About Us

We are a global, family-owned company driven by a passion for innovation. Building on our foundational expertise in carbohydrate chemistry and cell cycle biology, we develop innovative treatments for unmet patient needs, with a focus on iron metabolism and blood-related disorders.

With 700+ employees across the UK, Ireland, the Nordics, Germany, the USA, and China, we are committed to scientific excellence, patient care, and collaborative partnerships with the medical community.

Our core values define who we are:

People-Driven – We are a family-held company built on passionate, knowledgeable people. We value integrity, open-mindedness and respect and are guided by these values in all our endeavors. We respect each individual who becomes a part of our journey, from our employees and partners to our end-users. And we recognize that the strength in all our collaborations is trust.
Committed to Quality – Quality is our source of inspiration. Quality drives our results. It represents our aspiration for excellence and our focus on driving continual improvements. For our partners and end-users, quality must always be tangible in our products, processes and people. This way, quality is the promise we keep every day.
Innovating for Better Lives – Innovation is essential in our quest to improve the lives of humans. We seek to address unmet needs through our expertise in iron and carbohydrate-based pharmaceuticals. We believe in a holistic and collaborative approach to research and innovation, so we work together with the scientific and medical communities to set new standards.

We have continued our growth trajectory since we launched our first product in the US, Monoferric® (ferric derisomaltose), through acquisitions, partnerships, and pipeline. Our R&D investments continue to leverage our core competencies, alongside our recent advancements in oncology supportive care.

Join us in shaping the future of patient care through innovation and collaboration.

Job Purpose:

This position leads the marketing function brand responsibility for Cosela in strategic market analysis; creating and implementing marketing strategies to drive company objectives; developing and implementing high impact marketing plans to meet corporate objectives.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership and Vision:

Lead the development and execution of the company’s comprehensive marketing strategy to drive growth and market penetration for Cosela
Collaborate with executive leadership to shape the strategic direction of the company and align marketing efforts with broader business goals
Communicate and present brand marketing strategies and plans to executive leadership
Collaborate with all commercial functions to create and implement strategies
Provide thought leadership and innovation to keep Pharmacosmos at the forefront of the industry

Marketing Execution:

Oversee the creation and implementation of marketing plans to meet or exceed net sales, volume, and P&L targets for Cosela
Direct the planning, development, and execution of all marketing initiatives, including personal and non-personal marketing initiatives and other strategies and tactics for building brand awareness, trial, and usage in a highly competitive market
Collaborate with market access teams to identify and address barriers to access and ensure optimal product positioning
Lead initiatives to enhance population health decision maker engagement and relationships, ensuring coverage and formulary placement are integrated into marketing plan
Lead the execution of strategic and tactical plans including development and deployment of sales tools, digital (omnichannel) marketing, speaker programs, and conventions Manage relationships with external partners and vendors Maintain a deep understanding of market, customer, and industry knowledge
Partner with the Supportive care franchise leader to develop and refine marketing department operational procedures and policies to enhance communication and effectiveness.

Performance Monitoring and Analysis:

Monitor and analyze performance against revenue and expense budgets, ensuring the attainment of assigned corporate objectives
Utilize data-driven insights to continuously improve marketing strategies and tactics
Monitor market access trends and adjust strategies accordingly to maintain competitive advantage
Lead cross-functional teams of business leaders to support, develop, and direct pre-launch and post-launch plans and activities
Tactical implementation will include partnering with Medical on advocacy development among healthcare providers and other key decision makers

Team Leadership and Development:

Lead the recruitment, evaluation, and selection of top marketing talent. Ensure compliance with Company EEO policy and Home Office HR processes and procedures
Develop and mentor the marketing team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
Conduct annual performance evaluations, provide career development planning, and manage compensation actions

Cross-functional Collaboration:

Establish and maintain effective communications with cross-functional team members, market access, medical, and sales
Collaborate with other departments to develop and implement training programs and ensure cohesive execution of marketing strategies

Policies, Procedures & Compliance:

Stay current with and adhere to all corporate policies and government regulations
Stay current with and adhere to all policies and procedures as outlined in the employee handbook
Other duties as assigned

Education & Professional Background:

BS/BA degree in marketing, business, or life sciences required; MBA preferred
Minimum 15 years of healthcare industry experience
Minimum 10 years Hematology and Oncology marketing experience, including product launch experience
Minimum 5 years market access experience, including knowledge of Payors, PBMs, IDNs, and GPOs
Minimum 5 years leading cross functional teams and people
Extensive experience in the buy-and-bill and HEM/ONC required
Proven track record in digital marketing, including marketing automation platform implementation and utilization
Demonstrated ability to conceive, develop, and implement multi-dimensional commercial strategy and successful marketing plans
Strong analytical and business acumen; ability to understand financial analysis and its impact on business
Excellence in project management and effectively managing competing priorities
Strong knowledge of the evolving changes within the pharmaceutical industry and government regulations
MS Office suite proficiency
Documented track record of ability to recruit, retain and develop highest quality staff

Competencies:

Leadership: Operate with high integrity in all matters with a proven ability to motivate teams and individuals; ability to build consensus and lead cross-functionally
Customer-oriented: Respond to consumer needs and wants through personalized communication
Negotiation: Ability to reach resolutions that gain support and acceptance from all parties
Drive: Produce consistent, high quality and meaningful results that align with company goals
Problem Solving: Identify root causes in complex situations and develop effective solutions
Collaboration: Work toward common goals by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information with both internal and external colleagues
Communication: Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills for diverse audiences
Analytical Thinking: Decipher raw information and undefined problems into specific, workable components that support clear identification of issues; make logical conclusions, anticipate obstacles, and consider alternative approaches to decision making process
Strategic Thinking: Anticipate market shifts and respond appropriately
Executive Communication: Communicates effectively with executive leadership and cross functional partners to drive strategic decisions and organizational alignment
Commercial Acumen: Strong understanding of pharmaceutical commercialization, translating market insights into growth strategies and business results.
Talent Development: Builds, coaches, and develops high performing teams while fostering accountability and leadership growth

Attitude and Demeanor:

Proud Pharmacosmos ambassador
Strong personal leadership
Inspire cross-functional transparency and collaboration
Customer-centric, goal-focused, and adaptable
Ambitious, analytical, collaborative, organized

Flexibility:

Our roles can evolve over time. Reasonable flexibility is, therefore, a key part of any job at Pharmacosmos. Significant variations in duties and responsibilities should be discussed between the employee and manager.

Additional information:

Requires budgetary responsibilities and discretion with confidential data
Travelling – approximately 30-40% of the time
This position is Hybrid, primarily located in our Morristown, NJ office

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To learn more visit www.pharmacosmos.us

All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or experience necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Pharmacosmos Therapeutics Inc. is committed to equal opportunity in employment. We value diversity which embraces all perspectives towards innovation and are committed to making PTI a truly inclusive place to work where everyone of us can be our best and true selves.

We select and employ qualified candidates in accordance with their competencies and skills to perform the duties of the job regardless of gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, marital status, race, religion, color, age, disability, sexual orientation, military, or veteran status.

Pharmacosmos Therapeutics Inc. has adopted a hybrid work schedule – a combination of being on-site at our Morristown, NJ offices along with remote working. Being present is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement and enhances the Company culture.

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