[Hiring] Senior Director, Distribution and Trade @PTC Therapeutics, Inc.

Role Description

The Sr Director, Trade and Distribution, is responsible for overseeing the strategic planning and execution of PTC’s product distribution and trade platform for small molecules and gene therapy. This role will ensure the distribution model configuration and operational effectiveness is consistent with PTC’s overall strategic and tactical plans for a fully integrated patient-centered, flexible, and scalable distribution solution aligned and supportive of PTC’s patient services.

• Oversee key operational elements for 3PL and specialty pharmacy’s limited distribution network.
• Ensure appropriate access to product supply, management and identification of distribution vendors.
• Maximize value for PTC stakeholders by developing best-in-class programs and services in line with supporting PTC Cares.
• Identify critical risk areas and develop mitigation strategies.
• Develop and design the distribution strategy for active, pipeline and potential in-license products.
• Significant experience in designing and operationalizing distribution solutions for specialty biologics within the rare/orphan drug market segment.
• Direct interaction with key internal/external stakeholders, including PTC Cares, supply chain, Specialty Pharmacy, Sales, Marketing, Market Access, Business Intelligence, Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, IT, Legal and Finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related business or scientific discipline.
• A minimum of 12 years progressively responsible commercial (Trade and distribution) experience in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology or related environment.
• Prior oversight of a rare/orphan drug distribution platform including trade/specialty pharmacy management.
• Working knowledge of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Systemic understanding of financing and delivery of healthcare in U.S.
• In-depth knowledge of rare/orphan disease space and coverage requirements and the pharmaceutical reimbursement process and insurance coverage.
• Extensive account management experience.
• Strong relationships and familiarity with distribution vendors and suppliers of services related to enhancing product distribution to patients.
• Strong background and proven track record in working with specialty pharmacy to ensure execution and deliverables to support patient access.
• Proven success in product launches.
• Ability to anticipate issues and respond quickly, flexibly and creatively to solve problems and address commercial market challenges.
• In-depth, hands-on experience working in a small but fast growing, entrepreneurial environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, matrixed, team environment.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent planning, organization and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (PhD, Master’s, MBA) preferred.
• Experience supporting the commercialization of an orphan/rare disease.
• Travel requirements: 50%.
• Field based position.

Benefits

• Expected Base Salary Range: $239,300- $301,200.
• Base salary offered will be contingent on assessment of candidate education level, background, and experience.
• Eligible for short- and long-term incentives.
• Enrollment in PTC’s medical, dental, vision, and retirement savings plans.

EEO Statement

PTC Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.