Director, Corporate Strategy & Business Development

Position

Vollzeit

Festanstellung

Director

Führung & Management

Konditionen

Geneva, Genf

Vor Ort

100%

Anforderungen

8+ J. Erfahrung

Master

Skills

LicensingValuationDue diligenceMarket AnalysisBusiness DevelopmentCross-Functional Leadershiprisk assessmentsFinancial risk analysisStakeholder engagementCompetitive Strategy DevelopmentStrategic PartnershipsDiscounted Cash Flow Analysis

Sprachen

Englisch

Beschreibung

This role is part of Alcon's Commercial & General Management function, a team that oversees the company's commercial strategies to ensure operational efficiency and support strategic decision making as we transform the eye care industry. The Director, Corporate Strategy & Business Development (Professional Path), is primarily responsible for identifying and developing strategies for acquisitions, licenses, partnerships, and alliances. You will drive comprehensive analysis on opportunities, support strategic projects in new areas, and assist leadership in aligning the organization with strategic goals.

Aufgaben

Support BD&L priority area definition across franchises (Surgical, Vision Care & Pharma), including scoping and executing landscape work (jointly with Search & Evaluation and the Franchises), assessing unmet medical need, opportunity sizing, identifying high level product requirements, etc.
Drive business growth by supporting the evaluation and recommendation of externally sourced product/business opportunities, including: Developing opportunity and competitive landscape scans, Articulating strategic rationale, including -fit- in Alcon portfolio, role in future standard of care, etc.
Developing early technical perspectives on technologies (in collaboration with S&E, and with input from R&D colleagues)
Conducting commercial assessments, including working with 3rd parties to conduct market, epidemiology and/or payer research
Developing business cases and financial analyses, including valuation, P&Ls, cash flow analyses, sensitivity analyses, and other relevant financial metrics
Leading cross-functional teams to assess opportunities (technical & commercial), including leading due diligence on investment opportunities
Obtain feedback from project sponsors and key stakeholders, and ensure alignment
Working with potential partner companies to increase understanding of and scope opportunities
Identifying risks, mitigation and options to implement
Present external opportunities to Alcon leaders in various internal settings
When needed, may be involved in deal negotiation, risk mitigation, and execution to implement approved opportunities, while supporting internal processes to get approval and finalize these deals
Prepare and develop high quality presentations for internal (e.g., Alcon Deal Committee, Board of Directors) and external use (e.g., industry conferences)
Represent Alcon and participate in external industry associations, alliances, and partnership for market development

Anforderungen

A strong mix of scientific and financial competences is required for this role
Scientific background: MSc or PhD in a relevant field (e.g., engineering, biology, physics, etc.) or a medical degree (e.g., OD, MD). MBA is a plus
Significant knowledge of the pharmaceutical and/or medical device (surgical) industry, preferably in both fields. Direct experience in ophthalmology is also preferred
Experience developing commercial assessments and forecasts for pharmaceutical and/or medical device products, including conducting market research
At least 8 years of relevant work experience in: Consulting at a top-tier firm, PE or VC focused on medical devices and/or biopharma, and/or BD&L at major pharmaceutical or medical device companies
Team leadership (cross-functional), project management, and negotiation experience
Strong stakeholder management experience including presenting to executive committees/ C-suite
The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English; other languages are a plus

Vorteile

Manage your own workload and schedule while hitting your set targets
Collaborate with teammates to share best practices and learnings as work evolves
See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities

Unternehmen

C222 Alcon Management SA Unternehmen

Pharmaceuticals

At Alcon, we're passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly. With more than 25,000 associates, we innovate fearlessly, champion progress, and act swiftly to impact global eye health. We foster an inclusive culture, recognizing your contributions and offering opportunities to grow your career like never before. Together, we make a difference in the lives of our patients and customers. Are you ready to join us?