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Global Commercial Head, IO GU & Women’s Cancers

IO & GI Cancers Franchise
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hybrid senior full-time $267,913 - $401,870 USD Gaithersburg, Maryland

First indexed 18 Jun 2026

Description

We are seeking a Global Commercial Head, IO GU & Women's Cancers to join our Global Oncology Franchise Team.

In this pivotal role, you will play a critical role in shaping and delivering the global commercial strategy across GU and women's cancer indications.

Responsibilities:

  • Accountable for the global commercial strategy and performance across GU and women's cancer indications
  • Develop, shape and deliver end-to-end lifecycle strategies, from early development through launch and beyond
  • Partner with markets to ensure successful global launches and sustained in-market performance
  • Build and enhance global and local commercial capabilities to enable best-in-class execution
  • Lead market shaping strategies, including external engagement, partnerships and patient-focused initiatives
  • Represent commercial perspectives in Global Product Teams, senior leadership forums and governance committees
  • Lead and evolve the Integrated Business Team (IBT) to ensure cross-functional alignment and delivery
  • Collaborate across functions to deliver sustainable pricing, access and value strategies
  • Drive innovation, simplification and new ways of working to maximize impact and speed of execution
  • Lead, coach and develop a high-performing global commercial team

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (business or life sciences)
  • Significant experience in pharmaceutical development and commercialization, including oncology
  • Proven track record of leading global commercial strategy and delivering business results
  • Experience in global launch planning, lifecycle management and market access strategy
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with R&D and cross-functional teams
  • Strong capability to lead in complex, matrixed environments and influence without authority
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity and drive decision-making
  • Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Proven experience leading and developing teams

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree (MBA, PhD, MD or equivalent)
  • Experience across both global and in-market roles
  • Customer-facing or commercial field experience
  • Leadership experience in oncology or specialty care
  • Deep understanding of global healthcare systems, access and policy landscapes

Benefits:

  • Annual base pay ranging from $267,913 - $401,870 USD
  • Eligibility for short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards and commissions
  • Qualified retirement programs, paid time off, health, dental and vision coverage
This listing is enriched and indexed by YubHub. To apply, use the employer's original posting: https://astrazeneca.eightfold.ai/careers/job/563877690677000