Global Commercial Head IO Bispecifics Pipeline

AstraZeneca • Gaithersburg, MD

3d • $231,988 - $347,983 • Hybrid

About The Position

AstraZeneca is seeking a Global Commercial Head to guide commercialization strategy for a novel immuno-oncology (IO) bispecific asset. The position is part of the Global Commercial Franchise Team in the Oncology Business Unit and contributes to the Bispecifics franchise, which is focused on developing therapies that help the immune system recognize and kill cancer cells. The role advances global commercialization, launch excellence, and the value of the oncology portfolio across tumor areas and indications.

Based at AstraZeneca’s Gaithersburg, Maryland campus, the position works with global, regional, and country teams and cross-functional partners. The office expectation is an average minimum of three days per week, with flexibility around individual needs. The annual base pay range is $231,988–$347,983, with a short-term incentive bonus opportunity and eligibility to participate in the equity-based long-term incentive program for salaried roles. Benefits include a qualified retirement program (401(k)), paid vacation and holidays, paid leaves, and medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage, subject to applicable plan terms.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as business or life sciences.
• 10 or more years of experience in pharmaceutical development and commercialization, with expertise in strategic marketing and launch excellence.
• Ability to collaborate across scientific and commercial teams, with strategic and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated success in pre-launch and launch excellence, including insight generation and competitive landscape analysis.

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 the Global Product Team, R&D Franchise leadership, and global cross-functional teams, including Insights and Analytics, Medical Affairs, Market Access, and Diagnostics, to align and execute short- and long-term strategic initiatives.
• Lead Integrated Brand Teams and partner with Regional and Country teams to create and implement a unified global brand strategy, develop commercialization plans, and deliver launch excellence.
• Shape and implement commercialization strategies and programs to ensure launch readiness.
• Engage and partner with Regional and Country teams to facilitate knowledge sharing and strategy optimization across markets.
• Provide strategic commercial input and influence lifecycle management plans and revenue forecasts using customer insights and commercial judgment.
• Nurture a high-performing matrixed team, fostering innovation, collaboration, and strategic thinking.
• Represent 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

• Short-term incentive bonus opportunity.
• Eligibility to participate in an equity-based long-term incentive program for salaried roles.
• Qualified retirement program (401(k) plan).
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Paid leaves.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.

What This Job Offers

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