Associate Patient & Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Marketing Director

Exelixis; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 178,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Discretionary annual bonus

Stock purchase plan

Vacation days and holidays

Sick days

Job summary

Exelixis seeks an Associate Patient & Advanced Practice Provider Marketing Director to lead strategic marketing for Patient, APP, and nurse audiences across the TKIs. You will partner with cross-functional teams—KCS, Market Planning, Market Access, Sales, Sales Training, and Corporate Communications—and work with GU/GI teams to align brand strategies.

You will drive program development, ensure on-time execution, and navigate FDA/Regulatory reviews, with frequent collaboration and strong

Qualifications

• Experience in Pharmaceutical marketing.
• Patient marketing, advocacy relations, public relations, digital marketing, and sales experience a plus.
• Oncology experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead patient, advanced practice provider, and nurse marketing initiatives.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including KCS, Market Planning, Market Access, Sales, Sales Training, and Corporate Communications.
• Coordinate with GU and GI marketing teams to align strategies.
• Liaise with Public Relations for input to patient organizations.
• Manage project timelines and ensure timely program execution.
• Lead projects through the RAMP review process.

Skills

Strategic planning

Project management

Agency management

Cross-functional collaboration

FDA regulations knowledge

Executive communication

Education

BS/BA degree in related discipline

Master's degree in related discipline

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE

The Associate Patient & Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Marketing Director will be responsible for the development and execution of the strategic and tactical activities associated with Patient, Advanced Practice Providers, and Nurse audiences across the TKI franchise while ensuring alignment with the overall brand and indication-specific strategies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead patient, advanced practice provider, and nurse marketing initiatives.
• Drive coordination & alignment by engaging Exelixis cross-functional partners including Key Customer Strategy, Market Planning, Market Access, Sales, Sales Training, and Corporate Communications.
• Assumes a high level of coordination with GU and GI marketing teams.
• Liaise with Exelixis Public Relations to provide input and support to patient organizations as appropriate.
• Manage project timelines and ensure timely execution of programs and tactics.
• Lead projects to gain approval through the Review of Advertising, Marketing, and Promotion (RAMP) review process.
• Oversee production and distribution of materials and implementation of programs.
• Work closely with Sales Training to develop and deliver any necessary training needed to support Patient, APP, and nurse strategies and resource rollout.
• Manage APP and patient agencies, budget forecast, and spend to ensure resources are used appropriately and according to plan.
• Manage the execution of the APP/Nurse conference and product theater plan
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• No supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education

• BS/BA degree in a related discipline and at least 11 years of related experience; or
• Master's degree in related discipline and 9 years of related experience; or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

• Experience in Pharmaceutical marketing.
• Patient marketing, advocacy relations, public relations, digital marketing, and sales experiences are a plus.
• Oncology experience is strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required:

• Ability to develop sound strategic and tactical concepts and clearly articulate these to brand and cross-functional team members.
• Strong project management and agency management skills.
• Ability to form collaborative working relationships.
• Understanding of FDA Regulations of pharmaceutical drug promotions and experience with Legal, Medical and Regulatory review processes.
• Effective presentation and written communication skills.

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Travel Requirements

• 40% This position requires up to 40% of travel time.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across severalU.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The base pay range for this positionis $177,500 - $251,500 annually. The base pay range may take into account the candidate's geographic region, which will adjust the pay depending on the specific work location. The base pay offered will take into account the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors.In addition to the base salary, as part of our Total Rewards program, Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.

If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the recruiting process, please email us at: [e-mail].

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Our office is a modern space that fosters collaboration and creativity. Teams work closely together, sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace.

DISCLAIMER:

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.