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Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Science or related field, or equivalent.
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Relevant business experience with a proven track record of success within the biotech/pharmaceutical industry.
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Sales management in Oncology is an asset (minimum of 2 years).
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Proven track record of successful leadership, management and coaching of cross functional teams or functional individuals and teams. (minimum of five years).
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Head Office experience is an asset (minimum two years).
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Knowledge of cancer centres and relationships with key Oncology stakeholders is considered an asset.
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Marketing and other commercial experiences with an understanding of financial processes, Market Access, Project Management skills and knowledge of the Regulatory environment within biotech/pharmaceutical industry preferred.
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Recognized as talent developer in local biotech / pharmaceutical environment.
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Ability to build strong relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and other relevant stakeholders.
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Ability to think and plan strategically (work plans, activities, timetables, targeting) and operating with execution excellence.
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Conversational French, and English language proficiency verbally and in writing.
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Digital savvy: must be at ease with technology, the use of various tools/systems as part of performing the day-to-day role and with learning new systems.
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Position will require overnight travel about 40 to 50% of the time.
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Requires a valid driver's license and passport.
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In depth understanding and execution of strategies and making data-based business decisions to exceed IFT business goals.
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Proven ability to:
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Lead the execution, monitor and evaluate progress against integrated account plans, adjusting them if required, and support the team through all the processes.
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Display a sound business judgment (having a 'general manager' mindset by assessing local market and setting direction) enabling to predict contingent outcomes from both customer and competitive perspectives.
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Leverage marketing and market knowledge, in depth understanding of data analysis and optimal usage of dedicated tools in their planning and decision-making, enabling to optimally drive the IFT methodology execution and lead teams to reach outstanding business goals.
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Drive a cross-boundary In-Field team collaboration by inspiring team leveraging on thoughtful leadership, clarity of vision and credibility.
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Work in a cross-function matrix, understanding each function priorities and requirements whilst ensuring that Brand Team priorities, shared goals and integrated account plans are clearly understood and executed among all IFT functions.
