Job Description
Who We Are BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health. Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities. Our manufacturing and process development teams manage the production of our therapies for clinical trials and commercial markets. These engineers, technicians, scientists, and support professionals continually provide quality assurance and ensure we meet all regulatory standards. We have manufacturing facilities in Northern California and in Cork, Ireland. Additionally, our supply chain teams procure the goods and services needed to support manufacturing and worldwide distribution. About Technical Operations BioMarin’s Technical Operations group is responsible for creating our drugs for use in clinical trials and for scaling production of those drugs for the commercial market. These engineers, technicians, scientists and support staff build and maintain BioMarin’s cutting-edge manufacturing processes and sites, provide quality assurance and quality control to ensure we meet regulatory standards, and procure the needed goods and services to support manufacturing and coordinating the worldwide movement of our drugs to patients. Summary Description BioMarin is seeking an exceptional Senior Manager of Product Launch to lead high-impact, end-to-end launches of innovative therapies across global markets. This high-profile, fast-paced role demands a strategic, patient-focused leader who excels at navigating regulatory complexity, driving cross-functional alignment, and delivering on-time, compliant market availability. You will shape integrated launch strategies, mitigate critical risks, and champion launch excellence to accelerate patient access to life-changing treatments. Ideal for a proven biotech/pharma executive with deep launch expertise, strong business acumen, and the ability to influence at senior levels in a dynamic, regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Launch Strategy, Planning & Governance Develop and oversee comprehensive, integrated launch plans—including timelines, dependencies, risks, resources, and market-specific requirements—while aligning technical, regulatory, supply chain, and commercial objectives. Partner with Product Strategy leaders to craft cohesive development-to-commercial strategies that incorporate competitive intelligence, market insights, and patient-centric value propositions. Establish standardized processes, tools, dashboards, and KPIs to drive global launch excellence and continuous improvement. Cross-Functional Leadership & Team Management Form and lead high-performing cross-functional launch teams (commercial, regulatory, supply chain, manufacturing, quality, and beyond) to meet ambitious timelines. Build strategic partnerships and influence senior stakeholders across functions without direct authority, fostering accountability, clarity, and collaborative decision-making. Regulatory, Quality & Compliance Readiness Ensure full adherence to global regulatory standards (e.g. FDA, EMA, ICH, cGMP) while proactively anticipating and resolving CMC, labeling, and access challenges to safeguard compliance and market entry. Operational Execution & Market Delivery Translate strategic commitments into executable plans, monitor readiness KPIs, and lead rapid resolution of issues across manufacturing, quality, logistics, data, and packaging domains. Risk Management & Continuous Improvement Identify, track, and mitigate multi-domain risks with a resilient, crisis-management mindset focused on forward momentum and contingency planning. Champion process simplification, digital tools, data automation, lean methodologies (DMAIC), and innovative approaches to embed launch excellence and adaptability. This role carries significant accountability for on-time, compliant product availability, directly impacting patient outcomes and BioMarin's commercial success. Required QualificationsEducation Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field. PMP certification or equivalent. Preferred: MBA or Master's in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering. Experience 7+ years leading product launches into global biotech/pharma markets, with proven success in New Product Introduction and market timing processes. In-dept