Vice President, Business Planning and Readiness

As argenx evolves into a multi-asset, multi-indication organization, we are evolving how commercialization execution is delivered. The VP, Business Planning & Readiness will lead the development and scaling of an execution platform that enables operational excellence across the US organization. This key position will provide leadership across several communities: Field Operations, Incentive Compensation, Marketing Operations, Patient Support Enablement, Launch Excellence, Meeting and Event Orchestration, and Training. 

The VP, Business Planning & Readiness will focus fully on enabling execution across the HCP, Patient, Market Access, and US Medical Affairs & Evidence Generation Experience Communities. This includes building cohesive, AI-enabled, digitally integrated systems that empower small, cross-functional teams to bring strategy to life—consistently, compliantly, and at scale. This work is done in close collaboration with key enabling partners in Finance, HR, Legal, Compliance, Business Information Systems (BIS), and other G&A functions to ensure operational strategies are aligned, well-supported, and grounded in enterprise priorities. 

This role is an integral member of the US Leadership Team (USLT) and a key contributor to the Global Operations Community.  

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Strategy & Platform Development 

• Architect and evolve a scalable execution platform for the US Commercialization organization, rooted in operational excellence and digital enablement

• Guide the development and continuous refinement of launch readiness, indication activation, and lifecycle management playbooks—tailored to patient, HCP, and market needs—in close partnership with Indication Strategy Teams (ISTs) and cross-functional collaborators

• Champion the integration of automation, modular content, and AI workflows into commercial operations (MRC, events, field enablement, training, etc.)

Cross-Functional Executional Support 

• Serve as the strategic and operational bridge between the HCP, Patient, Market Access, and US Medical Affairs & Evidence Generation Experience Communities

• Ensure seamless orchestration of resources, tools, and systems that support the execution of indication strategies, cross-functional priorities defined by Indication Strategy Teams (ISTs), and the broader cultural and operational model aligned with the argenx Way of Working

• Support the end-to-end MRC process as the operational lead, with a focus on optimizing cycle time, enhancing scalability, and enabling compliant, efficient execution in alignment with legal and regulatory stakeholders

• Oversee all internal and external meeting logistics, speaker programs, and event readiness across therapeutic areas

• Establish deep, collaborative partnerships with operationally minded leaders across experience communities to ensure executional platforms are designed with frontline insight, stakeholder relevance, and shared ownership

• Explore mechanisms to bring functional expertise into closer proximity with operational planning—through embedded roles, liaisons, or cross-functional design groups—enhancing the usability, adoption, and impact of systems and processes

Training Leadership 

• Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing evolution of commercial training programs for US field and HQ roles

• Ensure onboarding, upskilling, and competency frameworks are aligned to indication strategies, business priorities, and the needs of the experience communities

Team Leadership & Capability Building 

• Inspire, guide, and lead a team of experienced operations professionals, and trainers—cultivating a culture of excellence, curiosity, and continuous improvement

• Operate within a network of empowered project teams, fostering strong collaboration across functions and geographies while ensuring operational strategies are delivered with clarity, adaptability, and purpose

• Develop internal capabilities through process design, training, SOPs, and platform stewardship that support a dynamic, patient- and HCP-centered commercial organization

• Embed a mindset of operational enablement—acting as a force multiplier for strategy, not just a back-end function

Global Engagement 

• Represent U.S. needs and perspectives within the Global Operations Community, contributing to shared standards, systems evolution, and cross-market alignment

• Partner with Global Commercial, IT, and Compliance teams to ensure systems are harmonized and designed to scale with our pipeline

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES 

• Proven ability to build high-functioning collaborative teams and scale operational systems within fast-paced, innovative biotech organizations

• Deep understanding of commercial functions including sales, marketing, patient services, MRC, training, and event logistics

• Strong experience with modern digital tools, including MRC systems (e.g., Veeva Vault), CRM (e.g., Veeva CRM), and omnichannel engagement platforms

• Track record of embedding AI, automation, and modular systems into operational workflows

• Skilled in influencing without authority across cross-functional and enterprise teams

• Highly organized with strong business acumen, project management capability, and attention to detail

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex issues clearly and concisely to leadership 

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

 15+ years experience in Commercial, Operations and Launch Readiness

MBA strongly preferred

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