At AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves on crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledge-sharing, daring thinking, and innovation – ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions and even the globe. Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to build a strong culture of collaboration and partnership by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our head office and BlueSky Hub in downtown Toronto are purposely crafted with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm, and connect on key projects. Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca is an excellent place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why we’re taking bold actions to address some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention. As AstraZeneca continues to evolve in a fast-paced, digitally enabled healthcare landscape, delivering our commercial strategy means more than bringing science to market — it means transforming how we operate, connect, and create value for our partners. We’re looking for a Commercial Innovation Manager who will lead the charge in introducing cutting-edge sales tools, technologies, and processes that fuel enhanced customer engagement and elevate our field force performance. You will play a pivotal role within the Innovation & Business Excellence team, driving digital transformation and championing new capabilities across the Commercial organization. What You’ll Do Lead Digital Innovation Drive the development and implementation of new sales systems, tools, and technologies that align with AstraZeneca Canada's digital strategy. Expand Digital Reach Optimize and evolve existing digital capabilities and channels to enhance the customer experience through the field force. Champion Commercial Systems Act as the innovation lead for current and emerging commercial systems, working cross-functionally and globally to deliver next-generation sales capabilities. Design for Impact Lead the design and optimization of future sales force processes, ensuring they are efficient, effective, and user-centric. Change Management & Adoption Build and execute thoughtful change management plans to support the seamless launch of new Veeva capabilities and drive adoption within the sales organization. Project Management Excellence Serve as project lead for the end-to-end implementation of new tools and processes, ensuring on-time and on-target delivery. Vendor Collaboration Partner with external vendors to manage digital tools, programs, and technologies that enhance field capabilities. Performance Optimization Monitor key sales execution metrics and make data-driven recommendations to improve efficiency and outcomes. Field Engagement Maintain strong communication with the sales force to gather feedback, surface challenges, and celebrate early wins that support adoption. Global Alignment Articulate market needs effectively to influence global priorities and ensure local relevance of global innovations. What You Bring A Bachelor’s Degree with minimum of 2 years’ experience in pharmaceutical sales or supporting sales teams is an asset. Familiarity with CRM systems (Veeva/ Salesforce), marketing or omni digital creation strategies is an asset A high degree of initiative, agility, and urgency in a dynamic environment Proven success managing multiple priorities and leading cross-functional projects Exceptional project management, organizational, and analytical skills Creative thinking and a solution-oriented approach to problem-solving Strong communication and change management capabilities — verbal, written, and presentation Enthusiasm for working in ambiguous, fast-evolving environments Interest and general understanding of Generative AI and its potential in commercial environments Great People want to Work with us! Find out why: GTAA Top Employer Award for 10 years Top 100 Employers Award Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture Learn more about working with us in Canada View our YouTube channel This is the place to make a meaningful impact – on patients’ lives and your personal growth. It’s both exciting and inspiring, and it’s what keeps us motivated every day. Ready to make a difference? Apply now! AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com (mailto:AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com). Date Posted 10-Jun-2025 Closing Date 23-Jun-2025 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 authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.
