Executive Director, U.S. Brand Lead - Neurology (Rare Disease)
Amgen
September 27, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (United States)
Worldwide
Marketing
Role: Executive Director, U.S. Brand Lead - Neurology (Rare Disease), responsible for UPLIZNA's U.S. commercial strategy, execution, and performance across gMG and NMOSD indications, as well as BKEMV biologic. Core responsibilities include developing and overseeing strategic planning, forecasts, budgets, and integrated brand campaigns across healthcare professionals, patients, and digital channels; leading cross-functional teams in marketing, sales, medical, access, and analytics; and managing stakeholder engagement and external partnerships. The role also leads the BKEMV biosimilars marketing team, aligning strategies within Amgen’s broader biosimilar portfolio. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of marketing or commercial experience, including managerial leadership; preferred experience in biopharmaceutical marketing, especially in neurology, rare diseases, or biologics, with success in post-launch growth and complex stakeholder management. High-value specifics include rare neurological conditions like gMG and NMOSD, biologics and biosimilars, and the U.S. market’s payer and reimbursement landscape. The role reports to the General Manager, Neurology & IgG4-RD, and involves leadership across multiple functions, fostering a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing team. Travel is approximately 25%, with expectations for regular presence in Deerfield and national engagement. The position emphasizes strategic leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and stakeholder influence in a competitive and innovative biotech environment.