Job Description

　　The Associate Director, Global Vaccines Marketing - New Products position is a critical role in our organization as it centers on developing a future-focused view of our Vaccine business, fueling the growth of the discovery pipeline through internal program development and partnerships/acquisitions. This role will shape the product profile and positioning of our investigational assets, building on our legacy of leadership in vaccines.

　　This position will focus on the creation of the early commercial strategy for multiple assets within our Vaccine pipeline and exploring new opportunities for vaccine development. This requires a deep partnership with research and business development colleagues to identify pathogens of interest and develop differentiated products addressing unmet medical needs.

　　The Associate Director will report to the Director of New Products.

　　Responsibilities

　　Serve as Commercial Lead for multiple vaccine discovery programs across different vaccine platformsAssist in the development and refresh of the overarching new targets strategy to guide internal scientific efforts and business development inquiriesDevise early global commercial strategies for existing pipeline assets based on stage of asset, ranging from definition of target product profile and priority indications to launch excellence preparationDrives cross-functional strategy development and execution across other critical stakeholders including Policy, Medical Affairs, Communications, Market Access, CORE, Pricing, Competitive Intelligence, Global Forecasting, as well as key country and regional New Product LeadersCollaborate with global forecasting team to deliver robust market size assessments, including defining key assumptions (target segments, addressable population, vaccination rate, price, market share, etc.) for internal assets and vaccine business development inquiriesProvide critical input to Manufacturing colleagues to inform long-term supply chain investments to support delivery of products to marketConduct commercial assessments for vaccine business development initiatives and support due-diligence processes by providing a commercial perspective on assets under evaluationData analysis and insight generation, staying ahead of developments in competitive landscape, and shaping early product decisionsWork with regional and country marketing teams to assess viability of new products; identifying key strategic considerations based on regional/local market conditions to maximize public health impact and product uptake.

　　Work Location

　　Hybrid, with Upper Gwynedd or Philadelphia as the primary location. Relocation will be supported, as appropriate.

　　Travel

　　Yes, ~10-15% of time

　　Education

　　Required: BA/BSPreferred: Scientific background in either undergraduate or graduate studies (life sciences, engineering, epidemiology, MD, RPh, or Pharm D, etc.) and/or Master's Degree in Business Administration or Master's in Public Health; Health Policy or Healthcare Economics and related disciplines.

　　Position Qualifications

　　At least 3-5 years of experience in one or more of these areas: access, marketing (or equivalent roles), marketing/sales support, sales, pricing/reimbursement, or health economicsAgile and self-directed learning skills for developing customer understanding and identifying creative approaches to marketAbility to anticipate and rapidly respond to market and competitive changes in developing early product strategies/profilesStrong commercial orientation and business acumen (i.e., strategic thinking, verbal and written communications skills, project management and operational skills, excellence in problem solving, and aptitude for consuming, synthesizing, and displaying data)

　　Preferred Experience and Skills

　　Healthcare Consulting experienceExperience in public health or scientific partnershipsNew Product and/or experience working across clinical development spaceCompetitive scenarios and simulation planning and/or prior experience in developing global business strategiesGlobal or Regional/Country marketing experience, particularly in Emerging MarketsConsumer and/or digital marketing experience.

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　　In accordance with Managers' Policy - Job Posting and Employee Placement, all employees subject to this policy are required to have a minimum of twelve (12) months of service in current position prior to applying for open positions.

　　If you have been offered a separation benefits package, but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separation package, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package. To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor.

　　Employees working in roles that the Company determines require routine collaboration with external stakeholders, such as customer-facing commercial, or research-based roles, will be expected to comply not only with Company policy but also with policies established by such external stakeholders (for example, a requirement to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to access a facility or meet with stakeholders). Please understand that, as permitted by applicable law, if you have not been vaccinated against COVID-19 and an essential function of your job is to call on external stakeholders who require vaccination to enter their premises or engage in face-to-face meetings, then your employment may pose an undue burden to business operations, in which case you may not be offered employment, or your employment could be terminated. Please also note that, where permitted by applicable law, the Company reserves the right to require COVID-19 vaccinations for positions, such as in Global Employee Health, where the Company determines in its discretion that the nature of the role presents an increased risk of disease transmission.

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　　Expected salary range:

　　$130,960.00 - $206,200.00

　　Available benefits include bonus eligibility, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. For Washington State Jobs, a summary of benefits is listed here.

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　　Employee Status:

　　Regular

　　Relocation:

　　Domestic

　　VISA Sponsorship:

　　No

　　Travel Requirements:

　　10%

　　Flexible Work Arrangements:

　　Hybrid

　　Shift:

　　1st - Day

　　Valid Driving License:

　　No

　　Hazardous Material(s):

　　N/A

　　Requisition ID:R273165