Commercial Director - Respiratory Biologic

At AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves on crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledge-sharing, daring thinking, and innovation – ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions and even the globe.

Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to build a strong culture of collaboration and partnership by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our head office and BlueSky Hub in downtown Toronto are purposely crafted with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm, and connect on key projects.

Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca is an excellent place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why we’re taking bold actions to address some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention.

About the role:

Reporting to the Vice President, Respiratory & Immunology, the Commercial Director leads the Tozorakimab launch team to successfully drive the promotion of our industry leading portfolio. This includes leadership of all Marketing, Sales and launch initiatives including the development and execution of brand strategic and operational plans and lifecycle planning.

The successful candidate for this role will be an entrepreneurial leader with a passion for customer engagement and putting patients first.  You thrive in creating new and innovative ways to solve complex business challenges.  You play to win but do the right thing and act with integrity, even when it is difficult. 

Responsibilities:

• Build a high performing Marketing and Sales organisation accountable for the launch of Tozorakimab in Canada
• Lead the team to build customer centric strategic plans to ensure brand success, including innovation in our go to market approach and forward-thinking ideas to improve the potential of the brands. 

• Provide leadership for cross-functional development of Brand Strategy, Positioning, Segmentation and Operational Plans. 

• Complete and measure impact of all marketing strategies and tactics to deliver on the brand objectives. 

• Partner cross-functionally with medical, market access, corporate affairs and patient engagement teams on the enterprise transforming care strategy. 

• Lead the Marketing and Sales teams and be accountable for performance management, talent management and career development of direct reports. 

• Work collaboratively with leaders across the business to share winning initiatives and improve opportunities to develop and scale innovation in our commercial model. 

• Development and ownership of commercial forecasts, budgets, and P&L. 

Qualifications and Capabilities

• University degree in science and/or business. 

• Specialty care marketing experience with Respiratory Biologics medicines is an asset.  COPD and/or acute care experience would be valued.

• Comprehensive understanding of the Canadian Healthcare environment. 

• In-depth understanding of competitive landscape, able to frame strategic implications to improve business outcomes. 

• Strong leader with a general manager mind-set who can articulate a vision, set direction, and encourage dedication to achieve results.  

• Experience leading commercial teams, with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style and proven record of accomplishment to work successfully within a diverse team.  Ability to connect and develop followership with field-based teams.

• Enterprise thinking and entrepreneurial leadership through leading change and transformation while having a broader perspective of brand, TA and organizational needs. 

• Knows how to coordinate people and activities effectively to achieve impactful outcomes. 

• Experience attracting, assessing, and developing talent while optimizing team performance in direct and matrixed leadership roles. 

• Outstanding strategic problem solving, judgement and influencing skills. 

• Strong critical thinking and planning skills with ability to implement plans with excellence. 

• Experience building and implementing digital strategies. 
• Strong financial acumen with ability to develop budget and resourcing plans to ensure effective operational delivery. 

• Willingness to travel. 

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Are you interested in working at AZ, apply today! 

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we redefine bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace, and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca's Alexion division, you'll find an environment where diversity is celebrated and innovation thrives. Our patient-driven culture encourages exploration of new insights that profoundly impact lives. We value kindness alongside ambition as we strive for success in serving those in need. With tailored development programs designed for skill enhancement and empathetic understanding of patient journeys, you'll be empowered to make a difference. Supported by exceptional leaders and peers ready to lift you in marketing compliance and beyond.

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com. 

Date Posted

23-Sept-2025

Closing Date

09-Oct-2025

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.