Director for U.S. Launch Excellence Team in Novartis shaping biopharmaceutical launch strategies. Requires deep brand strategy experience with cross-functional leadership and innovation in a healthcare environment.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary strategic thought and sparring partner to several U.S. cross‑functional launch teams
Shape end‑to‑end launch strategy across the full planning horizon
Challenge and elevate brand teams’ thinking on waves of growth and strategic choices
Ensure launch strategies reflect the available evidence, patient impact, and long-term value creation
Ensure launch plans integrate functional deliverables into a singular, cohesive plan
Drive data-informed strategic decision-making and inform annual and multi-year financial planning
Lead high‑impact, multifunctional initiatives to evolve Novartis’ launch excellence method
Capture and scale best practices in strategic launch planning
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or equivalent advanced degree strongly preferred
10+ years of experience in U.S. biopharmaceutical brand strategy, marketing, commercial strategy
Candidates must have personally led the development of U.S. brand strategy
Demonstrated experience leading launch strategy for complex or high-profile biopharma products
Deep understanding of the roles and strategic contributions of each function across the launch planning horizon
Experience in rare diseases, specialty, or novel technology/platform launches
Experience in one or more of these therapeutic areas: Cardiovascular-Renal-Metabolic, Immunology, Neuroscience, Oncology
Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders, challenge the status quo, and drive strategic clarity in ambiguous environments
Strong analytical, financial, and storytelling skills
Experience with AI solutions to advance strategic quality and speed of impact
Benefits
A comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits
401(k) with company contribution and match
Generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves
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