Ralph Caruso

About Ralph Caruso

Global commercial leader with 20+ years in industry, with areas of expertise that…

Experience

1. Vice President and Global Franchise Lead, Breast Cancer and Precision Medicine, Pfizer Oncology

   Pfizer

   Oct 2021 — Present

   Oncology BU leader with global commercial oversight for IBRANCE, XALKORI, LORBRENA, VIZIMPRO, and BRAFTOVI/MEKTOVI. Lead Global marketing organization, strategic planning and prioritization, digital expansion and innovation. Accountability for key pipeline programs and launch strategies including ARV-471 (partnership with Arvinas), and next generation CDK inhibitors. Key ongoing lifecycle programs include IBRANCE for HR+/HER2+ mBC (PATINA), and BRAFTOVI/MEKTOVI expansion in melanoma and non-small cell lung cancer. Member of the Oncology Leadership Team, partnering with Regions, Medical, Commercial Development, and providing leadership to Product Development and all Enabling Functions. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: • Lead the team and co-create the global commercial strategies for the franchise • Create and model launch excellence for existing markets, gaining access to new markets • Oversee the development of forecasts, plans, strategies and operational commitments • Lead the preparation of a successful evidence-based, patients first strategies • Provide commercial leadership, strategic guidance, and develop innovative approaches • Build a high performing team and develop talent • Provide thought leadership across Oncology on innovative models to enhance growth

Skills

• Budget Development
• Investment Analysis
• Acquisition Decisions
• Pipeline Management
• New Product Launches
• Strategic Negotiations
• Global Drug Development
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Staff Management
• Portfolio Investment Decisions
• Go-to-Market Strategy
• Market Launch Plans
• Risk Management
• Establishing Strategic Partnerships
• Drug Commercialization
• Lifecycle Planning
• New Business Development
• Strategic Planning