Manager, HCP and Conferences

Astellas Pharma • Northbrook, IL

88d • $122,500 - $175,000

About The Position

The Manager, HCP/Conferences will support the planning and execution of professional conferences and HCP-focused initiatives that amplify XOSPATA’s leadership in AML. This role will partner closely with the broader marketing team to drive visibility, education, and engagement with the HCP audience. The Manager, HCP/Conferences for XOSPATA (gilteritinib) will play a key role in building brand visibility and HCP engagement through execution of congress strategy and support of HCP-focused initiatives. This individual will be responsible for leading XOSPATA’s presence at key scientific and professional meetings, ensuring scientific alignment, brand consistency, and strategic integration across touchpoints. Success will be measured by brand impact at congresses, cross-functional coordination, and effective execution of HCP events/initiatives. The role requires close collaboration with Sales, Legal, Regulatory Affairs, Medical Affairs, Ethics & Compliance, brand strategy and KEE lead, and multiple external partners to ensure alignment with brand objectives. Specific responsibilities will evolve based on brand priorities and evolving stakeholder needs and may include other responsibilities outside of conferences given the brand’s specific needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 10+ years of relevant pharmaceutical experience (marketing, sales, sales training, market research, etc.)
• Deep oncology or hematology experience; AML experience preferred
• Strong project management, analytical, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and influence cross-functional teams
• Experience developing and executing promotional strategies
• Ability to travel up to 50%

Nice To Haves

• MBA or other relevant graduate degree
• Experience in HCP or non-personal promotion, speaker programs, or professional engagement
• Strong experience in several of the disease state or product categories targeted by Astellas

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage brand presence at key medical conferences (booths, symposia, engagements).
• Coordinate logistics, branding, and promotional activities/sponsorships with multiple vendors and agency partners.
• Ensure consistent scientific messaging and strategic alignment across all conference activities.
• Develop tactical plans for HCP engagement surrounding national and regional meetings.
• Partner with HCP marketing lead to align on budget, content and speaker strategy.
• Track conference metrics and summarize impact to brand leadership post-event.
• Manage and monitor conference-related budgets and ensure compliant execution.
• Manage inventory of all digital and print assets via the various platforms.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off options, including Vacation and Sick time, plus national holidays including year-end shut down
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Company paid life insurance
• Annual Corporate Bonus and Quarterly Sales Incentive for eligible positions
• Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions
• Referral bonus program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees