Commercial Director, Specialty Brands

Pfizer

. Drive commercial strategy for promoted specialty brands within the PAVE portfolio .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeNew York City • Illinois • United StatesLead💰 $176,600 - $294,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in pharmaceutical commercial strategy development, brand management, and stakeholder engagement, with a strong focus on cross-functional collaboration and project management. Proficient in market analysis, forecasting, and utilizing AI tools to enhance operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Pharmaceutical Commercial Strategy DevelopmentUS Brand Management ExperienceCross-Functional Team LeadershipMarket Analysis and ForecastingStakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Analytical SkillsProject ManagementMarket AnalysisForecastingRegulatory Requirements FamiliarityPromotional Material ReviewPatient-Centric ApproachesProblem-SolvingCommercial Opportunity IdentificationContent Development

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCollaborative MindsetHigh Emotional IntelligenceResilienceAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

GCMAAI Tools

Industry Keywords

Specialty BrandsPAVE PortfolioSomavertEucrisaRare DiseaseSpecialty CarePatient ServicesAccess and Affordability PlatformsSpecialty Pharmacy ProgramsMarket Dynamics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive commercial strategy for promoted specialty brands within the PAVE portfolio
Act as brand steward and connector across functions, aligning teams, clarifying decisions, and removing roadblocks
Lead and evolve the first-in-industry partnership approach for specialty brands
Establish and strengthen operational partnership efforts for Somavert and Eucrisa
Manage day-to-day engagement with the third-party partner supporting Somavert and Eucrisa
Guide externalized content development end-to-end, including MLR, for HCP and patient materials and adherence programs
Liaise with medical, patient support, market access, digital, and other cross-functional teams
Partner with legacy business units to enable seamless customer experiences
Identify and quantify commercial opportunities and convert insights into prioritized plans and coordinated execution
Partner with supply colleagues to align demand forecasts with product availability
Monitor market dynamics, competitor activity, and customer feedback
Solve complex problems and recommend strategies shaping brand decisions
Share learnings across the PAVE community and drive simplification and efficiency
Provide visible, trusted leadership for the Somavert and Eucrisa business
Contribute work and evaluations integral to business success

Requirements

What you’ll need

A BA/BS with at least 8 years of experience, an MBA/MS with at least 7 years of experience, a PhD/JD with at least 5 years of experience, or an MD/DVM with at least 4 years of experience is required
US brand management and marketing experience
Proven track record in pharmaceutical commercial strategy development
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets
Experience in leading cross-functional teams
Excellent project management capabilities
Proficiency in market analysis and forecasting
Familiarity with regulatory requirements in the pharmaceutical industry
Expertise in stakeholder engagement and relationship management
Proficiency in using GCMA for review and approval of promotional materials
Comfort and openness to using AI tools
Prior experience with Somavert, Eucrisa, or other rare disease / specialty care brands
Familiarity with specialty pharmacy programs and/or specialty pharmacy retailers
Working experience in partnering on patient services, access and affordability platforms
Strong leadership skills with a focus on stakeholder engagement
Ability to adapt to rapidly changing environments
Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Understanding of patient-centric approaches in healthcare
Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence and negotiate
High emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
Resilience and adaptability in challenging situations
Breadth of diverse leadership experiences, including influencing and collaborating with peers, developing and coaching others, and overseeing and guiding colleagues' work

Benefits

Comp & perks

Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 20.0% of base salary
Share based long term incentive program
401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid vacation, holiday and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility