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Associate Director of Marketing

We're here for one reason and one reason only to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We've made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet.

Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join us as the Associate Director of Marketing focused on the LBCL indication. The Associate Director will play an important role in developing HCP promotion, help to cultivate an integrated LBCL strategy and implement a cross-functional tactical plan to support and grow Yescarta's LBCL indication. This person will report to the head of LBCL within Kite's US Commercial Department.

Key Responsibilities of the Associate Director of Marketing Yescarta include:

• Develop and optimize brand strategies and marketing tactics using market research and analytics, ensuring accurate measurement of promotional tactics.
• Oversee the development and execution of annual brand plans, including long-term strategic imperatives and short-term tactical priorities. Champion cross-functional alignment and ensure seamless execution across key stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver differentiated brand and marketing concepts and materials, aligning with the brand's purpose, target customer needs, and industry trends.
• Collaborate with the Promotional Review Committee (PRC) to create compliant and effective promotional tactics and ensure their effective implementation.
• Formulate, develop, and implement strategic plans while escalating market challenges and barriers to leadership, proposing appropriate solutions.
• Exhibit a "roll up your sleeves" attitude, demonstrating the ability to follow through on projects within tight timelines.
• Adapt and thrive in an ambiguous, transformational environment.
• Demonstrate leadership excellence in project management, effectively managing multiple projects and priorities, including agency collaboration and budget management.
• Travel domestically up to 50%.

Basic Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (PharmD, PhD, or equivalent) with 5+ years of relevant experience in strategy consulting, pharmaceutical marketing, or biotechnology marketing OR
• Master's Degree and 8+ years of relevant experience in strategy consulting, pharmaceutical marketing, or biotechnology marketing OR
• Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of relevant experience in strategy consulting, pharmaceutical marketing, or biotechnology marketing OR
• Associate Degree and 12+ years of relevant experience in strategy consulting, pharmaceutical marketing, or biotechnology marketing OR
• High School Diploma/GED and 14+ years of relevant experience in strategy consulting, pharmaceutical marketing, or biotechnology marketing

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA or other advanced business degree
• 8+ years of pharmaceutical or biotechnology experience
• Experience in marketing research and / or pharmaceutical sales
• Prior hematology / oncology or cell therapy experience, with in-depth knowledge and experience in franchise-specific market is preferred
• Ability to leverage data to conduct analyses and use complex analytical tools to drive decisions
• Demonstrated excellence in project management and effectively managing multiple projects / priorities
• Ability to successfully work with external agencies, including advertising, public relations and medical education vendors to develop programs and materials
• Familiarity with marketing fundamentals, strategy, sales and commercial policies and practices

The salary range for this position is: $177,905.00 - $230,230.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

Kite Pharma is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance.

Kite Pharma will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law.

Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Kite Pharma provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.

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