Job Summary

The Senior Director of Global Commercial Sales and Marketing (Cell and Gene Therapy Technologies) will play a critical role in shaping and executing the company's global commercial strategy within the MedTech CGT division. Reporting to the Head of Portfolio Management and CMO, the Senior Director will be responsible for leading the global commercial operations and P&L management for the CGT business. The candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the business related to sales, marketing, field application support, and product management. This leadership role requires a strategic vision, operational excellence, and the ability to drive growth in a fast-paced and evolving market. The Senior Director will play a key role in shaping a globally consistent yet regionally adaptable strategy for growth, managing cross-functional teams, and delivering high-quality, customer-centric solutions in the CGT sector. This position will also be responsible for making high-level decisions on operations and investments, advising the executive leadership and management teams, and building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders and partners.

*Priority will be given to candidates who are in proximity to the Lake Zurich, IL U.S. headquarters. If not near Lake Zurich, expect to travel up to 40%.

• Salary Range: $200,000-240,000.
• Position is eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan with a target of 22% of the base salary.
• Position is eligible to participate in our medium-term incentive plan.
• Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Our benefits and programs are comprehensive and thoughtfully crafted to ensure our colleagues live healthy lives and have support when it matters most. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with company contributions, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, employee assistance program, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the commercial strategy to grow revenue, expand market share, and enhance the organization’s position in the CGT space. Lead business planning, forecasting, and performance tracking to meet and exceed financial and strategic objectives. 
• Establish and implement strategies that have short to mid-term (1-3 years) impact on business results in alignment with the organization objectives. Provide input and advice for long-term (5-10) year strategies.  
• Oversee the sales and business development teams to drive customer acquisition and retention across key market segments (including big pharma, biotech and academic/research). Develop strategic partnerships, identify new business opportunities, and support customer-facing sales teams to optimize sales processes and achieve revenue targets, while ensuring alignment with the overall business strategy. 
• Oversee the internal marketing team to drive brand awareness, product positioning, and demand generation. Develop and implement integrated marketing campaigns, including digital content, events, and public relations efforts. Represent Fresenius Kabi to customers and industry peers with regards to technology and opportunities. Collaborate with Product and R&D teams to communicate the value proposition of the CGT technologies to various stakeholders.  
• Oversee the Product Management team for full product lifecycle, including product development, launch, and sustaining activities. Work closely with R&D and manufacturing to ensure products meet market needs, are scalable, maintain quality, and maintain competitive differentiation. Ensure effective go-to-market strategies for new product launches. 
• Oversee the Technical Application Support and Field Application Specialist teams to provide technical application expertise, training, product optimization, and troubleshooting to ensure customer satisfaction and successful implementation of our products. Identify opportunities to improve the customer experience and ensure seamless product adoption. 
• Partner with R&D, Operations, and Regulatory teams to ensure alignment between commercial and technical objectives. Provide market insights to inform product life cycle management and help shape future innovations. . 
• Research and maintain deep understanding of the CGT market, including technologies, competitors, trends, news, and customer needs to inform short-term and long-term strategy planning. Able to communicate accurately and comprehensively regarding the current state of the industry. 
• Manage the commercial P&L, ensuring cost control, budget adherence, and financial targets are met. Provide regular reports to the executive team on sales, marketing