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Position Summary:

The Senior Director, Global Commercial Strategy Oncology, BioNTech/Solid Tumor will be a key member of the Oncology Global Commercial Strategy team, responsible for driving the strategic direction and commercial success of the BioNTech and solid tumor portfolio. This role will focus on maximizing asset value, shaping franchise growth, and ensuring strategic alignment across functions and geographies. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong strategic thinking, cross-functional leadership, and deep oncology market expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of global commercial strategies for BioNTech and solid tumor assets, in alignment with overall oncology portfolio objectives.

• Partner closely with Tumor Leads, Business Development, Medical, Market Access, and other stakeholders to drive integrated franchise plans and end-to-end accountability.

• Analyze market trends, competitive intelligence, and customer insights to inform strategic decisions and identify growth opportunities.

• Support launch readiness and lifecycle management for pipeline and in-market assets, including scenario planning and risk mitigation.

• Collaborate with Portfolio Strategy & Operations, Market Foresight, and Project Management teams to ensure operational excellence and cross-tumor alignment.

• Contribute to business development activities, including asset evaluation and partnership opportunities.

• Prepare and present business cases, strategic recommendations, and performance updates to senior leadership.

• Mentor and develop talent within the franchise, supporting succession planning and team capability building.

Key Qualifications & Experience:

• Advanced degree in business, life sciences, or related field (MBA, PhD, PharmD preferred).

• Minimum 10 years of experience in oncology commercial strategy, marketing, or related roles within the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders in a matrixed global environment.

• Deep understanding of the oncology market landscape, including solid tumors and immuno-oncology.

• Strong analytical, strategic planning, and communication skills.

• Experience with asset launches, lifecycle management, and business development is preferred.

• Strategic agility and commercial acumen

• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management

• Results orientation and accountability

• Change leadership and adaptability

• Talent development and team leadership

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Compensation Overview:

Princeton - NJ - US: $211,723 - $256,560

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. 

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