CDx Commercialization Lead (m/w/d)

Boehringer Ingelheim Pharma GmbH & Co. KG; Ingelheim am Rhein; On-site; EUR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking a seasoned Companion Diagnostics (CDx) Commercialization Lead to orchestrate our global CDx strategy within Oncology.

In this role you will lead go-to-market efforts for CDx assets, drive global partnerships, and collaborate with R&D, Market Access, and Alliance Management to ensure successful launches and market adoption across major regions. A track record in oncology diagnostics and strategic leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• University degree in a relevant scientific or business field.
• Over a decade of life sciences experience with diagnostics in global roles.
• Proven commercialization strategy experience in oncology diagnostics.
• Ability to influence diagnostic stakeholders in US and ex-US regions.
• Strong program management and leadership with cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead go-to-market strategies for companion diagnostics to ensure successful launches.
• Assess potential CDx partnerships with translation medicine, regulatory, and alliance management.
• Align CDx strategy with broader Boehringer Ingelheim portfolio and goals.
• Collaborate with internal teams and diagnostic partners on CDx commercialization frameworks.
• Forge strategic partnerships with external stakeholders (AMP, CAP) to boost CDx adoption.
• Navigate market access, lab economics, and reimbursement processes across regions.
• Oversee global commercial agreements with diagnostic partners and manage cross-functional teams.
• Develop training programs on CDx for Value Team and OPUs.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

Commercialization strategy

Market access

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

University degree in life sciences or business

Job description

OUR COMPANY

At Boehringer Ingelheim we develop breakthrough therapies and innovative healthcare solutions in areas of unmet medical need for both humans and animals. As a family owned company, we focus on long‑term performance. We believe that, if we have talented and ambitious people who are passionate about innovation, there is no limit to what we can achieve; after all, we started with just 28 people. Now, we are powered by 50,000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture.

The Position

Join Our Pioneering Journey in Oncology: Lead the Future of Companion Diagnostics.

At Boehringer Ingelheim, we are at the forefront of integrating innovative therapies with precision diagnostics to redefine the landscape of cancer treatment. As we expand our horizons, an exceptional opportunity has arisen for a visionary Companion Diagnostics (CDx) Commercialization Lead to orchestrate our global CDx strategy within the dynamic sphere of Oncology.

In this pivotal role, you will be the architect of our commercialization endeavors, steering the successful worldwide introduction and market assimilation of groundbreaking oncology assets paired with CDx. Your strategic acumen will foster robust partnerships and propel the advancement of our pipeline, amplifying our impact across the global stage.

If you are a seasoned Director or Senior Marketer with a passion for transforming patient care and a track record of commercial excellence, we invite you to be the catalyst in our mission to deliver tailored therapies that will revolutionize the cancer care paradigm.

Embark on this transformative journey with us, where your leadership will not only shape the trajectory of our Oncology portfolio but also touch the lives of patients around the globe.

Tasks & responsibilities

• Leading the development and meticulous execution of cutting‑edge go‑to‑market strategies for companion diagnostics (CDx) will be your responsibility, ensuring our oncology assets achieve successful launches and widespread market adoption.
• Assessing potential CDx partnerships in close collaboration with translation medicine, regulatory and alliance management representatives to ensure selected partners meet commercial requirements with regard to commercial footprint and launch experience.
• Ensuring alignment between the CDx commercialization strategy and Boehringer Ingelheim's broader corporate portfolio strategy and long‑term goals will be a critical part of your role, fostering a unified approach to achieving market leadership.
• Collaborating closely with internal teams and diagnostic partners, you will prioritize and implement CDx commercialization frameworks to ensure the commercial success of our diagnostics during their global launches.
• Spearheading strategic partnerships with essential external stakeholders, such as the American Molecular Pathology (AMP), the College of American Pathology (CAP), and diagnostic stakeholders beyond the US, will be key to boosting CDx adoption in pivotal markets.
• Analyzing barriers to the adoption of diagnostics in key global markets, you will leverage customer and competitor insights to refine our CDx commercialization strategies, addressing challenges to test adoption and pinpointing drivers for market success.
• Navigating the complex landscape of market access for CDx, you will tackle lab economics, develop reimbursement strategies, and streamline coding and test requisition processes to enhance test adoption across diverse regions.
• Working in synergy with cross‑functional teams—including R&D, Marketing, Market Access, Medicine, Alliance Management (for managing external diagnostics partners), and OPU teams—you will lead the charge in driving successful commercial activities for CDx assets across major regions such as the US, Japan, EU, China, and the rest of the world (ROW).
• Overseeing global commercial agreements with diagnostic partners will fall under your purview, as you manage cross‑functional teams to ensure strategic alignment and the successful execution of commercialization plans. This effort will be in close collaboration with Alliance Management, reinforcing the importance of cohesive action and shared goals.
• Equipping corporate teams with essential CDx expertise, you will design and deliver comprehensive training programs tailored for the Value Team and Operational Units (OPUs). This initiative will empower our teams with the knowledge and skills necessary to drive the adoption and success of CDx in various markets.

Requirements

• University degree in a relevant scientific or business field (e.g., oncology, life sciences, business management).
• Over a decade of experience within the life sciences industry, with mandatory experience in diagnostics and roles of global capacity.
• Proven experience in commercialization strategy and fundamental knowledge of commercial companion diagnostics in oncology, particularly within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries.
• Ability to navigate and influence commercially relevant diagnostic stakeholders in key regions (US and Ex‑US), demonstrating a strong understanding of stakeholder dynamics.
• Expertise in overcoming logistical and operational challenges related to testing, including sample journey, test timing, and access issues across different countries.
• Capability to grasp asset strategy, market access strategy, and the overall market situation, translating clinical utility data into actionable market insights for CDx adoption.
• Skilled in engaging with key diagnostic symposia and publication platforms to foster the adoption of CDx in targeted markets.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functions internally (e.g., marketing, regulatory, R&D) and manage external partnerships to achieve regional success.
• Proficiency in managing CDx partnerships, encompassing alliance management and global contract negotiations.
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of conveying strategic and clear messages to a broad range of stakeholders: Board, Partners, Investors, Internally, KOLs, and the Public.
• Leadership qualities characterized by a results‑driven, high‑performing, and highly collaborative style; adept at influencing and building consensus across all organizational levels.
• Strong program management skills, showing high self‑motivation, agility in multitasking, time management, handling uncertainty, and working under pressure with limited oversight. Ability to balance big‑picture thinking with attention to detail.

As part of our commitment to transparency and fairness, salary information will be shared during the recruitment process.

• We also offer a comprehensive benefits and wellbeing package.

Applications from persons with severe disabilities are warmly welcomed. In cases of equal qualifications, such applicants will be given preferential consideration in the selection process.

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.

Want to learn more?

Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com

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Recruitment process:

Step 1: Online application - The job posting is online until November 16, 2026.

Step 2: Virtual meeting in the period from mid of November till beginning of December.

Step 3: On-site interviews beginning mid of December.