Global Commercial Lead Haemotology
AstraZeneca, Gaithersburg, MD, United States
Global Commercial Director
The Global Commercial Director will be a key member of the Global Calquence Astra Zeneca Team, accountable for shaping and delivering the global commercial strategy in Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).
This role will lead the CLL indication across all lifecycle stages, with a strong focus on driving the transformation of the treatment paradigm, maximizing the value of Calquence, and ensuring best-in-class execution across markets.
Reporting to the Global Commercial Head, Calquence, the role works in close partnership with global, regional and country teams, as well as cross-functional stakeholders (Medical, Access, Insights, Regulatory), to deliver sustainable growth in a highly competitive and rapidly evolving environment.
Job Responsibilities:
Define and drive the global Calquence commercial strategy in CLL, across lines of therapy and treatment segments (FD, TTP, R/R)
Shape the treatment paradigm evolution, including the shift toward finite-duration regimens
Ensure clear competitive positioning vs emerging and established players
Lead the global brand strategy and execution for key CLL programs (e.g. AMPLIFY and lifecycle initiatives)
Ensure best-in-class launch readiness and execution across priority markets
Maximize value across pre-launch, launch and in-line phases
Develop HCP engagement strategies tailored to CLL segments and customer needs
Drive impactful scientific exchange, peer-to-peer and omnichannel initiatives
Ensure a strong and differentiated value proposition across stakeholders
Collaborate closely with Global Medical Affairs, Market Access, Insights and regions
Ensure alignment and consistency of execution across markets
Act as a key interface between global strategy and local implementation
Monitor and assess brand performance, forecasts and competitive dynamics
Identify risks and opportunities to maximize growth and mitigate erosion
Contribute to business cases, LTP and investment prioritization
Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
10 years of progressive experience in pharma commercial roles, ideally in CLL or haematology.
Proven track record in global brand strategy and launch execution
Strong experience in pre-launch and in-line brand management
Demonstrated ability to lead in a matrix environment and influence without authority
Strong strategic thinking and business acumen (forecasting, insights, competition)
Experience working with cross-functional teams (Medical, Access, Insights, etc.)
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
10+ years' experience in pharmaceutical development and commercialization
Bachelor's Degree in relevant field
The Global Commercial Director will be a key member of the Global Calquence Astra Zeneca Team, accountable for shaping and delivering the global commercial strategy in Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).
This role will lead the CLL indication across all lifecycle stages, with a strong focus on driving the transformation of the treatment paradigm, maximizing the value of Calquence, and ensuring best-in-class execution across markets.
Reporting to the Global Commercial Head, Calquence, the role works in close partnership with global, regional and country teams, as well as cross-functional stakeholders (Medical, Access, Insights, Regulatory), to deliver sustainable growth in a highly competitive and rapidly evolving environment.
Job Responsibilities:
Define and drive the global Calquence commercial strategy in CLL, across lines of therapy and treatment segments (FD, TTP, R/R)
Shape the treatment paradigm evolution, including the shift toward finite-duration regimens
Ensure clear competitive positioning vs emerging and established players
Lead the global brand strategy and execution for key CLL programs (e.g. AMPLIFY and lifecycle initiatives)
Ensure best-in-class launch readiness and execution across priority markets
Maximize value across pre-launch, launch and in-line phases
Develop HCP engagement strategies tailored to CLL segments and customer needs
Drive impactful scientific exchange, peer-to-peer and omnichannel initiatives
Ensure a strong and differentiated value proposition across stakeholders
Collaborate closely with Global Medical Affairs, Market Access, Insights and regions
Ensure alignment and consistency of execution across markets
Act as a key interface between global strategy and local implementation
Monitor and assess brand performance, forecasts and competitive dynamics
Identify risks and opportunities to maximize growth and mitigate erosion
Contribute to business cases, LTP and investment prioritization
Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
10 years of progressive experience in pharma commercial roles, ideally in CLL or haematology.
Proven track record in global brand strategy and launch execution
Strong experience in pre-launch and in-line brand management
Demonstrated ability to lead in a matrix environment and influence without authority
Strong strategic thinking and business acumen (forecasting, insights, competition)
Experience working with cross-functional teams (Medical, Access, Insights, etc.)
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
10+ years' experience in pharmaceutical development and commercialization
Bachelor's Degree in relevant field