Vice President, US Marketing

About the role

The Vice President (VP), US Marketing will lead the development and execution of the U.S. marketing strategy for the company's commercial asset, ivonescimab. As the top U.S. commercial leader for this brand, the SVP will be accountable for all aspects of U.S. marketing, including launch preparation, brand positioning, promotional strategy, digital/omnichannel marketing, HCP and patient engagement, and performance optimization.

Role and Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the comprehensive U.S. marketing strategy for ivonescimab ensuring differentiation, strong market uptake, and sustained growth
• Build the U.S. brand plan, including positioning, value proposition, messaging, and go-to-market strategy across channels and stakeholders
• Own and drive U.S. launch readiness, including development of HCP and patient campaigns, sales force enablement, and market shaping activities.
• Establish KPIs and performance metrics to guide execution and optimize impact pre- and post-launch
• Builds and develops a high-performing, top-tier marketing team to execute strategic initiatives
• Foster a culture of agility, accountability, innovation, and collaboration.
• Collaborates cross-functionally to ensure alignment and seamless execution of strategic and tactical plans
• Oversees investment planning and budget management to maximize brand growth and return on investment
• Translates insights from market research, key opinion leader (KOL) engagement, and external stakeholders into actionable business opportunities
• Aligns the organization around brand priorities and key growth opportunities, while proactively planning for potential competitive challenges
• Owns and validates the brand’s revenue forecast, incorporating risk assessments and opportunity analyses
• Drives innovation and adapts strategies to succeed in today’s dynamic launch and commercialization landscape

Requirements

Advanced degree in Business, Marketing, Life Sciences, or a related field (MBA, MS, or PhD preferred)

Minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical marketing, with at least 7+ years in senior leadership roles

Demonstrated success in leading U.S. launch and/or commercialization of a specialty or first-in-class therapy

Must have recent launch experience; a large-scale brand with multiple competitors is a plus

Must have experience and understanding of U.S. market including key drivers and barriers; global experience is a plus

Proven track record of successfully commercializing Oncology pharmaceutical products, including immuno-oncology (I-O) experiences

Broad background across solid tumors is required; oncology lung experience is a plus

Sales experience, in addition to marketing, is a plus

Need to demonstrate understanding of innovative approaches to launches including digital marketing, SEO optimization, use of ML and AI for no see customers and just in time patients etc.

Keen grasp of the U.S. Oncology customer landscape, working with access and medical to ensure proper access and use of product

Understanding of compliance standards and acting within those standards

Demonstrated leadership, teamwork & team building and cross-functional collaboration

Must have drive, energy, persuasion, imagination, adaptability and versatility

Exceptional leadership, communication, and influencing skills

Analytical mindset with the ability to translate insights into impactful strategy

Qualifications

$315,000 - $350,000 USD

Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor. The total compensation package for this position may also include bonus, stock, benefits and/or other applicable variable compensation.

Benefits

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Pay

$315,000 - $350,000 USD

Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor. The total compensation package for this position may also include bonus, stock, benefits and/or other applicable variable compensation.

Contact

Summit Therapeutics Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in creating and maintaining diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training or promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.