Job Description

OUR COMPANY

At Boehringer Ingelheim we develop breakthrough therapies that improve the lives of both humans and animals. Founded in 1885 and family-owned ever since, Boehringer Ingelheim takes a long-term perspective.

Now, we are powered by 52,000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture. We believe that if we have talented and ambitious people who are passionate about innovation, there is no limit to what we can achieve.

THE POSITION

The position reports to the Managing Director and serves as a member of the Senior Leadership team.

This position participates with the Executive team directors Managing Director and other management staff in charting the direction of the division, assuring its accountability and ensuring its effective operation within the organization, the position has primary working relationships with other senior management team, staff of the finance, distribution, Communications/P.R.function, Medical and other enabling functions.

Functionally, the position reports to the Head of AH ALAMEA Region, and is a member of the ALAMEA Leadership Team. Works together with the Regional Business Manager to ensure the adaptation and implementation of the global strategy and global / regional initiatives.

Tasks & responsibilities

Strategy and business results delivery:

- Lead AH OPU management team/organisation to effectively implement corporate, global and regional strategies at the local level to achieve agreed KPIs/targets.

- Identifies market trends, risks and growth opportunities and provide insights to the ROPU on ways to anticipate and successfully address them and embrace customer needs.

- Builds external networks, develops and maintains strong relationships with key customers, opinion leaders, industry associations and government representatives to facilitate AH strategy implementation and achieve the business objectives.

- Overall P&L, budget and profitability responsibility for OPU AH business.

Compliance and risk management:

- Acts as legal representative and compliance champion for the OPU AH business to ensure that the business meets legal requirements, regulatory and ethical standards as well as overall compliance with BI policies and procedures.

- Ensures that the corporate procedure on crisis prevention and management is properly implemented and followed through.

- Responsible for crisis management and media relations activities to protect the reputation of the company and the safety of all employees in alignment with the ROPU.

- Fosters a culture that realizes and delivers Value through Innovation and builds an environment of mutual trust which allows issues to be brought forward and resolved

- Acts as guardian of BI values and culture

Compliance and risk management:

- Acts as legal representative and compliance champion for the OPU AH business to ensure that the business meets legal requirements, regulatory and ethical standards as well as overall compliance with BI policies and procedures.

- Ensures that the corporate procedure on crisis prevention and management is properly implemented and followed through.

- Responsible for crisis management and media relations activities to protect the reputation of the company and the safety of all employees in alignment with the ROPU.

- Fosters a culture that realizes and delivers Value through Innovation and builds an environment of mutual trust which allows issues to be brought forward and resolved

- Acts as guardian of BI values and culture

Requirements

• Degree qualified with post graduate business qualifications (e.g. MBA, MSc) with major on veterinary and/or economics
• Core Marketing, Sales, General Management and Financial acumen
• Minimum 15 years' experience with 6-7 years in P&L management
• In depth knowledge of leading in a multi-channel environment, with particular interest in strategic account, retail and prescription businesses. Excellent knowledge of government and legislative workings. Strong Finance background. Keen sense of vision and strategy.
• Not less than 8 years of Leadership experience (leading employees, projects, business/functions). International experience and exposure is good to have.
• Must have been in charge of Sales Functions and also have had Marketing responsibility of an Operating Unit prior to this position. It would be very advantageous if the candidate has experience in managing Third Party Sales and/or Marketing organisations.
• Strategic business thinking, People Management Skills, Project Management, Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills, Negotiation Skills, Strong Business Acumen, Operational Management Experience, Improvement Skills, Strong Drive to achieve results, Analytical thinking, Teamwork, Decision making, Good relationships within the company and with main competitors. Ability to handle public and media relations. High ethical standards and integrity are "must haves".
• Fluent in English, both written and oral.

WHY BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM?

With us, you can grow, collaborate, innovate and improve lives.

We offer challenging work in a respectful and friendly global working environment surrounded by a world of innovation driven mindsets and practices. In addition, learning and development for all employees is key, because your growth is our growth. We also offer a competitive salary, generous amount of vacation time, numerous benefits towards your wellness & financial health and work-life balance. Plus, an onsite gym, best-in-class cafeterias and coffee bars to keep you energized and healthy and other various benefits and rewards. Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment, which benefits our employees, patients and communities.

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