Director – Commercial Operations
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Job Description
Structured overview of role & requirementsAbout This Role
Lead strategic direction and governance of Commercial Operations across multiple functions including Sales Force Effectiveness, Business Practices, New Product Planning, Financial Patients Program, and Operations in India.
Drive operational excellence and commercial execution to support business growth, including launch readiness and patient access programs.
Act as enterprise integrator coordinating cross-functional teams (Legal, Finance, HR, Supply Chain, Global/Regional) to ensure alignment and delivery against commercial objectives.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent preferred.
Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical, healthcare, biotechnology, or life sciences industry, with leadership experience in Commercial Operations or related functions.
Must have strong knowledge of pharmaceutical commercial models, compliance, governance, and risk management.
No visa sponsorship provided; role is hybrid with no travel required; relocation is domestic.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Experienced leader with proven ability to manage large, multifunctional teams and influence across matrix organizations.
Strong strategic planner with demonstrated success in commercial effectiveness, business transformation, and stakeholder management in pharmaceutical environment.
Data-driven and operationally rigorous, with capability in digital tools, analytics, governance, and process improvement for commercial excellence.
