Executive Director, Haematology, International Commercial Launch Strategy

Role

Full-time

Permanent

Director

Executive & Management

Logistics

Basel (City)

Hybrid

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: 169,400.00 - 314,600.00 CHF

Closes in 30 days

Requirements

15+ yrs exp

Skills

Therapeutic area strategyStakeholder engagementProfit and Loss (P&L) leadershipRegulatory knowledgeLifecycle managementCustomer-centered engagementLaunch strategy developmentOperational excellenceHaematology expertiseEvidence-based decision-makingCompetitive IntelligenceRisk Management

Compensation

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: 169,400.00 - 314,600.00 CHF

Description

In this senior International CLS leadership role, you will help shape the global launch strategy for a transformative treatment in one of two blood disorders; chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) or myelofibrosis (MF), driving impact across diverse markets and healthcare systems. You will combine scientific insight, commercial expertise, and cross-functional partnership to support timely market entry and sustainable growth. Working closely with international and country teams, you will guide strategic decision-making, integrate market and customer insights, and encourage innovative approaches that expand patient access and strengthen leadership in haematology. This is an opportunity to influence the journey from development to commercialisation while enabling teams across regions to make a meaningful difference for people living with serious blood cancers.

Responsibilities

Shape the international launch strategy for a leading CML or MF treatment, ensuring alignment with haematology priorities and patient needs.
Coordinate cross-functional collaboration across medical, regulatory, access, commercial, and supply teams to support effective execution.
Enable launch readiness across priority markets by identifying risks early and supporting practical mitigation plans.
Use market insights, competitive intelligence, and stakeholder feedback to refine global positioning and messaging.
Partner with regional and country teams to support local execution while maintaining alignment with global strategy.
Define, monitor, and govern critical launch milestones and performance indicators to support timely, evidence-based decisions.
Communicate clearly with senior leaders on vision, progress, and strategic priorities across international markets.
Promote strong standards of compliance, operational excellence, and best practice in launch execution.
Contribute to development planning by helping shape target product profiles and evidence needs that support market access potential.
Lead commercial excellence initiatives and strengthen customer-centred engagement approaches across regions.

Requirements

Recent, significant Profit and Loss (P&L) leadership experience at country level.
Approximately 15 years of progressive commercial experience across country and above‑country roles.
Proven success leading launches and shaping therapeutic area strategy across diverse international markets.
Strong understanding of hematology or related specialty areas, with experience translating scientific insights into strategic plans.
Demonstrated ability to lead in complex, fast‑evolving environments and deliver results across high‑growth markets.
Expertise in turning scientific data into differentiated value propositions across pre‑launch and lifecycle management phases.
Consistent record of influencing cross‑unit and cross‑functional teams to achieve shared strategic goals.
Ability to integrate multiple market insights and stakeholder perspectives to guide clear, evidence‑based decision‑making.

Tech stack

Business DevelopmentBusiness StrategiesCollaborationCurious MindsetData AnalyticsDecision MakingFinanceGo-to-Market StrategiesInfluencing SkillsLeadershipOperations (Inactive)PrioritizationStrategic AlliancesStrategic Planning

Benefits

In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.
The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives.
We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs.
In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.
Long-term equity awards granted at group level may also be part of your package.

Company

Novartis

Pharmaceuticals

Welcome to where we thrive together! Our aspiration at Novartis is to grow by ensuring every patient has access to the medicine they need as soon as possible.