Director / Senior Director, Global Product Strategy Oncology

About the Role Shanghai, China-based, full-time role to lead BioNTech's Global Product Strategy for Oncology in China. You will work with BioNTech China and global partners to optimize early clinical programs and serve as a key expert for Oncology commercialization in China.

What You'll Do

• Act as the Global Product Strategy/Commercial lead to optimize strategic program decisions to maximize patient impact and commercialization.
• Lead and contribute to new product planning and early commercialization strategy, including asset prioritization aligned to the portfolio; develop product strategies, target product profiles, indication prioritization, positioning, and market shaping activities.
• Leverage knowledge of the China's oncology healthcare market to shape product planning for optimal commercialization in China.
• Provide strategic input on commercialization approaches with emphasis on the China oncology market.
• Direct commercialization strategy and ensure launch readiness for China, driving cross-functional collaboration and managing strategic alliances.
• Partner with partnered companies and cross-functional groups in China and globally (Clinical Development, R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Business Alliance, Finance, Medical Affairs) to develop and implement plans across the asset lifecycle.
• Execute budget planning and monitor resource allocation.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with global and/or affiliate experience and a track record of sustained overachievement.
• Demonstrated oncology commercialization success in China; experience in Japan, Australia, and other Asia markets preferred.
• Ability to translate disease-area expertise (NSCLC, breast, GI, GU cancers) into strategic decisions affecting development or commercialization outcomes.
• At least 3 years of experience in new product planning, product strategy, or Global Brand Teams; evidence of leading high-impact initiatives across assets from early clinical development through launch or milestones.
• Experience in global or affiliate commercial/marketing roles, or as a consultant; ability to excel in highly matrixed, cross-functional environments.
• Undergraduate degree required; MBA, PhD, or equivalent advanced degree a plus.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic, and organizational skills; ability to synthesize complexity into clear, decision-driving recommendations.
• Strong collaboration and influence across global, cross-functional teams beyond formal authority.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin; ability to operate in senior, bilingual, multicultural settings.

Nice to Have

• Experience across Japan, Australia, and other Asia markets is preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range not disclosed for Shanghai; the document notes a US pay range of XXX,XXX/year to XXX,XXX/year with benefits, bonus, and equity where applicable. Compensation at other locations may vary significantly.
• BioNTech offers competitive remuneration packages and a variety of benefits; specific benefits may vary by location and are governed by internal policies and applicable law.