Senior Director, US Marketing, IgAN

For over 30 years, Alexion has been dedicated to transforming the lives of people For over 30 years, Alexion has been dedicated to transforming the lives of people living with rare diseases. We lead with breakthrough science, deep disease understanding, and an unrelenting commitment to patients. As part of AstraZeneca, we are uniquely positioned to accelerate innovation and reach more patients globally.

Working here means being driven by purpose, acting with integrity, and fostering a culture where people feel valued, connected, and empowered. You’ll join a community that puts patients first, plays to win, and supports your development at every step.

The Opportunity

We have an exciting, high‑impact leadership opportunity for a Senior Director, US Marketing, IgAN. As part of the U.S. Rare Hematology & Nephrology commercial team, the Senior Director, U.S. Marketing IgAN will serve as the lead for the IgAN launch and marketing strategy. This role will partner closely with global and cross-functional teams to lead development and execution of a best-in-class launch strategy. The ideal candidate will bring strong strategic thinking, a passion for innovation, and a collaborative mindset to shape the U.S. brand strategy and drive launch readiness.

What You Will Do: 

• Own U.S. launch and brand strategy for the IgAN indication. Define the brand platform (positioning, value proposition, message architecture), customer strategy, and integrated go-to-market plan based on market, customer, and patient insights
• Develop and execute the external engagement strategy. Build advocacy and partnership with KOLs, patient advocacy organizations, and other stakeholders to inform strategy and accelerate adoption
• Translate strategy into high-impact omnichannel plans and materials; lead execution across personal and non-personal promotion (including digital/social) and continuously optimize using KPIs, dashboards, insights, and test-and-learn
• Lead integrated business planning for the brand. Align across partners, including Global, Sales, Medical, Market Access, Strategic Accounts, Patient Support Services, Legal, and Compliance to drive launch readiness and sustained execution
• Lead US IgAN marketing team, including acquiring and developing marketing talent for current and future needs; build succession pipelines and critical capabilities.
• Represent US commercial perspective in global forums and strategic discussions

You will need to have:

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, life sciences, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred. 
• 10 years of professional experience in pharmaceutical or biotech industry; can include marketing, agency, or related healthcare experience  
• Deep understanding of the US pharmaceutical market and experience in rare diseases is highly desirable. 
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills. 
• Proven ability to lead highly matrixed portfolio teams and influence without direct authority.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and influencing abilities. 
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively manage multiple priorities. 
• The duties of this role are generally conducted in an office environment. As is typical of an office-based role, employees must be able, with or without an accommodation to: use a computer; engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging; engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis, and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours. 
• Certain activities may involve travel 30% of the time or involve weekend programs 

We would prefer for you to have:

• Rare disease commercial experience
• U.S. launch experience

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $231,988.80 - 347,983.20 USD Annual USD. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program. Benefits offered include a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (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.

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