An Astellas career offers a totally different way to work and live.Astellas is the bright spot in the pharmaceutical industry � not just because of what we do, but in the way we do it. If you are looking for a company where you can change a life, make a dream come true, and light the way for a better tomorrow, Astellas is the place where you can shine. We offer a different kind of work culture. A high standard of ethics is mandatory. Quality is our pledge. Diversity is valued. Individual initiative is rewarded. Astellas offers an environment where our employees can make a real difference. Come, shine with us!Astellas is announcing a Senior Director Marketing - Urology position opportunity in our Deerfield, IL location.Develops and executes Strategic and tactical brand plans for the the flagship portfolio. Provides strategic direction to Co-promote partners and ownership of alliances. Responsible for overall investment decision to deliver upon P&L expectations. RESPONSIBILITIESDevelops robust brand and strategic plan for portfolio.Provides strategic direction to partners and ownership of alliances.Responsible for overall risk management related to the portfolio.Partner with Global colleagues to deliver upon portfolio growth expectations. Directs a product or product line through commercial life-cycle planning while developing long term objectives for product growth.Ensures the integrity of brand message throughout the regulatory, legal and medical landscape & processes . Leads a department in gaining alignment of objectives to meet overall portfolio goals.Develops departmental leaders and marketing personnel.Responsible for franchise budget management, accuracy, and prioritization of franchise and departmental budgets. 

REQUIREMENTS:- BA/BS degree with advance degree preferred plus 10-12+ years of relevant experience (depending on degree) required.- Senior directors have an in-depth understanding of multiple, related fields. Ability to set strategy for a department and related company functions. Requires significant communication and leadership skills and the ability to create and implement the department�s mission and integrate it with that of the company�s. - Recognizes problem situations and uses both formal and informal methods to find solutions. Makes independent decisions on the most complex problems. Develops policies that avoid recurrence.- Has responsibility for a major segment of the company. Decisions significantly impact the company�s financial or public relations positioning. Serves as a principal spokesperson for a department or division. - Manages a department consisting of direct reports at the manager and director level.- Establishes and prioritizes area�s project portfolio. Projects usually managed through subordinates and often span across departments and are of major significance.