Commercial Operations Director

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:

• 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.