Business Unit Director(R&I)

AstraZeneca is one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies, with a broad range of medicines designed to fight disease in meaningful areas of healthcare: cardiovascular, diabetes, respiratory and cancer.

At AstraZeneca we turn ideas into life changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. We believe in the potential of our people and you’ll develop beyond what you thought possible. We make the most of your skills and passion by actively supporting you to achieve our shared goals no matter where you start with us. When we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because an opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial finding those moments and recognizing their potential.

As the Biopharmaceutical Business Unit Director (Respiratory & Immunology) you have primary responsibility for sales involving planning, directing and controlling the development and profitable operation of the company consistent with corporate guidelines.

The portfolio not only includes current products, but also new product introduction and new channels and lines expansion. The role includes accountability for the short-term performance and long-term business success, execution, implementation and achievement of AstraZeneca’s business goals in the specific therapeutic area. Working closely with the Country President and the leadership team, you will be accountable for formulating all strategic goals in relation to the current and new product portfolio to ensure they are successful and provide a strong platform for continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure strategic objectives and business direction are aligned so that the attainment of profit and operational goals are met. This includes current market products, new product introductions, business model evaluation and expansion into new channels.
• Hire, develop and retain top talents by ensuring discipline in talent reviews and succession planning and championing people development activities.
• Build capability in team around portfolio selling, key account management, business planning with integrated therapy areas as well as driving launch excellence with Marketing and Channel Marketing
• Establish, develop, implement and improve necessary processes to problem solve, eliminate obstacles and lead multiple projects in a dynamic environment
• Develop and deliver business plans and performance targets based on trend analysis
• Monitor and achieve targeted objectives for market performance, efficiency and financial performance
• Lead and monitor sales team activities and performance such as long-range planning, pricing and promotions.
• Ensure a culture of ethics, integrity, and compliance is embedded in all business practices alongside full accountability for effective oversight and open upward reporting of compliance status in partnership with Global Compliance.

Requirements:

• A seasoned commercial leader with a proven track record of successfully leading teams across multiple therapeutic areas.
• Demonstrated experience in effectively managing and motivating teams to achieve exceptional results, with a strong emphasis on driving high performance.
• Possesses a comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical product development and commercialization in Malaysia and/or emerging markets, including a successful track record of leading new product launches for profitability.
• Proven ability to cultivate and manage relationships and collaborations with key decision makers in the local healthcare system, government agencies, regulatory bodies, and the patient community.
• Educational background in science and/or commerce, preferably complemented by an MBA from a reputable university.

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. AstraZeneca will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law. AstraZeneca only employs individuals with the right to work in the country/ies where the role is advertised.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.