• Job Description

  Req#: R00130601

  Company Description

  AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.

  Job Description

  • To be based in our Maidenhead HQ (hybrid working model 3 days in office)
  • Reporting to the Business Unit Director, Oncology
  • Part of the Oncology Leadership team at AbbVie UK
  • Excellent benefits, bonus and long term incentives, with strong career development opportunities

  Job Overview

  As part of the Oncology Leadership Team, placing the patient at the center of any efforts, the mission of the Business Unit Manager is to create, build and deliver the resourcing and launch plans for the brand and indications, supporting the delivery of the Oncology Business Unit Commercial and Financial Goals.

  Major Responsibilities:

  • Together with other affiliate’s functions involved (Regulatory Affairs, Medical, Market Access, Patient Engagement, Commercial), define local brand strategy, strategic priorities and action plans to establish the brand as the bispecific of choice in relevant indications.
  • Be the contact person with main Global and Area teams working on the pipeline assets, notably IMCO, Pipeline Commercialization & Strategy and Europe and provide UK insights to shape the strategic framework for future UK launches.
  • Partner effectively with medical lead to gain deep knowledge and understanding of all data and product profiles in within the pipeline therapy areas.
  • Create relationships with key external stakeholders in the pipeline therapy areas to deepen understanding of the environment and help building successful launch strategies and tactics.
  • Lead the Brand team, to maximise the positioning of the brand and any future launches and identify all significant gaps in the affiliate’s Launch Readiness Framework:
    • Ensure identified gaps are discussed in a timely manner and understood by BUD so as to support resourcing and prioritisation.
  • Effectively manage and execute all marketing and sales related brand activities as per Brand Plan, such as development and implementation of commercial Brand strategy and tactical Brand activities execution and deliver sales performance to maximize or exceed brand sales and margin within expense budgets.
  • Optimize resource utilization by leading, developing, and building the Sales Team including setting sales targets and incentive schemes, managing Sales Force Management Systems and Key Performance Indicators to continuously improve sales performance. Ensure regular updates on Sales Team skills in terms of medical, technical, and special in-field knowledge areas.
  • Professionally manage and build cross functional cooperation between key stakeholders. Ensure timely and qualitative market intelligence information flow to Brand Teams
  • Develop and coach talent and build succession plans in order to ensure continuous high performance and engaged talent pipeline in Sales and Marketing.

  Qualifications

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
  • Significant relevant experience with proven track record of success in a marketing, KAM and/or sales leadership position within biotech/pharmaceutical industry
  • Strong experience in managing commercial, KAM or medical team

  Competencies

  • Strong strategic thinking and people management
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Strong ability to operate in a matrix environment and build cross-function collaborative relationships
  • Ability to influence upwards and peers
  • Proven ability to demonstrate strong AbbVie leadership and leaders’ attributes

  Additional Information

  AbbVie's UK offices in Maidenhead prioritize accessibility and employee well-being, creating a welcoming environment for everyone. The office includes a large car park for easy access, as well as step-free entry, accessible restrooms, and elevators to accommodate individuals with mobility challenges. The workspace features assistive technologies and adaptable workstations, fostering an inclusive culture. Additionally, there is a dedicated quiet zone for those who prefer to work without distraction. This area maximizes natural light and is strategically positioned for easy access with minimal noise disturbances. If you need specific information or have questions about accessibility arrangements, please let us know during the process.

  AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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