Oncology Product Launch Specialist

Job Title: Oncology Product Launch Specialist

Location: Rahway, NJ 07065

Duration: 12 Months

The client is seeking a Project Manager to join the Global Marketing Oncology – New Products Team.

You will work in the commercial organization and play an integral role in

1) overseeing the launch management of new, potential first-in-line assets that tackle highly unmet needs among cancer patients worldwide, and

2) driving the new products Global-Regional-Local (GRL) engagement.

·        Utilizing industry best practices, the ideal candidate will lead project management efforts by implementing a strong governance framework; identifying and managing risks; and overseeing delivery cadence, tracking, and communication.

·        In this highly collaborative position, you will support multiple functions, including Market Access, Brand Strategy, Insights & Analytics (HHDDA), Medical Affairs, and Precision Medicine / Biomarker Strategy.

·        This role reports to the Director of Global Marketing New Product team.

Requirements

·        BA Required; MBA/equivalent Master's-level education a bonus

·        7 years of pharma and commercial experience; Oncology experience preferred

·        7 years of strong project/program management skills in a pharmaceutical launch setting; Oncology experience preferred

·        Demonstrated history of supporting or managing projects with transformational impacts to deliver intended, measurable value

·        Proven track record of effectively driving and supporting implementing approaches to grow the brand and overall business while facilitating a growth mindset among team members

·        Strong MS Office Skills and comfortable learning and using other needed software/platforms

Core Competencies

·        Clear Communication – Ability to organize complex topics, simplify, and succinctly summarize needed actions.

·        Highly accountable; possess several traits to help energize and motivate the team, including creativity, decisiveness, and ability to work hard and operate under tight deadlines.

·        Adaptable and comfortable with the reality of Oncology that timelines shift frequently.

·        Self-motivated with a strong ability to help the team drive toward an aspirational goal

·        Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously

·        Eager to learn

·        Ability to drive collaboration and foster productive cross-functional relationships and ways of working

·        Results-oriented, demonstrated accountability, agility, and ability to drive program completion in expedited timelines

·        Creative problem solver with a demonstrated track record of high performance

·        Ability to perform quantitative analysis for budget management.

·        Breadth of experience in overseeing and guiding the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact

·        Experience in working with different markets that span various cultures, languages, and time zones

Responsibilities:

Asset and Coordinating GRL activities across the portfolio of New Oncology Assets.

For New Product Launch

·        Implement a Launch Governance Framework

·        Track the progress of functional teams against brand and organizational priorities

For the Portfolio GRL Role

·        Lead and deliver project management in support of c robust engagement among global, regional, and local markets on Oncology New Product.

·        Monitor and update GRL approach: Track and provide visibility (next 1-2 years) of evolving global commercial team meetings

·        Create communication plans and materials for Global-Regional-Local engagement and cross-functional collaboration.

·        Identify and apply opportunities for performance optimization through plans that accelerate execution, drive efficiencies, and support brand and organizational goals