Consultant – Commercial Strategy

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

📋 Description

• Lead a workstream(s) within a project engagement by planning, organizing, and overseeing all facets of delivery, including scope, quality, resources, risk, and timelines.

• Take responsibility for the complete design, development, and delivery of project outcomes that align with specific project goals and objectives.

• Identify and proactively address challenges faced by the Client.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for the Client regarding operational project inquiries, fostering trusted relationships with Client stakeholders through both in-person and remote interactions.

• Oversee the work and priorities of Associate Consultants within your workstream.

• Provide support and mentorship to Associates, aiding in their skill and professional development.

• Exhibit a capacity for quickly assimilating new knowledge.

• Demonstrate strong business acumen.

• Stay informed about new advancements in advisory services capabilities and industry trends.

• Contribute to business development initiatives and proposals.

• Assist in the creation and dissemination of thought leadership.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with an outstanding academic record.

• Over 3 years of experience in management consulting.

• Background in Life Sciences, particularly in Commercial Operations/Commercial Excellence or consulting within this sector.

• Strong understanding of Commercial, with in-depth expertise in two or more of the following areas: multi-channel strategy and optimization, product launch, go-to-market strategy, commercial model design, key account planning and management, segmentation and targeting, insight and analytics, and brand strategy.

• Familiarity with commercial/marketing technology and how business consulting services can leverage and support these technologies.

• Knowledge of the business capabilities and drivers that underpin digital technology in Health and Life Sciences, as well as the market forces and trends influencing industry changes.

• Proven analytical and data science skills, with the ability to assess problems both quantitatively and qualitatively and effectively communicate solutions across various issues.

• A proactive problem-solving approach: anticipating challenges early, analyzing them, and finding solutions proactively.

• Highly developed project management abilities.

• Proficient in facilitating collaboration among team members.

• Capable of working effectively with individuals at all organizational levels and establishing credibility swiftly.

• Possess a strong personal impact with the ability to influence and persuade a diverse range of stakeholders.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Japanese.

• Willingness to travel approximately 50%, subject to variations based on engagement/environment.

• A valid working Visa for Japan is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package.

• Opportunities for rapid advancement in a high-growth business environment.

• Veeva Giving: Financial contributions to the social causes you are passionate about.

• Health and wellness programs.