Rheu/GI Therapeutic Area Lead

Pfizer; New York (NY); On-site; USD 254,000 - 424,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer in the United States seeks a US Rhu/GI TA Lead to oversee the Rhu/GI portfolio (Velsipity and Xeljanz) and set the portfolio strategy to maximize performance and patient impact.

The role leads a team of about 15 with ~7 direct reports, driving brand marketing, access, patient support and GTN while delivering on the LOE plan and optimizing returns for the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred.
• 12+ years pharmaceutical experience, to include US market experience.
• Demonstrated strategic acumen and bold move thinking.
• Proven ability to manage complex markets and projects.
• Strong people leader with ability to lead through change.
• Demonstrated ability to challenge the status quo.
• Experience in leading and motivating cross-functional teams.
• Mastery of the P&L and strong financial acumen.
• Strong executive presence and experience with senior level executives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the end-to-end lead, developing a portfolio level strategy for the Rhu/GI franchise including brand marketing, access strategy, patient support and sales approach.
• Deep ownership and understanding of all components of brand and GTN, ultimately accountable for performance and delivery across 2 brands.
• Lead and partner across the organization to drive expedited growth for Velsipity, while delivering on the Xeljanz LOE plan to optimize return for the organization.
• Accountable for the P&L of the Rhu/GI franchise and assess key metrics on an ongoing basis.
• Partner with cross-functional leads including sales, customer engagement, medical, legal and access to set priorities and identify growth or optimization.
• Identify opportunities to challenge the status quo to grow the assets in the portfolio.
• Partner with key organizations to establish Pfizer as a leader in the space.
• Responsible for the annual operating plan including revenue and expense recommendations.
• As a leader of leaders, oversee an organization of ~15 colleagues and ~7 direct reports demonstrating a collaborative and people-first mindset.
• Partner with Global Commercial Strategy, R&D and business development to evaluate future growth opportunities for the TA.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Brand portfolio management

Cross-functional leadership

US market experience

Executive presence

Financial acumen

Problem-solving

Education

MBA

Bachelor's degree

Job description

ROLE SUMMARY

As a key member of the Specialty Care Leadership team, the US Rhu/GI TA Lead will be responsible for overseeing Pfizer's Rhu/GI portfolio (Velsipity and Xeljanz). The US Rhu/GI TA Lead will set the portfolio strategy, maximize performance and patient impact and serve as a leader for the Rhu/GI brands and portfolio functions (ie brand leads, strategy, access integration, TLEL).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the end-to-end lead, developing a portfolio level strategy for the Rhu/GI franchise including brand marketing, access strategy, patient support and sales approach
• Deep ownership and understanding of all components of brand and GTN, ultimately accountable for performance and delivery across 2 brands
• Lead and partner across the organization to driving expedited growth for Velsipity, while simultaneously delivering on the Xeljanz LOE plan to optimize return for the organization
• Accountable for the P&L of the Rhu/GI franchise assessing key metrics on an ongoing basis
• Partner with cross functional leads including sales, customer engagement, medical, legal and access to set priorities and identify growth or optimization.
• Identify opportunities to challenge the status quo to grow the assets in the portfolio
• Partner as appropriate with key organizations to establish Pfizer as a leader in the space
• Responsible for the annual operating plan including revenue and expense recommendations
• As a leader of leaders, oversee an organization of ~15 colleagues and ~7 direct reports demonstrating a collaborative and people first mindset, advocating for the growth of your team members
• Partner with Global Commercial Strategy, R&D and business development to evaluate future growth opportunities for the TA

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred
• 12+ years pharmaceutical experience, to include US market experience
• Demonstrated strategic acumen and bold move thinking
• Proven ability manage complex markets and projects
• Strong people leader with demonstrated ability to lead through change
• Demonstrated ability to challenge the status quo
• Experience in leading and motivating cross functional teams with direct or indirect experience
• Mastery of the P&L and strong financial acumen
• Strong executive presence and experience with senior level executives
• Ability to problem-solve and make decisions in fast-paced environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior team leadership required; experienced leader of leader strongly preferred
• Deep experience in the US market and understanding of US payer and rebating dynamics required
• I&I experience preferred, but not required

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Domestic travel expected for POAs, congresses, and internal and external meetings

LAST DAY TO APPLY

11/16/2026

SALARY AND BENEFITS

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $254,100.00 to $423,500.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 25.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States. This role is posted in multiple locations. If you are applying for the role in an secondary job posting location where pay transparency regulations apply, your Talent Advisor will share the local pay information with you during the first interview. Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility. Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer. U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.

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