Sr. Director, Commercial Strategy Lead

Alkeus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotech company focused on the development of innovative therapies to treat serious diseases of the eye with high unmet need. Based in Cambridge, Mass., Alkeus was founded in 2010, and since that time has been developing its lead compound, gildeuretinol acetate (ALK-001). Designated as a breakthrough therapy and granted orphan drug status by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, gildeuretinol is being evaluated in multiple clinical trials for the treatment of Stargardt disease and geographic atrophy (GA) secondary to age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of blindness in the U.S.Position SummaryThe Senior Director, Commercial Strategy lead is responsible for understanding the evolving needs of the Stargardt community and shaping the brand strategy, including the execution of comprehensive marketing plans. This role will lead brand planning, product launches, and lifecycle management, working closely with cross-functional teams across commercial, medical, regulatory, and clinical functions.This is a leadership role on the commercial team that will own the go-to-market strategy, lifecycle planning, ensuring seamless collaboration across functions and support market access research ultimately driving meaningful patient impact and delivering strong business results.Primary ResponsibilitiesBrand Strategy & Tactical Execution:Develop integrated brand strategies and lifecycle activities to support differentiation and commercialization goalsDrive disease area strategy, market segmentation, and product positioning based on unmet needs, competitive landscape, and evolving scienceResponsible for creating external (promotional/educational) communication materials for external use with customers (ECPs and Patients)Partner with Corporate Communications to support development of the Corp Communications tactics and messages as neededLead the cross-functional workshops for the development of strategic and tactical plans for gildeuretinolCompetitive Strategy And ResponseAssess emerging trends, market dynamics, and competitive activity to inform commercial decisionsLead competitive scenario planning and collaborate with medical, corp. comms, strategic planning and clinical to develop competitive response strategyTranslate scientific and market insights from ECPs and patients (through market research, ad boards, etc.) into differentiated product strategy and value storiesEvaluate strategic implications of evolving regulatory, pricing, and access landscapes globallyProvide input into forecasting assumptions and evaluate ROI for activitiesCollaborate closely with regulatory, medical affairs, market access and corporate communications to ensure alignment of brand vision and executionProgram Team And Key Workstreams ParticipationLead development/optimization of TPPGenerate and communicate ECP/Patient insights to inform Program strategyBe the commercial voice on program team and inform decisions impacting commercializationParticipate in the evidence generation, pubs planning and LCM strategy sub teams to represent the commercial POVQualificationsEducation and CertificationAdvanced degree (MBA) in marketing/ business, or scientific degree preferredRequires 12+ years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experienceSkills and Key Success Factors:Entrepreneurship spirit with a passion to build, learn and evolve with the teamHighly organized and detail oriented with a passion to deliver quality resultsExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience translating complex concepts for various audiencesDemonstrated record of intellectual curiosity, innovation and creative problem solving with an entrepreneurial spiritAbility to lead fast-paced projects with a keen sense of urgency to get the job done wellEvidence of "hands-on" experience and expertiseProven and successful track record as a team-player and collaborator in small working environmentsHighest levels of professionalism, confidence, personal values and ethical standardsOther Relevant InformationTravel: Able to travel up to 25% of timeCompensationBase Salary Range: $235K - $275K, with the actual contingent upon several factors such as the selected candidate’s education/work experience/training, and other factors (travel requirements, etc.)Discretionary Bonus: up to 25% of Base Salary, contingent upon meeting performance componentsEquity: initial grant of incentive stock optionsBenefits: Eligible to participate in group medical/dental/vision insurance plans; short- and long-term disability plans; life insurance; 401(K) plan; flexible time off policies and others. Eligibility and participation requirements vary by plan.Alkeus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law. We participate in E-Verify and conduct background checks as a part of our employment process.