APSO NPP China and Regional Commercial Director

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Job Function:

Marketing

Job Sub Function:

Strategic Marketing

Job Category:

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:

Beijing, China, Shanghai, China

Job Description:

Job Description: APSO NPP China (IMM/NS/CV/PH) and Regional Commercial (CV/PH) DirectorLocation: Beijing or Shanghai, China | Reports to: Vice President, Commercial Strategy, APSOPosition Overview

This role will play a pivotal leadership role in driving New Product Planning (NPP) initiatives for China, with a primary focus on Immunology, Autoantibody, Neuroscience, CV (Cardiovascular) and PH (Pulmonary Hypertension) therapeutic areas. This role is based in either Beijing or Shanghai and includes approximately 10% travel. The Director will report directly to the Vice President, Commercial Strategy, APSO, and will lead a high-performing team, including two New Product Planning Associate Directors, with a strong emphasis on talent development and performance excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Lead the development and execution of New Product Planning strategies for the China market, with 90% focus on Immunology, Autoantibody, Neuroscience, and PH therapeutic areas.

• Team Management: Directly manage and develop two New Product Planning Associate Directors. Foster a culture of high performance, continuous learning, and professional growth.

• Market Analysis: Oversee in-depth market assessments, competitive landscape analysis, and opportunity identification to support robust business cases for new product launches.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work collaboratively with Commercial, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and Global NPP teams to align China’s NPP strategies with global objectives and local market realities.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with internal and external stakeholders to gather insights, validate assumptions, and ensure successful product planning and launch readiness.

• Talent Development: Drive the growth and development of direct reports, implementing best-in-class talent management and succession planning practices.

• Performance Management: Set clear objectives, monitor progress, and ensure delivery of key milestones and business outcomes within set timelines and budgets.

• Reporting & Communication: Provide regular updates and strategic recommendations to the Vice President, Commercial Strategy, APSO, and other senior leaders.

• Travel: Approximately 20% travel within China and occasionally internationally as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Business, or related field; advanced degree (MBA, MS, PhD) preferred.

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with significant exposure to New Product Planning and commercial strategy in China.

• Proven leadership experience managing teams and developing talent.

• Strong knowledge of Immunology, Autoantibody, Neuroscience, and PH therapeutic areas in the China market.

• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and influence at all levels of the organisation.

• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills.

• Fluent in Mandarin and English (spoken and written).

• Based in Beijing or Shanghai, with ability to travel as needed (approx. 10%).

Key Competencies

• Strategic Vision and Execution

• Team Leadership and Talent Development

• Business Acumen and Market Insight

• Stakeholder Management

• Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• Adaptability and Agility

Why Join Us?

This is an outstanding opportunity to lead and shape the future of New Product Planning for the China market in highly innovative and impactful therapeutic areas. This role will be instrumental in building and nurturing a high-performance team, driving strategic growth, and making a significant difference in patients’ lives.

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Brand Marketing, Brand Marketing, Brand Positioning Strategy, Business Alignment, Business Storytelling, Business Valuations, Consulting, Critical Thinking, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision Making, Developing Others, Digital Strategy, Execution Focus, Financial Analysis, Go-to-Market Strategies, Inclusive Leadership, Industry Analysis, Leadership, Market Research, Negotiation, Problem Solving, Product Development Lifecycle, Product Portfolio Management {+ 4 more}