Chief Commercial Officer

Overview

Who we are…

Dendreonis a biopharmaceutical company tackling some of the greatest unmet needs in oncology by developing differentiated and novel therapeutic candidates. Our vision is to significantly change the practice of oncology by developing medicines that provide truly meaningful improvements in quality of life and survival for people with cancer.

Dendreonis seeking a Chief Commercial Officer/Head of Commercial to lead commercialization strategy and operations and to build critical capabilities for our first‑in‑class oncology therapies. This leader will have broad responsibility for all aspects of commercialization strategy and operations including, but not limited to, Sales, Marketing, Market Access, and all Field Integrated Capabilities to enable Dendreon Oncology product success. This person will design and build a fit‑for‑purpose capability set and lead critical activities necessary to optimize commercial success.

This person will also play a key role in designing and leading enterprise transformation as the company continues to focus on our patient‑focused commercial enterprise. This person will sit on the executive team and report to the Vice Chairman.

• Competitive Base Salary and Bonus
• Comprehensive Vacation and Sick Days Annually
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401K with Company Matching

You will be responsible for…

• Partner with the Vice Chairman and leadership team in all aspects of commercial and business strategy, operations, planning, and performance management.
• Lead development of a comprehensive, cross‑functionally integrated, insight‑driven commercialization strategy for Dendreon’s oncology products and services.
• Lead development and deployment of a comprehensive stage‑gated operating plan and oversee all market and company readiness activities leading up to and through the commercial enterprise.
• Build a fit‑for‑purpose Commercial capability set that meets Dendreon’s strategic and functional requirements.
• Design and deploy integrated company, disease, and product communication plans in partnership with Medical Affairs and other relevant functions to elevate Dendreon’s profile and establish conditions for commercial product success.
• Lead, design, and enable decision making for strategic market models which may include establishment of strategic partnerships in certain geographies.
• Represent the company, build company credibility, and advance critical relationships with key external stakeholders such as KOLs, Patient Advocacy Organizations, Payers, and investors.
• Provide commercial input to drug discovery, pipeline strategy, and program prioritization.

Behavioral skills to be successful...

• Problem‑Solver - As an action‑oriented self‑starter, you’re eager to apply your expertise in diagnosing inefficiencies, determining root causes, and recommending solutions to complex challenges.
• Personable - You establish and nurture highly effective relationships with colleagues and key stakeholders that support and advance project goals and objectives.
• Credible - Thorough understanding of clinical methodologies and providing sound analytical support, you quickly establish credibility as a reliable resource.
• Emotional intelligence
  , curiosity, and a knack to figure out a way to build something better.
• Communication - Effectively listens, conveys, and receives ideas. Maintains a consistent flow of information. A strong presenter and effective communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Accountability - Acts with a clear sense of ownership - whether the task is in their role description. Holds yourself and others accountable to execute all tasks at hand through seen and unforeseen circumstances with high quality and integrity.
• Adaptability - Can manage in an environment of ambiguity. Embraces the change of a new system, process, technology, or idea in the organization. You could reassess priorities, alter goals and take risks.

• BS/BA degree required, advanced business degree preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in biotech and/or pharmaceutical industry with 10+ years…