VP, DM1 Commercial Asset Lead
BioSpace · Waltham, MA · 3 wk ago
On-siteBusiness Development$272k–$340k/yrFull-time
Role Summary
The VP, DM1 Commercial Asset Lead (CAL) is a passionate driver of the value of Dyne’s DM1 commercial asset with a global perspective, bringing adaptable leadership to develop and implement commercialization strategies that maximize reach and value creation within the neuromuscular portfolio.
Primary Responsibilities Include
Global Commercial Strategy & Asset Leadership
- Define global asset commercialization strategy and plan to achieve milestones and timelines for successful launches
- Shape competitive positioning, differentiation strategy, and overall value proposition
- Provide commercialization input into program strategy, including label and access considerations
- Establish strategic imperatives, critical success factors, and execution priorities
Launch Readiness & Market Planning
- Lead global launch planning and readiness across key markets, starting with the U.S.
- Partner with cross-functional teams (medical, regulatory, supply, marketing, digital, data) to prepare for launch execution
- Collaborate with affiliate teams and external partners to support reimbursement and access readiness
- Drive continuous improvement and learning across markets
Cross-Functional Leadership & Program Integration
- Serve as a key member of the Program Team and lead the DM1 Commercial Sub-Team
- Ensure alignment across commercialization pillars (product profile, access, launch planning)
- Facilitate cross-functional decision-making and drive timely outcomes
- Build strong partnerships across functions and maintain clear communication with leadership
External Engagement & Stakeholder Management
- Build a credible and visible presence within the DM1 community, including KOLs, patient advocacy groups, and care teams
- Maintain awareness of competitive landscape and evolving market dynamics
- Support preparation and presentation of commercialization materials for senior leadership and Board discussions
- Participate in business development activities, including opportunity evaluation and due diligence, as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific, medical, or business discipline required; advanced degree strongly preferred
- Minimum of 20 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry
- 15+ years of commercialization and cross-functional leadership experience
- Extensive experience leading global product launches, including a minimum of 3 launches
- Rare disease experience strongly preferred; neuromuscular experience highly advantageous
- Proven track record of delivering on business objectives in fast-paced, high-stakes environments
- Proven ability to steer assets from late-stage development through approval and launch
- Experience influencing global and U.S. market access and reimbursement readiness
- Demonstrated success developing global commercialization strategies
- Experience collaborating across clinical, medical, regulatory, supply, and commercial functions
- Ability to synthesize complex data to guide strategy
- Strong cross-functional leadership and stakeholder influence
- Proven ability to inspire and mobilize high-performing teams
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to build strong external relationships (KOLs, advocacy, payers, regulators)
- Comfortable leading through ambiguity and change
- High integrity and strong patient-centric mindset
- Strong sense of urgency and ability to prioritize effectively