Executive Director Head of Medical Strategy

Sumitomo Pharma Executive Director Head of Medical Strategy Honolulu, Hawaii Apply Now

Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd. is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with key operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), Canada (Sumitomo Pharma Canada, Inc.) and Europe (Sumitomo Pharma Switzerland GmbH) focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, psychiatry & neurology, and cell & gene therapies.

Job Overview

The Executive Director Head of Medical Strategy will be a key member of the Medical Affairs Leadership team reporting to the Vice President, Medical Affairs.

This role is responsible for managing the team of Strategy Heads for each therapeutic area and playing a critical role in developing the strategy with each Therapeutic Area Strategy Head, ensuring internal company cross-functional alignment and external facing interactions.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Support one team, patient first, high energy, positive dynamic culture.
• Align with CMO and VP of MA to drive medical affairs strategy for Sumitomo Pharma America Inc.
• Provide input to Global/Sumitomo Pharma America Inc. R&D Strategy and other corporate functions.
• Provide input to VP Medical Affairs to support budget creation and manage costs within the Medical Affairs budget.
• Lead, develop, and mentor team members.
• Specify, develop, and sustain optimal internal processes, capacities, and capabilities.
• Develop and align Medical Affairs strategic plans with brand strategic imperatives.
• Support alliances, ensuring coordination and alignment of all Medical Affairs activities and budget within SMPA and with alliance partners.
• Oversee the strategy and development of Medical Affairs plans and scientific platforms.
• Ensure cross-functional medical alignment with the US Field Medical team, Medical Communications & Operations, RWE & HEOR and ex-US colleagues.
• Direct the implementation of plans executed through multi-modal medical education channels.
• Oversee the development and implementation of detailed scientific Publication Plans.
• Work with cross-functional teams to develop and execute Advisory Boards.
• Engage externally and maintain a highly visible role in the medical/scientific community.
• Collaborate closely with the commercial organization to align medical perspective with commercial strategies and tactics.
• Define and attend relevant medical and scientific conferences.
• Support strategy and oversight for the development of a supportive US Investigator Initiated Study and Collaborative Research program.
• Ensure compliance with corporate and healthcare regulations in all activities.
• Travel (domestic and some international) to attend scientific congresses and meet key stakeholders - up to 30% travel.

Key Core Competencies

• Dynamic leadership skills.
• Strategic thinking and critical analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with experience in conflict management.
• Ability to analyze complex issues critically.
• One-Team attitude with cross-functional collaboration capability.
• Proven track record of detailed, medically accurate writing.

Education and Experience

• Advanced degree in medical science (MD or PhD); MD with relevant specialization preferred.
• 8+ years of relevant Medical Affairs work experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience leading in a matrix team environment is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary range for this role is $274,800 to $343,500, along with a total rewards package including merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, 401(k) plan eligibility, and comprehensive insurance coverage.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

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