Commercial Lead Partner Markets

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Switzerland.

📋 Description

• Formulate and implement the comprehensive business strategy for the CEE, MENA, and LATAM regions in alignment with global corporate goals.

• Spearhead brand planning initiatives with partners to ensure effective and high-quality execution.

• Assist in forecasting, annual operational planning, and long-range business development.

• Identify opportunities for growth and prioritize commercialization efforts.

• Serve as the primary commercial liaison for distributors and commercialization partners.

• Facilitate governance meetings and conduct business reviews.

• Track KPIs and assess partner performance.

• Promote accountability and enhance capability development.

• Collaborate on and lead business cases for market expansion, partnerships, and entry into new geographies.

• Refine partner models and commercialization strategies in line with the Argenx Way.

• Evaluate investment needs, risks, and return on investment (ROI).

• Oversee launch readiness and execution efforts in partner markets.

• Coordinate cross-functional launch planning activities.

• Support launch sequencing in close collaboration with pricing and monitor overall performance.

• Ensure high-quality commercial execution led by partners.

• Work closely with Medical Affairs, Market Access, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Finance, Legal, Compliance, and Global Commercial teams.

• Act as a connection point between global marketing teams, the EPM leadership team, and partners.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the cluster Launch Excellence Leads to foster engagement, growth, and results.

• Cultivate a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability among teams.

• Conduct comprehensive market analysis, competitive assessments, and gather customer insights to identify emerging trends and opportunities.

• Leverage market intelligence to make data-driven decisions and adapt strategies accordingly.

• Ensure compliance with local regulations and Argenx standards in all activities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 15 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry.

• A robust background in marketing and sales is essential.

• Demonstrated experience as a Commercial Lead / Business Unit Director or in a senior commercial leadership role with a successful track record in managing business operations and fostering growth.

• Significant experience in specialty care, immunology, neurology, rheumatology, oncology, rare diseases, or innovative therapeutics.

• Experience in emerging markets and distributor management is essential (GCC, CEE, and/or LATAM).

• Previous experience working for a distributor is a notable advantage.

• Ideally, experience in mid-sized to small biotech or pharmaceutical companies.

• Proven success in product launches, brand planning, and partner management.

• Strategic thinker with a solid business acumen.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Results-oriented and proactive individual, passionate about exceeding expectations.

• Capable of influencing and managing stakeholders effectively.

• Possess an entrepreneurial mindset focused on growth and execution.

• Ability to thrive in complex, multicultural environments.

• A strong passion for improving patient outcomes.

🏝️ Benefits

• This position is eligible to participate in our short-term and long-term incentives program.