Director, Insights & Analytics Launch Lead - Multiple Myeloma

Director, Insights & Analytics Launch Lead – Multiple Myeloma

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Job Description

This role will lead the launch of Kite Pharma's multiple myeloma (MM) therapy in the U.S., coordinating cross-functional insights and analytics activities across commercial units and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee US strategic MM planning and execution for CIAO (Commercial Insights, Analytics and Operations), closely liaising with US commercial stakeholders.

Lead day-to-day alliance management for the US launch, serving as the primary contact for external partners on insights and analytics.

Act as MM GACO Pod Lead, coordinating cross-functional GACO launch activities, including strategy and operations.

Oversee internal and partnership alliance forecast process, partnering with Global Insights & Analytics for the long-range plan as needed.

Collaborate with US Integrated Insights, Advanced Analytics, Market Access, Sales, Learning & Development, Customer Engagement Technology, and Data Strategy teams to ensure alignment and integration of MM insights and analytics.

Provide leadership in cross-functional forums and represent MM interests in portfolio-level discussions.

Leverage primary and secondary research insights and team inputs to design and build accurate, actionable, evidence-based forecasting models.

Produce analogues, formulate assumptions, and define opportunities and risks associated with the forecast.

Develop and maintain a dashboard for tracking performance of each product and identify variations versus target, gathering relevant data to evaluate next steps.

Define analytic priorities with the commercial organization and execute secondary analytics projects, integrating findings with primary market research and competitive intelligence into actionable insights.

Partner closely with FP&A, supply chain, and other corporate functions to design and execute an effective Kite S&OP process and quarterly revenue reconciliation.

Drive analytics for planned and ad hoc strategic projects, including scenario analysis to support key business decisions.

Basic Qualifications

12+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's Degree.

10+ years of relevant experience with a Master's Degree.

8+ years of relevant experience with a Ph.D.

Preferred Qualifications

Six or more years of experience in forecasting, marketing sciences, market research, strategic consulting, or related analytical roles within the biotech / pharma industry.

Experience in oncology / hematology highly preferred.

Track record of delivering actionable insights through forecasting and marketing analytics projects and strategic problem-solving skills.

Exceptional ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment.

Strong verbal and written communication skills and proven cross-functional collaboration.

Ability to build and maintain strong teams and partner relationships while driving results.

Willingness and ability to work hands-on with a sense of urgency.

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and forecasting software (e.g., Crystal Ball, Forecast Pro).

Expertise in U.S. forecasting and KPIs for launch execution.

Experience operating in an alliance or alliance management setting.

Salary Range

Other U.S. Locations : $205,615 – $266,090. Bay Area : $226,185 – $292,710.

Base compensation varies by experience, qualifications, and location. Position may also be eligible for discretionary annual bonus, stock-based incentives, paid time off, and a benefits package.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kite Pharma is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive environment. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics. For accommodations, contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com.

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