Head of External Markets (Full-time, Office-based)

We are looking for an experienced and results-driven leader to join our team as Head of International Business Development.

This role is responsible for leading and expanding the Company’s business across multiple international markets, developing sustainable growth strategies, and ensuring strong commercial performance. The successful candidate will combine strategic thinking with hands-on leadership and a deep understanding of pharmaceutical business operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and drive the Company’s business development and commercial growth across multiple international markets.
• Develop and execute country and regional business strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
• Manage and develop cross-functional and multicultural teams, ensuring high performance and accountability.
• Identify new market opportunities, evaluate business potential, and lead market entry and expansion initiatives.
• Oversee the full commercial cycle, including portfolio strategy, product launches, pricing, marketing initiatives, and sales development.
• Ensure effective collaboration with internal functions, including Regulatory Affairs, Marketing, Medical, Supply Chain, Finance, and Business Operations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, distributors, healthcare partners, and government institutions.
• Monitor market dynamics, competitive landscape, and regulatory changes to identify risks and growth opportunities.
• Drive business performance through clear KPIs, financial planning, and operational excellence.

Requirements:

• Higher education in Pharmacy, Medicine, Economics, or a related field.
• At least 8−10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including senior commercial leadership roles.
• Proven experience managing business operations as a Cluster/Regional Manager.
• Demonstrated success in delivering sustainable business growth and achieving commercial targets in international markets.
• Strong people leadership experience with a proven track record of building, managing, and developing high-performing teams.
• Deep understanding of pharmaceutical business processes, including commercial operations, regulatory affairs, market access, government procurement, distribution, and compliance.
• Strong marketing expertise, including portfolio management, product lifecycle management, launch planning, brand strategy, and promotional campaign execution.
• Excellent strategic planning, business development, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical mindset with solid financial and commercial acumen.
• Fluent English (written and spoken).
• Willingness to travel internationally.

We Offer:

• A strategic leadership role with responsibility for multiple international markets.
• The opportunity to shape and execute the Company’s international growth strategy.
• A dynamic and collaborative working environment with significant decision-making authority.
• Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and performance.
• Professional development opportunities within a growing international pharmaceutical company.

If you are motivated by ambitious goals, thrive in a dynamic international environment, and are ready to take the next step in your leadership career, please send us your CV.

We look forward to meeting exceptional professionals who are ready to grow with us and make a real difference.