Director, Global Marketing Alliance Portfolio Lead

MSD

. Support the alliance business operations framework, including planning cycles, operating cadence, milestones, deliverables, execution tracking, and ongoing operational governance .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $190,800 - $300,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in alliance business operations, including governance, decision-making, and stakeholder management within the pharmaceutical industry. Proven ability to translate strategic priorities into operational plans while fostering collaboration and alignment across complex environments.

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Pharmaceutical Business ExperienceCross-Functional Initiative LeadershipGovernance And Decision-ManagementRelationship ManagementOncology Experience

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Hard Skills

Operational PlanningPortfolio ManagementLifecycle ManagementStrategic PlanningAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

CommunicationNegotiationProblem-SolvingInfluencing OutcomesOrganizational Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

BA/BS DegreeMBA Or Master's Degree

Industry Keywords

HealthcareBiotechnologyAlliance ManagementStakeholder ManagementCommercial Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the alliance business operations framework, including planning cycles, operating cadence, milestones, deliverables, execution tracking, and ongoing operational governance
Lead preparation and execution support for governance committees and decision-making forums
Develop agendas, assess decision readiness, manage issues, track escalations, and follow through on agreed actions
Ensure alliance activities comply with contractual obligations, governance structures, decision rights, operating procedures, and compliance requirements
Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to facilitate alignment, transparency, and informed decision-making
Lead coordination of alliance-related portfolio lifecycle management activities
Facilitate integration of portfolio processes into alliance ways of working
Drive alignment of marketing operations approaches, processes, tools, and technologies across alliance environments
Integrate partnered promotional assets and portfolio content into broader portfolio planning and execution processes
Identify, surface, and help resolve cross-company alignment issues involving priorities, timelines, resources, assumptions, dependencies, and execution risks
Build trusted relationships with senior leadership, cross-functional partners, regional and market stakeholders, external alliance partners, and governance committee representatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum BA/BS degree
Minimum of seven (7) years Pharmaceutical Business experience
Experience leading cross-functional initiatives within complex healthcare, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or comparable environments
Demonstrated success influencing outcomes across organizations without direct authority
Experience working with senior stakeholders and executive governance bodies
Strong relationship management, communication, and negotiation capabilities
Experience translating strategic priorities into operational plans and measurable outcomes
Demonstrated ability to lead through ambiguity and organizational complexity
Alliance, partnership, or complex stakeholder-management experience
Strong governance and decision-management capabilities
Organizational leadership in matrix and shared-authority environments
Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving abilities
Minimum of (2) years of Oncology experience preferred
Advanced degree (MBA or Master's degree) preferred
Alliance or strategic partnership experience preferred
Global or regional business experience preferred
Experience supporting governance committees and cross-company operating models preferred
Familiarity with lifecycle management processes, portfolio planning, or commercial operations preferred
Understanding of forecasting, business performance management, and strategic planning processes preferred
No visa sponsorship
25% travel required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
Long-term incentive, if applicable
Medical, dental, and vision healthcare
Other insurance benefits for employee and family
Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
Paid holidays
Vacation
Compassionate days
Sick days
Hybrid work arrangement