
Business Unit Head Rare Diseases
Almaty, Almaty- Job Type: Full Time
- Job Level: Senior
- Travel: Minimal (if any)
Takeda has been translating science into breakthrough medicines for 240 years. Every step of the way, our teams have worked together to tackle some of the most challenging problems in drug discovery and development. Today, we’re a driving force behind innovative therapies that make a lasting difference to millions of patients around the world.
In R&D, all of our history and potential comes together in an environment that welcomes diversity of thought and amplifies every voice. Working closely with colleagues, you’ll play a key role in bringing our rich pipeline of products forward to help patients. Come join a team that’s earned trust for more than two centuries, and find out how advancing transformative therapies at Takeda will shape your bright future.
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Job Description
Job Title:Business Unit Head Rare Diseases
Location: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Responsibilities:
Develop, implement and execute competitive Business Unit strategic plans and tactics in close cooperation with cross-functional team members
Establish a financial plan including units, sales and expenses in alignment with overall financial planning process and be accountable for achieving the forecast
Ensure brands, competition, market dynamics and levels of growth are analyzed on a regular basis and develop view on brand issues, market development, competitive positioning, customer segments and needs
Optimize results at every level through the development and implementation of strategic sales management in response to marketplace conditions including managed care and the competitive environment
Support Business unit as a sustainable competitive advantage within the pharmaceutical industry
Translate key financial plan drivers into specific, measurable and executable action plans for sales management and field force employees. Communicate and reinforce expectations around plan performance, marketing/sales strategy, and field sales force tactical execution plan at management and sales meetings
Develop, prepare and execute future launches as per plan with strong support and alignment of cross functional team
Co-develop, cross functionally, with market research and brand teams the key market trends and projected sales plan that directs the field forces toward achievement of company forecast and objectives
Expand products by innovative commercial programs and high-quality education programs for health care stakeholders
Identify, develop and maintain professional relationship with key customers, KOLs and scientific societies, identify new opportunities and ways to better meet customer needs, serve as role model in terms of customer orientation, to develop a high performing customer centric organization
Provide input for the development of products and anticipate customer need / solution approach
Apply broad knowledge and seasoned experience to address complex, critical issues, establish policies and plan procedures across sales function
Manage and monitor Field Sales Operating Budget. Develop guidelines for sales budget maintenance and gaiting. Measure regional performance against approved budget and actual performance
Provide leadership, direction and motivation to employees that enable them to achieve business objectives while enjoying a healthy work environment
Organize, control and coordinate inputs relating to staffing, training, developing and retaining of employees in BU
Co-develop (with Human Resources) implementation of retention, development, and diversity plans
Develop, implement, and manage all field force incentive and reward programs as well as customized sales force analysis to effectively manage optimal targeting, call planning, resource allocation, and performance evaluation within BU
Oversee and evaluate compliance of all Company policies
Act as key driver to strengthen reputation of Takeda in the country
Requirements:
A strategic yet hands-on approach, with the ability to operate with autonomy
Inspirational leadership skills with experience building and developing high-performing teams
Bring a solution driven mindset
Gravitas, commercial credibility, and confidence in engaging senior stakeholders
In-depth knowledge of the Kazakhstani pharmaceutical market
More about us:
At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.
Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.
Empowering our people to shine:
Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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