Director, Brand Lead

Deciphera Pharmaceuticals • Waltham, MA

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About The Position

Deciphera Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Director, Brand Lead to translate brand strategy into commercial impact. Reporting to the Head of Sarcoma Marketing, this role leads ongoing brand planning, guides integrated marketing for healthcare professionals and patients, and develops talent within the Sarcoma Franchise. This full-time, permanent opportunity combines strategic ownership with hands-on execution and cross-functional leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
• 12+ years of experience.
• Rare disease and/or oncology experience and launch experience, with demonstrated commercial success and progressively greater responsibility.
• Extensive knowledge of the U.S. medical, regulatory, and legal review process.
• Excellent people-management skills and experience.

Nice To Haves

• MBA strongly preferred.
• Cross-functional commercial experience, such as sales or market access.

Responsibilities

• Own brand strategy and competitive readiness by aligning cross-functional partners around comprehensive pre-launch, launch, and promotional plans.
• Deliver integrated campaigns across audiences and platforms, mobilizing commercial teams around clear priorities and customer outreach.
• Oversee product marketing and coach one direct report to support commercial success and future franchise growth.
• Represent Commercial alongside the product program team and Medical Affairs, contributing to studies, publications, and key opinion leader engagement.

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus.
• Long-term incentive plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Generous parental leave and family planning benefits.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director