Director, US HCP Marketing

Morristown, NJ, United States

POSITION SUMMARY:

As Intercept continues to build its position as the leader in rare and serious liver disease, we are seeking a Director, US HCP Marketing. This position will be responsible for shaping the strategic development and tactical execution for HCPs including professional promotion and Promotional Medical education. This person will be accountable to meet key strategic imperatives of the brand and contributing to revenue performance in the U.S to meet and exceed goals. Tactical execution will include development of marketing collateral, peer-to-peer content, and training resources.  Responsibilities include management of core agencies including advertising agency (agency of record) and promotional medical education agency.

The position requires a highly motivated individual who can work independently, think strategically, and collaborate cross-functionally to accomplish complex deliverables on tight timelines and to perform all responsibilities in accordance with company policies, procedures and training.

The incumbent will work closely with multiple functional groups across the organization, including but not limited to Field Sales, Field Medical, Market Research, Medical Affairs, Sales Training, Regulatory and Legal.

The role is based in our Morristown, NJ Headquarters with flexibility for remote work 2-3 days per week.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and execute HCP marketing strategies, positioning, messaging and tactics to drive performance of OCALIVA through insights gained from market research and advisory boards

Lead our US and Thought Leader efforts including Key Opinion Leader identification, mapping and engagement plan including congress strategies

Lead Peer-to-Peer promotional speaker program strategy, content, and execution

Plan and help facilitate advisory boards and other engagement activities to inform both commercial strategy and content development

Develop the annual marketing strategic and tactical plan for OCALIVA and manage the variables that impact the successful execution of the plan. Applies innovative and competitive strategies to the development of marketing plans

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree required

Minimum 8+ years biopharmaceutical experience

Minimum 4+ years of experience with marketing drugs in U.S. is required

Pharma sales experience preferred

Experience working closely with Key Opinion Leaders preferred

Prior experience in rare disease, GI or specialty disease states preferred

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Perform responsibilities with a commitment to Compliance and a high ethical standard

Experience in delivering complex messages to various internal and external customers

Proven ability to work under pressure, prioritize and manage multiple projects, and effectively influence, collaborate, and communicate with internal and external partners

Experience working with external brand agencies and vendors on a day-to-day basis

Experience with process management including, but not limited to budget and LMRC review process

Strong leadership skills and ability to manage multiple priorities

An outstanding track record of strong communication, presentation, analytic and strategic capabilities

Strong verbal and written communications skills

Learning agility and ‘scalability’ to take on increasing responsibility as Intercept grows

Consistent demonstration and embodiment of our company core values: Come Together, Be Yourself, Own The Solution, Embrace The Challenge, and Keep Exploring

Ability to have fun and thrive in a growing, diverse, and inclusive work environment

ABOUT INTERCEPT:

Intercept is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of novel therapeutics to treat rare and serious liver diseases, including primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) and severe alcohol-associated hepatitis (sAH). Intercept’s lead product, obeticholic acid (OCA), is a first-in-class farnesoid X receptor (FXR) agonist marketed under the brand name OCALIVA in the U.S. for the treatment of patients with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), a rare autoimmune liver disease. OCALIVA was the first medication to be approved for PBC in over twenty years, and sales continue to grow more than five years after its initial approval in 2016.

People at Intercept are passionate about patients. You’ll see our patient photos lining our walls and hear their stories in town halls.  We’re equally passionate about our team and ensuring each member feels included and has the opportunity to reach their potential. We recognize the power of a diverse, equitable and inclusive (DEI) work force, and how it enriches the professional lives of our team members. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion drives innovation and connects us to the patients and communities we serve.

For more information, please visit www.interceptpharma.com .

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $215,000 to $240,000. This represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary range for this position.  Actual salaries may vary based on various factors including, but not limited to, experience, skillset, and performance.

The salary range listed is just one component of our total compensation package.  Intercept also provides a competitive suite of benefits, including:

401(k) plan with company match

Rewards and recognition program

Health care benefits (medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision insurance)

Short and long-term disability coverage provided

Parental leave benefits

A generous Paid Time Off program of 20 days per year

12 paid holidays per year

4 paid Personal Days per year

2 paid Volunteer Days per year

Numerous well-being and work-life programs

EEO Statement

Employment decisions at the Company are made without unlawful regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including gender, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected genetic information, marital or partnership status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This organization participates in  E-Verify  (E-Verify's Right to Work guidance can be found here:   https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RighttoWorkPoster.pdf ).

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