IgG4 Launch Leader UPLIZNA - Rare Disease

HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?

If you feel like you're part of something bigger, it's because you are. At Amgen, our shared mission-to serve patients-drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world's leading biotechnology companies. We are global collaborators who achieve together-researching, manufacturing, and delivering ever-better products that reach over 10 million patients worldwide. It's time for a career you can be proud of.

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What you will do

Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this vital role you will be responsible for planning and executing the launch of UPLIZNA in IgG4 related disease ("IgG4-RD") in the United States, including leading the cross-functional launch team and partnering with Amgen's Global team to ensure alignment. The role will involve significant cross-functional collaboration and exposure to senior leadership.

• Develop and lead execution of the integrated U.S. launch plan for UPLIZNA in IgG4-RD, including all aspects of launch readiness to ensure attainment of business objectives

• Lead the UPLIZNA IgG4-RD cross-functional launch team, collaborating closely with cross-functional partners including Medical Affairs, Global, Marketing, Market Research, Market Access, Consumer Marketing, Commercial Development, Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, Sales, Patient Services, Patient Advocacy, Training, Trade, etc.

• Serve as U.S. commercial lead for launch planning

• Drive effective project management, including timely execution of cross-functional workstream, and ensuring deliverables are on-time, aligned to strategy, and on-budget

• Develop and manage the U.S. commercial launch budget

• Prepare and deliver regular launch readiness reports to senior management and executive leadership teams

• Build, lead and develop the U.S. marketing team for UPLIZNA in IgG4-RD (professional marketing & medical marketing), which will co-create core positioning, messaging, and materials in partnership with Amgen's Global organization

• Lead IgG4-RD team participation in annual strategic planning process

• Develop subject matter expertise in the IgG4-RD disease area, including disease pathology, patient journey and treatment landscape

• Develop the U.S. go-to-market strategy in IgG4-RD in partnership with Field Sales, Field Medical Affairs, Field TLLs, Patient Services, Site of Care, and Commercial Operations

• Contribute to the forecasting process to ensure that the commercial forecast accurately reflects key insights on market structure, patient journey, HCP preferences, etc.

• Maintain close alignment with existing UPLIZNA brand messaging and positioning

• Ensure that all launch activities are informed by customer insights gained from analytics, market research, KOL advisory activities, and field insights

• Provide strategic input on future organization development to meet customer needs and business objectives

• Build a culture of collaboration, transparency, and patient-centricity within the IgG4-RD launch team

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What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is a [type of person] with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree and 4 years of Marketing experience

Or

Master's degree and 7 years of Marketing experience

Or

Bachelor's degree and 9 years of Marketing experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required. MBA (or equivalent, e.g., PharmD) preferred

• 15+ years' experience in commercial roles in the biopharmaceutical industry

• Experience in pharmaceutical product launch planning and execution strongly preferred

• Experience in rare disease strongly preferred

• Experience with severe inflammatory disease, particularly in rheumatology or gastroenterology specialties, preferred

• Experience working with infusion care providers and distribution process preferred

• Experience working with multiple projects and managing multiple external vendors

• Must have strong planning, project management, communication, and organization skills

• Strong interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams as well as direct reports

• Understanding of the principles of brand management, including brand positioning, messaging & overall campaign execution

• Team orientation a must

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

• Exceptional communications skills and professional, proactive demeanor

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Travel Requirements:

• Requires approximately 25% travel, including overnight and some weekend commitments.

Thrive

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates' professional and personal growth and well-being.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan comprising health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities including:

• Comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.

• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan

• Stock-based long-term incentives

• Award-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns

• Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible

Apply now

for a career that defies imagination

Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.

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Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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