Head of Marketing, US Oncology at Azurity… · Raleigh

Azurity Pharmaceuticals is a privately held, specialty pharmaceutical company that focuses on innovative products that meet the needs of underserved patients. As an industry leader in providing unique, accessible, and high-quality medications, Azurity leverages its integrated capabilities and vast partner network to continually expand its broad commercial product portfolio and robust late-stage pipeline. The company’s patient-centric products span the cardiovascular, neurology, endocrinology, gastro-intestinal, institutional, and orphan markets, and have benefited millions of patients. For more information, visit www.azurity.com.
Azurity Pharmaceuticals is proud to be an inclusive workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Azurity's success is attributable to our incredibly talented, dedicated team that focuses on benefiting the lives of patients by bringing the best science and commitment to quality into everything that we do. We seek highly motivated individuals with the dedication, integrity, and creative spirit needed to thrive in our organization.
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Director, Head of Marketing, US Oncology to lead the strategic and tactical marketing efforts across a portfolio of products within our growing commercial organization. This individual will be responsible for driving US oncology brand strategy, in-line marketing execution, and launch planning for pipeline assets across the oncology portfolio. They will have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while leading multiple brands and cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate brings a minimum of 12 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, including at least 7 years of U.S.-based marketing experience within the Oncology space. This individual will lead a small team of brand leads.
Key Responsibilities:
Brand Strategy & Execution
Oversee marketing activities for all products within the Oncology Franchise and manage the brand team
Lead annual brand planning process, develop and execute integrated marketing plans for in-line brands and pipeline brands, aligning with corporate and commercial objectives.
Manage day-to-day brand operations of the marketing team, ensuring timely development, production and execution of campaigns, messaging, and materials that optimize brand awareness and performance relative to established brand goals
Monitor brand performance, KPIs, and market dynamics to optimize marketing strategy and inform tactical pivots.
Working with finance and forecasting develop short and long term forecasts
Collaborate with insights team on conducting primary research and assessing secondary research data to garner market insights and inform brand strategy
Manage the topline revenue forecast while effectively managing gross to nets
Portfolio Management
Oversee a portfolio of products at various lifecycle stages (pre-launch, launch, growth, maturity).
Prioritize and allocate resources across brands to maximize impact and ROI.
Ensure brand consistency while tailoring approaches to product-specific needs and market segments.
Work with sales training, commercial functional partners, medical and legal teams on developing and implementing commercial training for the franchise.
Continually assess competitive marketplace to anticipate changes in the future landscape so that strategies can be revised accordingly.
Launch Planning & Readiness
Partnering with the launch excellence lead, lead cross-functional launch readiness efforts for new indications or products within the portfolio.
Partner with key stakeholders across Medical Affairs, Market Access, Sales, Regulatory, and external agencies to deliver high-quality, compliant promotional and educational content.
Develop and manage North America launch timelines, training materials, and field execution strategies.
Stakeholder & Team Collaboration
Serve as a key liaison between marketing and the field force, driving alignment on strategy and messaging.
Collaborate with external partners, agencies, and vendors to develop omnichannel marketing campaigns.
Engage with KOLs and gather market insights to inform brand planning and positioning.
Required Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Life Sciences, Business, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
12+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, within those 7+ years of in-line marketing / launch experience in U.S. in Oncology
Proven ability to manage multiple brands or indications simultaneously
Prior experience with direct reports and team management
Experience in managing P&Ls
Must exhibit leadership skills, ability to manage appropriately in a fast paced environment and the ability to influence without authority
Broad commercial leader who thinks strategically and drives execution/results; experience in sales and other areas within commercial is highly desired
Track record of being able to manage financials including budget, Gross to Nets and resource allocation
Ability to develop executive level updates and narratives
Experience working in a fast-paced, evolving organization with a hands-on and collaborative approach.
Ability to lead and motivate cross functional teams, driving them towards achieving common goals in a fast paced evolving organization
Work Environment & Travel:
Hybrid or office-based, depending on location.
Travel: ~20–30% (including conferences, sales meetings, field rides, etc.)
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Physical & Mental Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to sit for long periods of time
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; talk and/or hear
May occasionally climb stairs and/or ride elevators
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Employee must be able to manipulate keyboard, operate a telephone and hand-held devices
Other miscellaneous job duties as required
Benefits We Offer:
Unlock Your Earning Potential: Join our team and be rewarded with a competitive compensation package, including an annual bonus based on company performance, that recognizes your exceptional talent.
Sales - In lieu of annual bonuses, we offer an Incentive compensation program that allows you to earn more - even over plan.
Fuel Your Success: *Sales Only* - We understand the value of your hard work and provide a car reimbursement program and gas card for both business and personal use as part of our commitment to supporting you.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: We value your well-being and offer excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage to ensure you and your family are always taken care of.
Flexibility for Your Lifestyle: Achieve work-life balance with our hybrid work model, allowing you to work two days from home and three days in the office. *Excludes Sales, Manufacturing, and some Operations positions*
Invest in Your Future: Our Retirement Savings Plan (401K) is designed to help you secure a comfortable retirement by matching dollar for dollar up to 5%.
Time Off That Counts: Take advantage of our generous time off policy, which offers up to 15 vacation days annually + rollover (up to 40 hours) as well as five sick/wellness days. For new employees, vacation accrual will be prorated based on your start date.
Meaningful Time with Your Loved Ones: We close between Christmas and New Year’s to give you an extra week off to spend quality time with your family and recharge.
Enjoy the Holidays: Over the course of the year, Azurity recognizes 13 holidays.
Invest in Your Education: We support your professional growth with tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level courses or certifications.
Recognize and Be Recognized: Our Azurity High Five peer recognition platform allows you to celebrate your colleagues' accomplishments and receive recognition for your own outstanding work.
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