Director, New Product Planning

Summary:

As lead of the New Products Planning (NPP) Team, this is an opportunity to be a key stakeholder in driving and shaping the pipeline of the company. We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and cross-functionally oriented leader to drive commercial insights and strategies for our early- to mid-stage pipeline assets. This individual will serve as the commercial voice within cross-functional asset teams, partnering closely with R&D, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, Business Development, and Market Access to shape asset strategies from preclinical through Phase III development.

Area of Responsibility:

• Serve as the commercial lead on cross-functional development teams for pipeline assets (typically pre-IND through Ph3).
• Develop and refine Target Product Profiles (TPPs) in collaboration with R&D and Medical teams to ensure alignment with future market needs.
• Lead indication prioritization, market segmentation, and asset positioning strategies based on market research, competitive intelligence, and unmet need analysis.
• Conduct market opportunity assessments, including epidemiology modeling, forecasting, and scenario planning to inform pipeline investment and lifecycle planning.
• Translate clinical development strategies into early commercial strategies, including differentiation, access considerations, and value proposition framing.
• Collaborate with Global and Regional Market Access to shape early pricing and reimbursement strategies.
• Partner with Corporate Development on licensing and M&A due diligence for pipeline expansion opportunities.
• Lead external vendor management for primary and secondary market research, forecasting, and analytics support.
• Present recommendations to senior leadership and governance committees on development-stage investment decisions.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA, PhD, PharmD) strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in biopharmaceuticals, including new product planning, marketing, management consulting, or strategic planning.
• Experience supporting early development programs (preclinical–Ph2) required; Ph3 or launch experience a plus.
• Experience in Dermatology, Oncology, Immunology preferred

Job Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will combine deep market knowledge, analytical rigor, and strategic foresight to assess the clinical and commercial viability of assets and support investment decisions that maximize portfolio value.
• Strong business acumen and experience conducting market assessments, forecasting, or opportunity valuation.
• Exceptional cross-functional collaboration and communication skills, especially with R&D, Medical, and Market Access stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity, drive alignment, and synthesize complex information into clear strategic recommendations.

The presently-anticipated base compensation pay range for this position is $171,000 to $209,000. Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience. In addition, this position is part of the Annual Performance Bonus Plan. Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; and the employee assistance program. Employees also receive various paid time off benefits, including vacation time and sick time.
The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company, or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of the incumbent(s).
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