Senior Director, Enzyme Therapies BU Marketing, INZ-701
Location San Rafael, California Workstyle Hybrid ApplyWho We Are
BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health.
Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.
Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.
About Commercial
Our Commercial organization leads our global sales and marketing strategies around the world. Our integrated team continues to solidify BioMarin’s commercial presence in the United States and Europe and is rapidly growing in other regions, such as Latin America, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific.
Role Overview
The Senior Director will lead the global launch of INZ-701, an ENPP1 Fc fusion protein enzyme replacement therapy designed to restore pyrophosphate and adenosine levels. This role demands a strategic thinker with a proven track record of successfully bringing rare disease pharmaceutical products to the market, coupled with the ability to navigate the complexities of global regulatory & reimbursement environments. This is a new role within an evolved organization operating model. The individual will be a key member of the Enzyme Therapies Marketing team, reporting to the Head of Marketing, Enzyme Therapies BU. This role will be accountable for creating the integrated commercial strategy for INZ-701, leading the global commercialization and launch efforts with the intent of maximizing market opportunities. S/he must have the proven ability to collaborate, influence across stakeholder groups, effectively network across the organization and communicate with senior leaders all within a fast moving, challenging and dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive global launch strategy for INZ-701, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Team Leadership: Lead a high-performing launch Brand team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
- Market Penetration: Identify and capitalize on market opportunities to optimize the reach and adoption of INZ-701, leveraging market research and competitive analysis.
- Lead the collaboration between the Enzyme Therapies BU Marketing and in-country Marketing ensuring strategic alignment that can support and address market launch opportunities and challenges.
- Deliver & ensure consistent branding, positioning, and messaging platforms across markets.
- Effectively partner with Supply Chain to ensure launch supply planning and readiness
- Cross-functional Coordination: Collaborate with key cross-functional partners such as Medical Affairs, Value, Access and Strategic Pricing, Worldwide R&D and Pipeline & Portfolio Strategy to develop a cohesive, insights-driven launch brand strategy and meeting the needs of BioMarin’s strategic markets, balancing both near-term and long-term priorities
- Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with key stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, patient advocacy groups, and industry bodies, to drive awareness and support for INZ-701.
- Financial Oversight: Manage the budget for the launch program, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and monitoring financial performance against targets.
- Develop brand specific investor relations messaging.
- Leverage knowledge of the current and future market to provide insights for forecasting, strategic and corporate planning
- Active contributor and member of Enzyme Therapies BU marketing team
Qualifications
- Education: Degree in life sciences, business administration, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry. Experience of enzyme therapies or similar therapeutic areas preferred.
- Proven Track Record: Demonstrated success in leading global product launches and navigating complex market landscapes.
- Leadership Skills: Strong strategic, analytical, and leadership skills with the ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences.
- Global Perspective: Experience working in a global environment, with an understanding of diverse cultural and market dynamics.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience with enzyme replacement therapies or other biologics.
- Strong network within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry.
Location and Travel
The preferred location for this role is San Rafael, California with the expectation of significant international travel to oversee and support the global launch activities.
Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
For additional benefits information, visit: https://careers.biomarin.com/benefits.
- Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.