About this VP, US Adult Pneumococcal Lead role at Pfizer
ROLE SUMMARY
The US VP, Pneumococcal Adult Vaccine Lead role will be accountable for shape and driving the US strategy and operational execution for Prevnar 20 Adult to deliver OP financial commitments and plan for the successful launch of our next generation Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV). This is a highly visible role and one that will require exceptional strategic thinking and marketing skills given the competitive market dynamics, multiple distribution and vaccination channels, and US policy changes. This position will be a member of the US Vaccines Leadership Team and report to the US Commercial Lead for Vaccines.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop the marketing and financial plan for Prevnar 20 Adult across multiple market segments to; drive market development, establish product differentiation and maximize commercial success. This requires strong franchise portfolio planning, identification of underlying synergies and interdependencies across the matrix, including product forecasting, positioning, pricing strategy and access planning, product life cycle strategy, competitor defense, and marketing collaborations.
Responsibilities and leadership expectations for the US Pneumococcal Adult Lead:
• Establish and lead the team and US commercial strategies for Prevnar 20 Adult, furthering Pfizer’s the leader in a highly competitive market.
• Lead the development of forecasts, plans, strategies, and operational commitments (Op Plan) and ensure delivery of all Op Plan commitments
• Lead the preparation of a successful evidence-based, patients first strategy to successfully differentiate and defend against competitors
• Ensure strong collaboration with the US sales, Accounts and Channel Teams to ensure seamless execution of the launch strategies into customer facing activities.
• Ensure strong collaboration with US Vaccines marketing teams for effective strategic and tactical coordination by customer segment/channel to maximize our vaccines portfolio opportunities
• Build a high performing team through the ability to attract, engage, coach and develop the best talent while modeling our Values of Courage, Excellence, Equity and Joy
• Collaborate and provide thought leadership within the team but also across the US Vaccines business on innovative models to enhance our growth opportunities
• Participate and contribute as an active, enterprise leader in Global and US Vaccines Leadership Team.
• Leading critical external relationships to shape perspectives and advance market development
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree and 15+ years of experience required OR Master's degree and 13+ years of experience required OR PhD/PharmD and 10+ years of experience required.
• Successful marketing/commercial experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably at the global and local levels
• US market experience is highly preferred
• Demonstrated strategic marketing and analytical thinking skills
• Prior launch experience highly desired
• Experience in building / accelerating previously unexplored or under-penetrated markets desired
• Experience in working successfully in a highly competitive environment desired
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams through setting a common vision and purpose, influence and persuasion
• An absolute commitment to adherence to all applicable compliance rules and regulations
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work on multiple tasks with a strong sense of urgency and enthusiasm while prioritizing and meeting team goals
• Demonstrated ability to act with agility and effectively lead others through times of change
• Experience in US marketing and Global marketing highly preferred
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or other advanced degree preferred
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to travel approximately 10-25% of the time
LAST DAY TO APPLY: 09/25/2026
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $274,000.00 to $456,600.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 30.0% 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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