Senior Manager, Market Planning

Neurodegenerative diseases are one of the largest medical challenges of our time. Denali Therapeutics is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing breakthrough therapies for neurodegenerative diseases through our deep commitment to degeneration biology and principles of translational medicine. Denali is founded on the collaboration of leading scientists, industry experts, and investors who share the vision that scientific discovery energetically applied to translational medicine is the key to delivering effective therapies to patients.

We invite you to consider an opportunity with Denali to help achieve our goal of delivering meaningful therapeutics to patients.

Denali is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manager of Market Planning, reporting to the Executive Director of Global Insights & Operations, to support the commercialization efforts of Denali's first launch and pipeline assets with market insights and strategic support.
You will be responsible for driving market analysis (including market research and competitive intelligence), strategic planning, and forecasting to support the successful development and commercialization of our pipeline products. As part of an emerging biopharma company, the ideal candidate will thrive in a resource efficient, nimble, and fast-paced environment, foster a collaborative, patient-focused culture, and be able to flex across priorities.

Key Accountabilities/Core Job Responsibilities:

• Market Analysis & Competitive Intelligence:
  
  • Conduct in-depth market research and analysis of market trends, competitive landscapes, customer needs, and industry developments to identify opportunities and risks for programs across our portfolio.
  • Lead and maintain up-to-date competitive intelligence and ensure timely socialization to relevant teams.
• Strategic Planning:
  
  • Synthesize insights and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, commercial, sales, access, and regulatory teams to develop and refine short- and long-term market strategies and tactical plans.
• New Product Planning: Serve as commercial strategic partner for pre-commercial assets, supporting multiple development teams with market landscape and commercial insights to help develop robust CDPs, TPPs, and opportunity assessments.
• Forecasting and Modeling:
  
  • Build and maintain robust market models and forecasts for US and ex-US geographies to guide product development decisions, investment planning, and commercial launch strategies. Collaborate with supply chain to ensure appropriate launch supply readiness.
  • Build short-term forecast model pre-launch; Post-launch, analyze market data and historical sales trends to predict near-future product demand and provide insights to support sales, marketing, and supply chain decisions based on these forecasts;
• Product Positioning: Work closely with marketing, sales, medical affairs, clinical and development teams to define value propositions, market segmentation, and product positioning strategies.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  
  • Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership and key stakeholders to drive informed decision-making and align strategic priorities.
  • Create and deliver high quality reports and presentations to communicate insights and recommendations effectively.
• Market Entry Planning: Support the development of launch plans, pricing strategies, and go-to-market initiatives for new product introductions.
• Data-Driven Insights: Leverage advanced analytics, external market data, and internal resources to generate actionable insights that enhance competitive advantage.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Highly motivated self-starter with strong analytical and strategic capabilities, outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• BA or BS in Health Sciences or related discipline, PhD/MD/MBA is a plus
• At or near 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry or healthcare consulting, with relevant experience in data analysis, decision support, market research, forecasting and commercial planning. Prior experience in a market planning, strategy marketing or pipeline marketing function is a plus
• Strong aptitude and interest in science, drug development process and commercialization pathways, particularly in the biopharma space
• Proficiency in market analysis tools, market research techniques, forecasting methodologies, and competitive intelligence.
• Previous experience in neurology and/or rare disease with understanding of unmet medical needs, standard of care and market dynamics is a plus
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving skills, and good business judgment, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable strategies.
• Proven track record of cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to prioritize and flex in a fast-paced growth environment
• Strategic agility, comfort and open-mindedness in the face of uncertainty, and willingness to right-size approach as needed
• Curiosity, strong work ethic and a sense of humor
• A strong passion for developing therapies to help patients

Salary Range: $0.00 to $0.00 . Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience. Denali offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k, healthcare coverage, ESPP and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://www.denalitherapeutics.com/careers

This compensation and benefits information is based on Denali's good faith estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future.This compensation and benefits information is based on Denali's good faith estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future.

Denali is committed to its core company value of unity by creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.