Associate Director Global Marketing – Hematology (specialty required):

My client, a small, global, publicly traded biopharmaceutical company, based in CT (2 hours from Boston and 1 ½ hours from NYC) develops drugs that inhibit certain immune system functions that cause auto immune disorders, cancers, and other diseases.  Their marketed product is for the treatment of a rare genetic blood disorder.  They are developing the same antibody as a potential treatment for other auto immune and inflammatory conditions. 

My client focuses on developing and delivering life-changing therapies for patients with serious and life-threatening conditions.  In addition, they work with patient organizations around the world to sup port patient education programs.

The company offers a collaborative culture of like-minded individuals gathered around a common goal. Smart, driven, high-performing colleagues for you to partner with!

As the company continues to grow, so do their staffing needs.  I am currently looking for an Associate Director of Global Marketing to join the Hematology team.

TITLE:                          Associate Director Global Marketing - Hematology

REPORTS TO:              Sr. Director Global Marketing

SALARY RANGE:          up to $140k - ?? base, plus bonus and equity

RELO:                          Yes (lump sum allocation)

This person will be accountable for global marketing initiatives supporting two ultra-rare indications of a novel orphan therapy.  The candidate will also serve as a commercial liaison between Global Marketing and select in-country marketing teams.  This candidate will report to the Senior Director of Global Marketing.

Key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  

• Develop strategies, tactics, and targeted messaging for new ultra-rare indications
• Lead development and implementation of critical global marketing initiatives
• Support the development and implementation of global brand plan and tactical plan
• Serve as commercial liaison between global marketing and regional marketing teams
• Ensure global alignment of marketing strategies, positioning, messaging and branding
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with regional marketing teams and other functional areas (i.e., MSLs, Clinical, Discovery, Regulatory, Legal, and Sales)
• Prepare and manage global marketing meetings with regional and country organizations
• Provide direction and guidance to global market research

Requirements:

• Passion for pharma
• Ability to work in an incredibly fast-paced, driven environment
• Fast tracker mentality...looking for folks to grow in the organization
• Dynamic personality
• Experience developing strategies and tactics, with a focus on solid implementation of tactics through a combination of individual and team efforts
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects across functional areas, and work independently when appropriate, in teams and as a sub-team lead
• Experience delivering high-quality work, focus on details and pursuit of perfection 
• Must have 4+ years pharmaceutical industry experience and a good in-depth knowledge of marketing principles and global marketing experience (i.e. AsiaPac, EMEA, LatAm, US) within the pharmaceutical industry
• In-depth knowledge in key principles of brand management and marketing, professional promotion and the sales process
• Experience in managing external brand agencies and vendors on a day-to-day basis and managing promotional budgets
• Experience launching or working with a newly launched product is a plus
• Experience in specialty products
  

Other Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required, MBA preferred
• Strong knowledge of MS Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel
• Experience in working on global, multi-functional teams preferred
• Strong organization, planning and prioritization skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Does this sound like the opportunity you have been looking for?  If so AND you meet the minimum stated requirements, please forward a copy of your resume in WORD format ASAP to:  sherri@parkwoodintl.com .  Due to number of responses, only those applicants that most closely meet my client's requirements will be contacted.  NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!  I only work by appointment as I am making outbound calls all day everyday.

If this is close, but not the exact match for you, I do specialize exclusively in pharmaceutical market research and marketing related opportunities.  To view my other opportunities, please visit http://www.parkwoodintl.com/, click on "Opportunity", then click on "Pharma/Biotech".  You may wish to bookmark my site as I update it regularly.  Again, no phone calls please.  If interested in an opportunity, please forward your resume as indicated above, and if a potential match, I will contact you to discuss your background and possible opportunities.  THANK YOU!!!