Director, Strategic Planning & Effectiveness Oncology Portfolio

Director, Strategic Planning & Effectiveness Oncology Portfolio

Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd., is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, cell & gene therapies and CNS. With several marketed products and a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage investigational assets, we aim to accelerate discovery, research, and development to bring novel therapies to patients sooner.

We are seeking a strategic, collaborative, and execution-focused leader to join us as Director, Strategic Planning & Effectiveness Oncology Portfolio. This role is a critical driver of strategic alignment, operational discipline, and business productivity across SMPA's oncology franchise, including Orgovyx and emerging assets. Reporting to the VP, Marketing Oncology, the Director will lead strategic planning processes, streamline execution across functions, and ensure cross-functional alignment on key business initiatives. The successful candidate will partner closely with Brand, Sales, Commercial Excellence, Market Access, Medical Affairs, and other teams to translate strategy into action, foster commercial innovation, and accelerate portfolio performance. This position is ideal for a leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy and execution connecting high-level business objectives to efficient, effective, and impactful delivery.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning & Portfolio Alignment

Lead the annual and long-range strategic planning processes for the oncology portfolio, ensuring clear priorities, measurable goals, and integration with SMPA's corporate strategy.

Identify and implement opportunities to simplify and improve key business processes (e.g., brand planning, tactical execution, performance tracking, launch readiness).

Serve as the connective tissue across oncology functions, ensuring coordinated execution of strategic initiatives.

Synthesize business performance data, market insights, and competitive intelligence into actionable recommendations for senior leadership.

Serve as a trusted advisor to the VP, Marketing Oncology and other senior leaders, ensuring strategic clarity and organizational alignment.

Key Core Competencies

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred. Minimum 812 years (with Master's) or 1015 years (without Master's) of relevant experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry. Minimum 8 years of experience in commercial operations, brand planning, marketing strategy, or field support required. Proven track record of leading cross-functional initiatives and supporting high-performing commercial teams. Oncology or specialty pharma experience is a plus. Willingness to travel (20%).

The base salary range for this role is $216,000 to $270,000. Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state. Our robust time-off policy includes flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December, 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter. Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including candidate experience, skills, education and other factors permitted by law.

Disclaimer : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Confidential Data : All information (written, verbal, electronic, etc.) that an employee encounters is considered confidential.

Compliance : Achieve and maintain Compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal and operational rules and procedures, by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) and affiliates are carried out with the "best" industry practices and the highest ethical standards.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Mental / Physical Requirements : Fast paced environment handling multiple demands. Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Requires ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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At Sumitomo Pharma America, our work is guided by the Sumitomo Pharma mission, vision and values, which tie closely to our company's cultural pillars.

Our Mission

To broadly contribute to society through value creation based on innovative research and development activities for the betterment of healthcare and fuller lives of people worldwide.

Our Vision

For longer and healthier lives, we unlock the future with cutting edge technology and ideas.