Director, Commercial and Alliance Partnerships

Sandoz continues to go through an exciting and transformative period as a global leader and pioneering provider of sustainable Biosimilar and Generic medicines. As we continue down this new and ambitious path, unique opportunities will present themselves, both professionally and personally. Join us—the future is ours to shape!

About the Role

As a Director of Commercial and Alliance Partnerships, you will develop and maintain relationships with partners strategically important for the US Generics business. You will gain a deep understanding of partners' strategies and operations to drive success and uphold the highest standards of engagement. This role ensures effective governance of partner relationships and helps drive long-term value for Sandoz.

This position is located at the Princeton, NJ US Headquarters. Our flexible hybrid working approach allows US office-based employees to work up to 50% of their monthly workday remotely. This role cannot be located fully remote. Travel requirements: 20% within the U.S. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role; you must have U.S. work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Deliver against the US organization’s strategies and plans/objectives.
• Support the management of alliances to enhance relationship value and manage partnership risks.
• Drive business growth through proactive management of strategic partnerships for the US Generics Business.
• Participate in due diligence, build an extensive contacts network, and oversee evaluation of partnerships at multiple levels.
• Lead business growth through re-negotiation/negotiation of transactions (e.g., license deals, out-licensing, co-development) and drafting contracts.
• Manage stakeholders, present to internal leadership teams, and drive internal consensus on opportunities while supporting formal governance processes.
• Adhere to internal BD&L processes to ensure quality and consistency throughout the lifetime of partner relationships.
• Carry out day-to-day project management, including prioritization of activities and projects in line with strategic priorities.

Key Performance Indicator: Manage Strategic Commercial and Alliance Partnerships for the US market.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• A minimum of 5 years of Pharmaceutical industry experience, with some in BD&L or Alliance Management roles.
• Experience encompassing more than one functional area (e.g., product development, regulatory affairs, product management, marketing, business development, finance, investment banking, consulting).
• Understanding of pharmaceutical forecasting and competitive dynamics in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Understanding of financial analysis and product P&L modeling.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA experience.

Pay

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $179,300 - $332,900 USD/year. Final pay determinations will depend on factors including geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The total compensation package may also include a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards.

Benefits

• Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, including 401(k) eligibility.
• Various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave.

Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an offer of employment is extended.

About Sandoz

Sandoz is the global leader in Biosimilar and Generic medicines, delivering 80% of the world’s medicines at 30% of the cost and touching the lives of more than 1 billion people across 100+ countries. We are proud of our achievements but aim to do more to ensure everyone can achieve the basic human right of good health. With investments in new development capabilities, production sites, acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more people gain access to low-cost, high-quality medicines sustainably.

Our momentum is powered by an open, collaborative culture driven by talented and ambitious colleagues. We welcome diversity of thought and support personal growth in an agile and collegiate environment with impactful careers. Join us to help make healthcare fairer and faster.