Global Commercial Head, IO GU & Women’s Cancers

AstraZeneca • Gaithersburg, MD

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

At AstraZeneca, we are dedicated to transforming ideas into life-changing medicines and leading a revolution in oncology to redefine cancer care and address unmet patient needs globally. We are driven by science to understand cancer's complexities and discover, develop, and deliver treatments that increase the potential for cure. The Oncology business is the fastest-growing sector at AstraZeneca and within the industry. Our relentless pursuit of innovation has resulted in one of the most diverse portfolios and pipelines in the industry. We fulfill the promise of our pipeline through launch excellence, commercial effectiveness, and lifecycle maximization. We have an exciting opportunity for a Global Commercial Head, IO GU & Women’s Cancers to join our Global Oncology Franchise Team, contributing to AstraZeneca’s mission to transform cancer care and improve patient outcomes. In this critical role, you will be instrumental in shaping and executing the global commercial strategy for GU and women’s cancer indications. Your responsibilities will include developing and driving commercialization plans across the entire product lifecycle, collaborating closely with Global Product Teams (GPTs), R&D, Medical, Market Access, Diagnostics, regional and country teams, and other Oncology Business Unit functions. By leading the Integrated Business Team (IBT) across regions and playing a key role within Global Product Teams, you will ensure alignment and excellence in the execution of global commercial priorities, facilitating successful launches and sustained in-market performance. As a key member of the Global Franchise Team, you will provide commercial leadership for current and future portfolio assets within GU and women’s cancers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (business or life sciences)
• Significant experience in pharmaceutical development and commercialization, including oncology
• Proven track record of leading global commercial strategy and delivering business results
• Experience in global launch planning, lifecycle management and market access strategy
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with R&D and cross-functional teams
• Strong capability to lead in complex, matrixed environments and influence without authority
• Strategic mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity and drive decision-making
• Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proven experience leading and developing teams

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (MBA, PhD, MD or equivalent)
• Experience across both global and in-market roles
• Customer-facing or commercial field experience
• Leadership experience in oncology or specialty care
• Deep understanding of global healthcare systems, access and policy landscapes

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the global commercial strategy and performance across GU and women’s cancer indications
• Develop, shape and deliver end-to-end lifecycle strategies, from early development through launch and beyond
• Partner with markets to ensure successful global launches and sustained in-market performance
• Build and enhance global and local commercial capabilities to enable best-in-class execution
• Lead market shaping strategies, including external engagement, partnerships and patient-focused initiatives
• Represent commercial perspectives in Global Product Teams, senior leadership forums and governance committees
• Lead and evolve the Integrated Business Team (IBT) to ensure cross-functional alignment and delivery
• Collaborate across functions to deliver sustainable pricing, access and value strategies
• Drive innovation, simplification and new ways of working to maximize impact and speed of execution
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing global commercial team

Benefits

• Qualified retirement programs
• Paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves)
• Health coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles.

What This Job Offers

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