics products, services, and platform capabilities.
• Establish and manage portfolio governance frameworks that ensure coordinated development, prioritization, and strategic alignment across multiple organizational verticals.
• Serve as the enterprise ambassador for the analytics portfolio, leading regular cross Trade and enterprise syncs with partner business units (e.g., Specialty, Retail, Aetna, Legal, Marketing) to drive alignment and execution.
• Translate portfolio strategy into a holistic portfolio execution roadmap, including milestones, dependencies, progress review cadence, and executive level status reporting.
• Advise executive leadership on portfolio tradeoffs, sequencing decisions, and investment priorities, incorporating market trends, customer needs, and emerging technologies (e.g., Agents, NLP).
• Own portfolio level commercialization strategy and revenue enablement, ensuring cohesive positioning and alignment with broader enterprise offerings and revenue objectives.
• Develop and maintain a differentiated and cohesive portfolio narrative and modular collateral library to support go to market efforts, pilot launches, partner engagements, and external communication.
• Partner with internal teams and external stakeholders to identify, evaluate, and advance strategic pharma and emerging technology partnerships that expand market reach and long term value.
• Monitor portfolio performance, market signals, and commercialization effectiveness, using insights to refine strategy, optimize execution, and drive continuous improvement.
• Advocate for the data and analytics portfolio internally and externally through executive forums, partner discussions, industry events, and thought leadership engagements.

Required Qualifications
• 10+ years of experience in portfolio strategy, commercialization, analytics, product strategy, consulting, or related enterprise roles
• Demonstrated ability to plan, direct, and deliver complex initiatives across highly matrixed organizations
• Strong business and analytics acumen, with comfort applying data insights solutions, products, and services to strategic decision making
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and align diverse teams without direct authority
• Excellent presentation skills with ability to communicate complex concepts through visuals and executive level messaging
• Demonstrated growth mindset, including adaptability and the ability to develop self and others
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem solving, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience working in enterprise strategy, data product commercialization, and analytics platforms
• Background in pharmaceutical and large scale enterprise environments
• Experience supporting revenue enablement, go to market strategy, or portfolio level market positioning

Education
• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Strategy, Analytics, Marketing)
• Advanced degree (MBA, MS, MFA) preferred

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$144,200.00 - $288,400.00

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company's equity award program.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 07/12/2026

About CVS Health

Omnicare provides comprehensive pharmaceutical services to patients and providers across the United States. As the market-leader in professional pharmacy, related consulting and data management services for skilled nursing, assisted living and other chronic care settings, Omnicare leverages its unparalleled clinical insight into the geriatric market along with some of the industry's most innovative technological capabilities to the benefit of its long-term care customers. Omnicare also provides key commercialization services for the bio-pharmaceutical industry through its Specialty Care Group.

CVS Health Careers

Joining CVS Health presents a unique opportunity to advance your career in a company where innovation, leadership, and growth go hand in hand. As a leader in the healthcare industry, CVS Health is more than just a pharmacy. We are a team of professionals dedicated to improving lives and optimizing health outcomes.

Work You’ll Do

At CVS Health, you will be part of a culture that values diversity and inclusivity, fostering an environment where every team member’s contribution is valued. Engage in meaningful work that directly impacts lives, driving innovation in healthcare services and solutions.

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Whether you’re looking for a position in pharmacy services, corporate leadership, or in-store management, CVS Health offers a variety of employment opportunities that will help you harness your skills and thrive professionally. Our job opportunities span across a wide range of professional fields and geographic locations, ensuring that your career at CVS Health aligns with your professional goals and lifestyle.

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CVS Health is committed to the professional growth of our employees. With access to cutting-edge technology, industry-leading experts, and comprehensive diversity training, our team members are equipped to lead and innovate. We support career advancement through professional development programs, leadership training, and opportunities for networking and internal mobility.

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Our employees enjoy a range of benefits that reflect our commitment to their well-being and success. From health and wellness benefits to professional development programs, CVS Health is dedicated to ensuring our team members have the resources they need. Our inclusive culture encourages collaboration and continuous learning, making CVS Health a place where you can grow and succeed.

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Size
300,000 employees
Market Cap
$122 billion
Industry
Net Income
$7.1 billion
Founded
1963
5 Year Trend
+10.5%
Revenue
$268.7 billion
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