Director, New Product Planning
- Full-time
- Job Location: On-Site Waltham
- Compensation: USD 204000 - USD 255000 - yearly
Company Description
Deciphera, a member of Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing important new medicines and providing hope to people living with cancer, neurologic and autoimmune disease. Deciphera is leveraging its proprietary switch-control kinase inhibitor platform and deep expertise in kinase biology to develop a broad portfolio of innovative medicines. In addition to advancing multiple product candidates from Deciphera’s platform in clinical studies, QINLOCK® (ripretinib) is Deciphera’s switch-control kinase inhibitor approved in many countries including the European Union and the United States for the treatment of adult patients with advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) who have received prior treatment with 3 or more kinase inhibitors, including imatinib. ROMVIMZA® (vimseltinib) is a kinase inhibitor approved in the United States for adult patients with symptomatic tenosynovial giant cell tumor (TGCT) for which surgical resection will potentially cause worsening functional limitation or severe morbidity, and in the European Union for adult patients with TGCT associated with clinically relevant physical function deterioration and in whom surgical options have been exhausted or would induce unacceptable morbidity or disability.
The spirit of collaboration that has brought medications to life continues to guide how we operate, grow, and discover new breakthroughs. We cultivate an inclusive culture that values curiosity, creativity, and shared accountability—empowering individuals to challenge the unknown together.
Deciphera offers competitive compensation, including equity-based compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance and a flexible spending account for either health care and/or dependent care.
Job Description
Overview: Deciphera Pharmaceuticals is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the New Product Planning (NPP) team. In this visible role, you will collaborate across multiple functions to implement best commercial practices, foster communication, and inspire collaboration for the Deciphera portfolio. This role reports to the Executive Director, New Product Planning.
Key Responsibilities:
· Develop market entry and program strategies for key assets.
· Provide commercial evaluation and strategic input for lifecycle management opportunities.
· Collaborate with IR/corporate communications for external messaging.
· Identify and assess opportunities and risks, translating insights into actionable strategies.
· Support program strategy development and execution to maximize market potential.
· Communicate commercial insights and strategy to cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
· Lead competitive intelligence collection and communication.
· Enhance NPP function processes and capabilities.
Qualifications
· BS/BA in business, life sciences, or related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
· 12+ years of biopharmaceutical industry experience, including 3+ years in new product planning or related roles.
· Strong scientific knowledge and clinical acumen.
· Experience with market research and competitive intelligence.
· Exceptional strategic thinking, leadership, and communication skills.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities and demonstrate attention to detail.
· Passion for continual learning and development.
Additional Information
Deciphera is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Actual compensation packages will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to depth of experience, education, skillset, overall performance and/or location. The estimated base salary for this role is $204,000 - $255,000.
Deciphera believes in providing a competitive compensation and benefits package to all employees. Our base salary is just one component of Deciphera’s competitive total rewards strategy that also includes annual performance bonus, a long-term incentive plan, full range of benefits and other incentive compensation plans (if applicable)
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and annual bonus.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, and more.
- Generous parental leave and family planning benefits.
- Outstanding culture and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION
Deciphera is committed to equal employment opportunity and values diversity. To ensure that we comply with reporting requirements, we invite you complete the confidential survey at the end of this application. Providing this information is optional. It will not be accessible or used in the hiring process, and has no effect on your opportunity for employment. This information will also be treated confidentially. We are committed to make all hiring decisions and other employment decisions on a non-discriminatory basis.
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