Business Unit Director / Business Unit Directoress

Join Our Team in Rare Disease Leadership

In the field of rare diseases, true leadership extends beyond driving performance; it embodies a commitment to driving purpose. In this pivotal role, you will shape the commercial strategy for our Rare Disease portfolio, creating an impact that genuinely transforms lives.

Your New Role

As a Business Unit Director, you will lead the identification, development, and implementation of business opportunities that empower Novo Nordisk Switzerland to strengthen its leadership in Rare Diseases. You will nurture the potential of our employees and embody Novo Nordisk’s vision, values, and commitments.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead strategic development and business planning for the Rare Disease business unit, defining goals, strategies, budgets, and identifying business opportunities to maximize the potential of Rare Disease in Switzerland.
• Oversee marketing and launch activities of Rare Disease products by preparing marketing plans, aligning investments with business strategy, and managing successful product launches.
• Coordinate cross-functional alignment between medical and marketing teams, contribute to pricing and reimbursement proposals/negotiations, and assess market research and competitive benchmarks.
• Direct customer-facing efforts, CRM and territory management systems, ROI evaluations, budget allocation, and set realistic, motivating sales targets and incentive systems.
• Lead and develop staff, uphold ethical standards and company procedures, and actively participate in management meetings and cross-functional project groups.

Your New Department

The Novo Nordisk Swiss Affiliate comprises a team of 100 highly engaged and skilled individuals dedicated to making Switzerland healthier by providing innovative solutions to those in need, partnering with society for the benefit of the most vulnerable, and delivering excellence and innovation in execution.

The Rare Disease team operates within this dynamic organization and consists of highly skilled, ambitious professionals focused on results and committed to the business ethics and values of Novo Nordisk. As a Business Unit Director for Rare Disease, you will report to the General Manager of Switzerland and be part of the affiliate leadership team.

Your Skills & Qualifications

As a natural leader, you demonstrate proven ownership and accountability. You are an effective collaborator and communicator, skilled at engaging with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders. Your entrepreneurial mindset allows you to think outside the box. Below are some key qualifications:

• A minimum of 5 years of progressive marketing experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Comprehensive commercial experience encompassing marketing, medical, field sales, as well as areas like new product planning, commercial operations, and market research.
• Expertise in Rare Disease or specialty care environments is a notable advantage.
• A growth-oriented mindset, enterprise leadership capabilities, and a successful track record in leading product launches.
• Self-motivated with the ability to inspire your team and colleagues through ambitious targets, clear goal setting, and quick decision-making.
• A Bachelor’s degree in science, healthcare, business, or a relevant field; fluency in Swiss German, English and ideally French; and an advanced degree (e.g., MBA) along with additional global commercial experience are preferred.

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day, we pursue solutions that combat serious chronic diseases. Approaching our work with an unconventional spirit, unwavering determination, and constant curiosity, we have built a unique company over the past 100 years. Here, a collective passion for our purpose, mutual respect, and a willingness to go beyond conventional boundaries yield extraordinary results.

Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.