Vice President, Commercial Strategy, New Product Planning

Verastem Oncology

. Develop and execute overarching commercial product strategies for each pipeline program .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • United StatesLead💰 $260,000 - $330,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing commercial product strategies, leading cross-functional teams, and conducting market research within the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors. Proven ability to translate scientific insights into actionable commercial goals while navigating the complexities of the US payer landscape.

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Commercial Strategy DevelopmentMarket Research ExpertiseOncology ExperienceCross-Functional Team LeadershipUS Payer Environment Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Product DevelopmentMarket ForecastingCompetitive Landscape AnalysisLife-Cycle ManagementTreatment Paradigm MappingTarget Product Profile EvolutionRisk AssessmentAdvisory Board LeadershipDifferentiation StrategyPatient Journey Analysis

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunication SkillsRelationship BuildingTeam MotivationInfluencing Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

PhDMDMBA

Industry Keywords

BiotechnologyPharmaceuticalsCommercial StrategyNew Product PlanningOncologyMarket AccessPatient SupportData AnalyticsCorporate AffairsScientific Insights

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute overarching commercial product strategies for each pipeline program
Lead commercial strategy initiatives, including near-term product development plans, indication prioritization analyses, treatment paradigm mapping, target product profile evolution, and life-cycle management strategies
Lead primary and secondary market research, advisory boards, differentiation strategies, and positioning/messaging development
Develop product forecasts, baseline assumptions, emerging market scenarios, and key risk assessments
Establish relationships with key opinion leaders and academic/community centers
Lead advisory boards to gather insights and inform strategies
Analyze the competitive landscape, US payer landscape, and patient journeys to produce actionable insights
Support R&D teams through commercial opportunity assessments for new program initiatives
Lead an integrated cross-functional team spanning Marketing, Sales, Medical, Market Access, Data Analytics, Corporate Affairs, Patient Support, Operations, and other functions
Partner with cross-functional and R&D teams to inform development strategies
Work with executive leadership to communicate the pipeline vision
Translate scientific and clinical insights into patient-centric commercial goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a science related field required
At least 15 years of relevant experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical companies
Minimum of 12 years direct experience leading Marketing, Commercial Strategy and/or New Product Planning functions
PhD, MD, MBA or other advanced degree in scientific field preferred
Substantial experience working in early and late-stage product development
Experience conducting market research
Knowledge of US payer environment and dynamics
Insights into product launches
Experience in oncology required
Ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Ability to work as a solo team member and build, inspire, motivate, and influence diverse teams that are not direct reports
Proven ability to function effectively across a matrix organization with multiple stakeholders and constituents
Highly collaborative with outstanding relationship, presentation and communication skills