【Alexion Japan】Associate Director, ATTR Marketing

This is what you will do:
Associate Director, ATTR Marketing will lead the next phase of commercialization for ALXN2060 (acoramidis) in transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM). With the product now post-launch, the focus of the role is to accelerate patient identification, strengthen customer adoption, expand market share, and drive sustained business growth. This individual will refine and execute go-to-market strategies in partnership with Sales, Medical Affairs, Commercial Excellence, and other key stakeholders to maximize the brand's performance in a rapidly evolving market.
You will be responsible for:
Strategy Development – Work cross-functionally to develop ATTR disease area and ALXN 2060 asset strategies. Champion the brand and rally the organization behind launch strategy.
Launch Planning & Execution – Lead the development of detailed commercial launch tactics. Ensure flawless launch execution across Sales and Marketing to achieve revenue targets.
Brand Management – Manage all aspects of branded communication including positioning, messaging, and channel mix. Define HCP segments and target prioritization. Lead marketing programs from design to execution.
Customer Engagement – Engage key customers for insights, speaking engagements, and other commercial initiatives in collaboration with Thought Leader Liaison teams.
Performance Analytics – Define relevant leading and lagging performance indicators. Evaluate ongoing performance and brand health. Understand market and customer dynamics behind the performance to guide the brand.

You will need to have:
≥5 years of biopharmaceutical marketing experience in Japan
Prior launch experience in rare disease and/or specialty care
Deep understanding of marketing discipline from strategic and operational perspectives
Experience in sales and/or other direct customer-facing roles
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with and mobilize the field sales organization to achieve brand objectives
Ability to translate patient needs and scientific data into commercial strategy
Ability to guide market research projects to enable commercial decisions
Ability to collaborate broadly and cross-functionally
Intellectual curiosity and growth mindset
Comfort with change and ambiguity
Strong engagement, communication, and relational skills
Passion for making a positive contribution to the rare disease community
Fluency in Japanese, proficiency in English
Bachelor’s degree in science or other relevant areas

We would prefer for you to have:
Experience working in alliance partnership(s)
Prior experience and customer relationships in Cardiology
Fluency in English
Advanced degree in business and/or science (e.g. MBA, MS)
 

Date Posted
04-11月-2026
Closing Date
30-12月-2026

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