Business Unit Head Retail

Job Description SummarySandoz continues to go through an exciting and transformative period as a global leader and pioneering provider of sustainable Biosimilar and Generic medicines. As we continue down this new and ambitious path unique opportunities will present themselves both professionally and personally. Join us the future is ours to shapeJob DescriptionRole PurposeBusiness Unit Head Retail orchestrates the strategy and the relating deployment plans into the key channels for our Market in Italy playing a pivotal role within the local Senior Leadership Team. This role leads the field-force teams dedicated to both the retail pharmacy and wholesaler channels as well as all marketing and other investments allocation according to the company's differentiation plan across market segments.BU Head Retail is accountable for defining a consistent and aligned positioning strategy across multiple functions ensuring its uniform implementation throughout the organization and guaranteeing a globally coherent positioning within the INN Italian market.Your Key ResponsibilitiesLead strategic cross-functional decisions for International and above-brand strategic initiatives incl. partnerships policy shaping and for launched assets will monitor and respond to major events and competitive landscape developments;Work closely with key markets collaborating with the teams to define launch deliverables and a targeted customer experience (campaigns/content);Lead manage and develop the overall performance of current and future product portfolio and deliver sales and profits within agreed budgets;Lead and develop a high-performing sales and marketing team and build effective and enduring business relationships with key customers/ stakeholders;Be responsible for the budget and financial performance of the unit;Ensure appropriate compliance against company policies and procedures.Commitment to Diversity & InclusionWe are committed to building an outstanding inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.What you'll bring to the role: Essential RequirementsMinimum 3-5 years in a similar roles within pharmaceutical industry ideally with a sound experience within Generics market and the retail pharmacy and wholesale segments.Proven track record of managing and scaling high-performing sales and profitability targets through deep analytics and navigated financial acumen.Solid experience in project management: resource allocation long-term BU strategy and planning market access planning capability with effectiveness and impact sensitivity market reputation analysis KPIs setting and monitoring.Robust people management skills: Drive the performance and knowledge effectiveness taking best care of development opportunities for the assigned team safeguarding the D&I KPIs feeding the talent pipeline and processes with sustainable succession plans in full respect of company values behaviours and Code of Ethics as well as all the other internal/external policies and regulations.Deep knowledge of the Italian pharmaceutical market including distribution channels competitor landscape and regulatory environment.Exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.Proven innovative thinking strategic vision and big picture understanding.Fluent in Italian and English (written and spoken).Willingness to run for an international career within Sandoz globally.University degree in Economics Business Management or STEM.Minimum RequirementsP&L or Unit AccountabilityLeading large and/or diverse multi-functional teamsGeographic ScopePeople LeadershipSkillsAgility and problem solvingBusiness strategy and developmentCommercial ExcellenceCross-Functional CollaborationCustomer OrientationDigital MarketingGo-To-Market StrategyHealthcare Sector UnderstandingInfluencing SkillsInspirational LeadershipKey Account ManagementMarket AccessMarket shares and trends understanding and anticipatingMarketing StrategyNegotiation SkillsYou'll receiveCustomized development paths and free access to our on-demand training catalogsJob rotation projects that will give you the opportunity to collaborate with global teamsCorporate Welfare PlanRecognition Program to highlight your impact for the organizationHybrid Work Model based on flexibility and trustWhy SandozGeneric and Biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global medicines industry. Sandoz a leader in this sector provided more than 900 million patient treatments across 100 countries in **** and while we are proud of this achievement we have an ambition to do moreWith investments in new development capabilities production sites new acquisitions and partnerships we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more patients gain access to low-cost high-quality medicines sustainably.Our momentum is powered by an open collaborative culture driven by our talented and ambitious colleagues who in return for applying their skills experience an agile and collegiate environment with impactful flexible-hybrid careers where diversity is welcomed and where personal growth is supportedJoin us#SandozAdditional InformationEmployment Type: Full-TimeExperience: yearsVacancy: 1#J-*****-Ljbffr