Commercial Operations Director
Posted 1 day 13 hours ago by CK Group
Permanent
Not Specified
Other
Zürich, Zürich, Switzerland
Job Description
Job Title: Commercial Operations Director
Location: Boston, USA / Zurich, Switzerland
Business Unit: VBU Vaccines Business Unit
Reports To: Senior Director, Commercialization & Engagement Lead
Level: Senior Director
We are seeking a forward thinking Commercial Operations Director, to lead our company's commercial operations team. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, with a strong background in board and leadership communication, as well as experience as a Chief Operating Officer (COO). This role will be responsible for driving the company's commercial strategy, ensuring operational excellence, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Purpose of the Role:
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Day-to-day:
Apply:
If you are a professional with a strong background in Commercial Operations, and are looking for an engaging opportunity in Switzerland or Boston, we encourage you to apply for this position. Join our team and make a meaningful impact in this leading Pharma company
It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in Switzerland or the US. Please quote job reference in all correspondence.
Location: Boston, USA / Zurich, Switzerland
Business Unit: VBU Vaccines Business Unit
Reports To: Senior Director, Commercialization & Engagement Lead
Level: Senior Director
We are seeking a forward thinking Commercial Operations Director, to lead our company's commercial operations team. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, with a strong background in board and leadership communication, as well as experience as a Chief Operating Officer (COO). This role will be responsible for driving the company's commercial strategy, ensuring operational excellence, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Purpose of the Role:
- Drive the successful commercialization of new vaccine in key global travel markets.
- Lead commercial operations across EUCAN s Central & South-Eastern Europe (CSEE), and Wave 3 launch markets (Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Switzerland, Poland, Czech Republic, Israel).
- Collaborate with the Center of Excellence (CoE) on global forecasting and strategic assumptions.
- Enhance commercial capabilities across regions and local operating companies (LOCs).
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement strategic initiatives, to drive commercial success and growth.
- Collaborate with the executive team, to align commercial operations with the overall business strategy.
- Lead and mentor a team of commercial professionals, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
- Oversee sales, marketing, and business development functions to optimize market opportunities and revenue streams.
- Drive operational efficiency and effectiveness through process improvement, and scalable solutions.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including external partners and customers.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in a board or leadership role, with a deep understanding of driving commercial success.
- Previous experience as a Chief Operating Officer (COO), or holding a similar senior leadership position.
- Strong strategic thinking and the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- A track record of successfully leading and motivating teams to achieve business goals.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or a related field; MBA preferred.
Day-to-day:
- Communicating regularly with the executive team to align commercial operations with the company's strategic objectives.
- Analyzing market trends and identifying new business opportunities.
- Providing guidance and support to the sales, marketing, and business development teams to ensure alignment with commercial strategy.
- Reviewing and optimizing operational processes to drive efficiency and productivity.
- Engaging with external stakeholders and partners to build and maintain strong relationships.
Apply:
If you are a professional with a strong background in Commercial Operations, and are looking for an engaging opportunity in Switzerland or Boston, we encourage you to apply for this position. Join our team and make a meaningful impact in this leading Pharma company
It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in Switzerland or the US. Please quote job reference in all correspondence.