The Global Commercial Head, Breast Cancer, will be part of the Global Commercial Franchise Team. AstraZeneca has an industry leading portfolio of in-market and pipeline products focused on transforming care and improving patient outcomes, and as part of the Global Franchise Team, you will be integral to our collective efforts towards transforming care for cancer patients globally.

This role, reporting into the Global Franchise Head, Breast Cancer, helps with the creation and leads the implementation of the global strategic brand plans. This role works with key global country and regional leads based in the US, Europe, Asia as well as wide range of headquarter functions including Marketing, Global Analytics & Insights (GA&I), Digital, Diagnostics, Pricing and Market Access, Global Medical Affairs (GMA), Regulatory affairs, and others.

This position is based in Gaithersburg.

Accountabilities

Shaping product strategy and promotional campaign for the product including pre-launch and launch strategy plans and operational plansSupport with objectively analysing and commercially evaluating the emerging profile, competitive positioning, unmet need, pricing and market access, etc.Generate deep customer and market insights to inform the design of clinical development program, brand strategy and regulatory plans that effectively address unmet customer needs and delivers optimum value back to the businessBuild distinct market-shaping programs highlighting the large unmet need in the relevant disease areasCreate clear, winning brand strategies that incorporate feedback from key marketsProduce detailed strategic and operational commercial plans that address positioning, segmentation, pricing, value proposition, target market selection, etc. Track and manage associated budget to target.Develop future-proofed revenue forecasts and business cases that are informed by robust customer insights with an overlay of commercial judgement.Manage marketing relationships with agencies, vendor partners, consultants, and other third-party groups.Collaborate with relevant Commercial leadership (and other team members) to deliver the global ambition.Collaborate closely with and provide direction to cross-functional partners (e.g. Insights, Access, Medical, Sales, Training, Corporate Affairs) for the development and implementation of both strategic and operational plansAccountable for engaging with Regional/Country teams to ensure alignment and share learnings across marketsDevelop and deliver key brand presentations to leadershipManage agency relationships, workflow, and commercial budget

Essential Skills/Experience

10+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical development and commercialisationExtensive breast cancer commercial experienceProven strong pre-launch and launch excellence knowledge and skill in Marketing in a market such as EUCANDemonstrated success working in marketing teams to deliver effective commercial brand strategies, and compelling business cases.Strong working knowledge of forecasting, market research, useful insight generation, and competitive landscape analysis and interpretationStrong knowledge in global promotional campaigns and new product launchesSound internal and external collaborator/partner engagement skills with demonstrated ability to seamlessly navigate scientific and commercial organisations to drive favourable business outcomesDemonstrated ability to influence laterally and verticallyStrong analytical, organisational and communication/presentation skills (written and verbal)Ability to thrive in ambiguity, with an entrepreneurial mind-set and a track record of exploring new ways of working, driving new opportunities and catalysing others to build creative solutionScientific curiosityBachelor's Degree in relevant fieldAbility to manage complex projectsDemonstrated ability to work in matrixed environment and to work with Global teamStrong business acumen skillsAbility to lead without authority Strong sense of urgency and ability to generate exceptional results by driving performance and collaborating across boundariesHigh capability at working collaboratively, thinking strategically, and operating effectively in a rapidly evolving and competitive marketplaceHigh ethical standards and personal integrityDemonstrated use of insights to deliver effective marketing strategiesEffective cross- functional project leadership and influencing skills to inform, persuade and lead across markets and functionsAbility to simultaneously manage multiple priorities with a high degree of autonomyStrong clinical acumen and scientific mind-setEnterprise mindset and focus; strong collaboration skills and ability to work in a matrixed organization with cross-functional teams across multiple regionsEffective stakeholder and relationship management experience; able to interact and build trusted relationships with multiple levels within and outside of AZ

Desired Skills/Experience

MBA in relevant fieldSales/Customer-facing experienceManagement experience

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $229,303 - $343,955 USD Annual. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

AstraZeneca offers an environment where courage, curiosity, and collaboration thrive. Our innovative pipeline is backed by investment aimed at delivering breakthroughs through cutting-edge science and technology. With a diverse community internally and extensive collaborations externally, we expedite research in some of the hardest-to-treat cancers. Here, you can build a meaningful career while contributing to improving the lives of millions affected by cancer.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and join us on this exciting journey!

Date Posted

08-Sep-2025

Closing Date

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