Marketing Director - Liver Disease (HCV) - Japan

Getting Hired; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Marketing Director for its Liver Franchise. The role involves leading marketing strategy and executing integrated plans for liver products in Japan. Ideal candidates have over 10 years in pharmaceutical marketing, are bilingual in Japanese and English, and possess strong leadership skills. This position offers a meaningful impact in liver disease treatment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical marketing, preferably in liver or GI diseases.
• Fluent in Japanese and English (TOEIC 900+ or equivalent).
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute marketing strategies for liver products.
• Lead cross-functional teams and co-commercialization efforts.
• Manage marketing budget and OPEX.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related field

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Overview

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

Job Description

Gilead Sciences is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. Our heritage of science and innovation and the curiosity and passion of everyone who works here has enabled us to provide medicines that help transform standards of care for more than 30 years. Gilead’s therapeutic areas of focus include liver diseases, infectious diseases, inflammatory diseases and oncology.

Gilead Sciences Japan is seeking a visionary and strategic leader to join our Liver Business Unit as the Marketing Director, Liver Franchise. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead the marketing strategy and execution for our liver portfolio—including HBV, HCV, and potential new product launches.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated marketing strategies for liver products, including new launches and lifecycle management.
• Translate global commercial strategies into localized action plans tailored to the Japanese market.
• Serve as a strategic partner to senior leadership, contributing to long-term business planning.
• Lead cross-functional teams including Medical Affairs, Value & Access, Commercial Operations, Clinical Development, and Government/Public Affairs.
• Drive co-commercialization initiatives and joint promotional efforts with external partners.
• Build and lead a high-performing marketing team, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation and accountability.
• Recruit, coach, and develop talent to meet evolving business needs.
• Cultivate relationships with liver disease specialists, key opinion leaders, and medical societies (e.g., JSH, JDDW).
• Leverage Gilead’s nationwide liver network to maximize promotional impact.
• Engage and influence at senior cross functional levels within and above country.
• Conduct strategic marketing activities including market and competitive research and product positioning.
• Identify actionable insights based on market research and ensure that the product/brand addresses unmet need areas.
• Collaborate with Sales Team to ensure effective marketing plan roll-out/implementation.
• Plan and prepare effective product/message sales training with training team.
• Lead, conceive, develop and implement omnichannel/digital marketing plans.
• Manage partnerships with agencies to ensure flawless execution.
• Create and execute KOL strategy and engagement plans.
• Manage marketing budget and OPEX.
• Serve as a core member of the Liver Leadership Team and partner closely with BUD as strategic advisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, science, or related field required.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical marketing, with exposure to liver or GI diseases preferred.
• 3+ years of successful people leadership experience
• Deep understanding of Japan’s healthcare environment and promotional code.
• Proven ability to lead strategic initiatives and drive execution across functions.
• Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in Japanese and English (TOEIC 900+ or equivalent).

Requirements

• Strong experience in developing differentiated brand positioning and messaging, and leading marketing tactics.
• Strong analytical skills, demonstrated by the ability to identify and interpret complex issues and provide appropriate recommendations to senior management and across functional areas.
• Experience leading cross functional teams and driving change initiatives.
• Experience working with multiple external key stakeholders including Medical Societies
• Strong resilience, abstract thinking, and problem-solving ability.

Gilead Core Values

• Integrity – Doing What’s Right
• Inclusion – Encouraging Diversity
• Teamwork – Working Together
• Accountability – Taking Personal Responsibility
• Excellence – Being Your Best

Why Join Us

At Gilead, we are committed to advancing innovative therapies that improve lives. You’ll be part of a passionate team working at the forefront of liver disease treatment, with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients and the healthcare community in Japan.

For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors: Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.