Global Commercial Head, Bispecifics

AstraZeneca • Gaithersburg, MD

7h • Hybrid

About The Position

At AstraZeneca we turn ideas into life changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. We are focused on leading a revolution in oncology to redefine cancer care and address the unmet needs of the patients around the world. We are following the science to understand cancer and all its complexities so that we can discover, develop and deliver life-changing treatments and increase the potential for cure. The Oncology business is the fastest growing team within AstraZeneca and across the industry. Through our relentless quest for innovation, we have created one of the most diverse portfolios and pipelines in the industry. We deliver on the promise of our pipeline through launch excellence, commercial effectiveness and maximizing the lifecycle. At AstraZeneca, our franchise teams are pivotal in driving launch and commercial effectiveness, setting direction to shape the cancer care landscape and empower care teams. The Bispecifics franchise is focused on the next wave of immuno-oncology (IO) bispecific therapies that are designed to empower the immune system to more effectively recognize and kill cancer cells. We seek a highly skilled Global Commercial Head to join our leadership team and guide the commercialization strategy for a novel IO Bispecific asset. This strategic role is integral to our Global Commercial Franchise Team in the Oncology Business Unit, advancing our mission to transform cancer care worldwide.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (business or life sciences).
• Over 10 years of experience in pharmaceutical development and commercialization, with proven expertise in strategic marketing and launch excellence.
• Strong ability to collaborate across scientific and commercial teams, demonstrating strategic and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated success in pre-launch and launch excellence, with robust insight generation and competitive landscape analysis capabilities.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or advanced degree in a related field.
• Previous sales or customer-facing experience.
• Management experience with diverse teams.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguity and lead innovative projects with strategic foresight.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive a comprehensive global commercialization strategy for a Bispecifics brand, enhancing portfolio value across multiple tumor areas and indications.
• Collaborate with Global Product Team (GPT), R&D Franchise leadership, and global cross functional teams including Insights and Analytics, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Diagnostics, and other vital functions, ensuring alignment and effective execution of short and long term strategic initiatives.
• Lead the Integrated Brand Teams, partnering with Regional and Country teams, to craft and implement a unified global brand strategy, develop commercialization plans and deliver launch excellence.
• Shape and set in motion cutting-edge commercialization strategies and programs, ensuring effective launch readiness.
• Engage and partner with Regional/Country teams to facilitate knowledge sharing and strategy optimization across various markets.
• Provide strategic commercial input and influence LCM plans and revenue forecasts, guided by robust customer insights and commercial judgment.
• Nurture a high-performing matrixed team, fostering innovation, collaboration, and strategic thinking.
• Represent the Bispecific business perspectives in cross-functional forums and senior executive meetings, advocating commercialization priorities.
• Champion the co-development of patient-centric solutions, external partnerships, and sustainable pricing and access strategies.

Benefits

• qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]
• paid vacation and holidays
• paid leaves
• health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees