Director, Portfolio Strategy

Summit Therapeutics, Inc.

. Lead and drive new indication strategy and planning across oncology indications .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $190,000 - $237,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in oncology market strategy, competitive intelligence, and quantitative analysis, with a strong focus on solid tumor indications. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and develop actionable insights for business development and market planning.

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Oncology Market StrategyQuantitative AnalysisCompetitive IntelligenceMarket Research ExecutionForecast Modeling

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Hard Skills

Qualitative ResearchQuantitative ResearchNPV ModelingPatient-Based Forecast ModelingMarket PlanningTherapeutic Area KnowledgeData AnalysisScenario PlanningImpact AssessmentTPP Development

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsLeadershipCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

PowerPointExcelData Analysis Tools

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryBiotech IndustrySolid Tumor OncologyMarket AccessCompetitive WorkshopsBusiness DevelopmentMarket TrendsOncology IndicationsColorectal CancerLung Cancer

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and drive new indication strategy and planning across oncology indications
Work cross-functionally with Clinical, Regulatory, Commercial, R&D, Medical, Business Development, and Program teams
Develop and refine frameworks and processes for new indication and overall portfolio strategy
Provide thought leadership and support strategic and investment decisions
Deliver market and competitive intelligence through research, scenario planning, and impact assessments
Develop disease-area strategy for new solid tumor indications
Provide strategic direction for business development and external collaboration opportunities
Analyze competitors, products, and market trends and translate findings into launch and pipeline strategy
Lead comprehensive qualitative, quantitative, and competitive market research plans
Select vendors, design studies, interpret results, and ensure timely, high-quality deliverables
Develop NPV, forecasting, and revenue models for new indications up to 18 months before launch
Lead TPP development and alignment with cross-functional teams
Interpret epidemiology, market, and customer data using analytical methodologies and tools
Integrate market research and competitive intelligence into brand plans, market access, and situation analysis
Maintain oncology market knowledge and a central organizational knowledge repository
Provide ad hoc analytical support to executive stakeholders
Build and manage external partnerships with research vendors and data providers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Biotech or related field
Advanced degree (MS, PhD) preferred
12+ years of pharmaceutical/biotech industry experience required
Experience with qualitative and quantitative research in oncology/pharma markets, especially NSCLC, CRC, and other solid tumors
Strong understanding of solid tumor oncology, portfolio strategy, market planning, competitive intelligence, forecasting, and therapeutic areas such as lung and colorectal cancer
Ability to identify and collect market, customer, and competitor data; perform quantitative and qualitative analysis; and translate findings into actionable insights and recommendations
Experience leading, managing, and executing end-to-end market research
Experience with advanced spreadsheets, patient-based forecast modeling, dynamic patient models, and NPV modeling
Experience facilitating competitive workshops and TPP development
Experience with market research and organizing findings into databases
Strong communication and presentation skills
Skilled at PowerPoint, Excel, and similar data tools
Ability to travel up to 30% of the time, depending on business needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential bonus
Stock
Benefits
Variable compensation may be included in the total compensation package
Remote work arrangement
Equal opportunity employer