Executive Director, HIV Franchise Marketing

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At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.
 

Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
 

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

Job Description
 

Gilead's mission is to discover, develop, and deliver therapies that will improve the lives of patients with life-threatening illnesses worldwide. Join Gilead’s mission as the Executive Director, HIV Franchise Marketing will be a key contributor responsible for strategy and execution in support of Gilead’s $13B+ HIV franchise, including Biktarvy and Descovy for PrEP. The successful candidate will be a dynamic, experienced professional with a strong track record of commercial success in the pharmaceutical industry. They must demonstrate proven expertise in strategic brand/portfolio management, team leadership, and the ability to provide vision and direction within a fast-moving, challenging, and dynamic commercial environment.

This position is based in Foster City, CA, and does not have the option of being remote.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, develop, and manage a diverse team of marketing professionals.
• Guide the strategic and tactical planning for HIV Franchise Marketing, supporting inclusive, end-to-end HIV leadership through community and opinion leader engagement
• Direct the marketing strategy and plan of action (POA) for the HIV Community Liaison (CL) program team and allied healthcare provider (AHCP) marketing in close coordination with HIV Treatment and Prevention brand teams.
• Deliver resources and initiatives to AHCPs through CL resources, operations, events, and digital engagement.
• Build and sustain relationships with HIV treatment and prevention advocates, community thought leaders, key stakeholders, and AIDS Service Organizations (ASOs).
• Collaborate closely with teams across HIV Treatment, HIV Prevention, and Public Affairs on external leadership initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional efforts with teams in Treatment, Prevention, Business Conduct, Medical Affairs, Clinical, Regulatory, Managed Markets, and Public Affairs to support key initiatives (e.g., congress presence, key events)
• Plan and lead advisory boards across the HIV business unit to foster diverse input and insights.
• Oversee the Promotional Speakers Bureau and peer-to-peer education initiatives for HIV Treatment and Prevention.
• Lead the strategic engagements with opinion leaders at and surrounding critical scientific engagements.
• Manage the Franchise Marketing budget with transparency and accountability.
• Supervise agency relationships, ensuring alignment with goals and performance expectations.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and Fourteen Years’ Experience

OR

Masters' Degree and Twelve Years’ Experience

OR

PhD and Twelve Years’ Experie