Senior Director of Generics

About Us:

Founded in 2017 and based in Chicago, Meitheal is focused on the development and commercialization of generic injectable medications and, as of 2022, has expanded its focus to include fertility, biologic, and branded products. Meitheal currently markets over 60 U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved products across numerous therapeutic areas including anti-infectives, oncolytics, intensive care, and fertility. As of January 2025, Meitheal, directly or through its partners, has 19 products in the research and development phase, 22 additional products planned for launch in 2025, and 24 products under review by the FDA. Meitheal's mission is to provide easy access to fairly priced products through robust manufacturing, consistent supply, and rapid response to our customers' needs. Ranked #2 in 2024 on Crain's Fast 50 in Chicago, and in the top 100 of Crain's Best Places to Work in Chicago from 2022 to 2024, Meitheal emulates the traditional Irish guiding principle we are named for - working together toward a common goal, for the greater good.

Learn more about who we are and what we do at www.meithealpharma.com.

Learn about our benefits at Meitheal Benefits

Position Summary:

The Senior Director of Generics for Meitheal's Anesthesia Anti-Infectives, Critical Care and Oncology portfolio plays an instrumental role in providing leadership to ensure the product portfolio is properly positioned and developed to drive both short and long-term financial success. This role will focus on portfolio positioning, oversight of new product launches, lifecycle management, participation in annual budget/forecasting process and providing product support to various other internal functions.

Payrate is determined by considering a person's prior experience and competence.

Why Work with Us?

Hybrid Work Schedule: Enjoy the flexibility to work remotely three days a week.

Casual Dress Code: Embrace a relaxed and comfortable dress code that allows you to express your personal style.

Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values open communication, teamwork, and the exchange of ideas.

Professional Growth: We offer ample opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

* Lead the development of product portfolio plans and strategic initiative to meet organization financial targets, overcome business challenges and drive attainment of market share.

* Oversee the development of product promotional strategies, partnering with internal and external stakeholders.

* Work collaboratively with the Market Intelligence, Pricing Analytics, Sales, Contract Marketing and other departments to meet overall product portfolio goals.

* Provide pricing recommendations and insights to support maximization of product sales and gross profit optimization.

* Responsible for providing both volume and market share goals as part of Meitheal's annual budget and forecasting process. Provide monthly updates as to the status of meeting target volume goals and provide recommendations to either further accelerate success or opportunities to overcome volume challenges.

* Participate in strategic planning initiatives with a focus on lifecycle management to identify and recommend opportunities for current portfolio enhancements, or portfolio expansion ideas, to gain competitive advantages.

* Lead the execution of assigned new product launches, working cross-functionally to ensure all aspects of product launches are on track to meet product introduction targets.

* Utilizing multiple inputs provided throughout the organization, serve as the portfolio expert as it relates to product positioning, competitive information, channel penetration and product performance.

* Lead the development, education and maintenance of product tools (brochures, website, sales collateral, etc.).

Supervisory

Supervisory responsibilities include two Associate Directors and four Product Managers.

Competencies

* Business Acumen

* Judgement

* Change Management

* Project Management

* Ethics

* Interpersonal

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* Bachelor's Degree in a business-related discipline with at least seven years of increasing responsibility and experience in generic pharmaceutical industry, with preference towards product management, portfolio management or marketing.

* Ability to understand, translate and integrate multiple data sources into clear and impactful insights to drive decision making.

* High level of business acumen, analysis and judgement.

* Strategy development, project management, and problem-solving skills.

* Exceptional interpersonal communication skills.

* Ability to build positive working relationships, both internally and externally.

Preferred

* Advanced degree (MBA/MS)

* Experience with global operating structures

Travel

Up to 25%

Computer skills

Extensive computer proficiency with desktop software in a Windows environment required: Microsoft Word; Excel; PowerPoint required.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Meitheal Pharmaceuticals is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.