Franchise Lead- Neurology

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we fuel ambitious thinking with the power to encourage life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn’t mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our outstanding and ambitious world.

Are you ready to take the helm and lead a high-performing team in one of the most exciting areas of the pharmaceutical industry? As a Franchise Lead, you’ll be the driving force behind achieving bold revenue and profit targets while shaping the future of the Neurology therapeutic area.

This is a role for a bold, strategic problem solver who thrives on collaboration and innovation. You’ll inspire your team, partner with cross-functional leaders, and create a culture where new insights thrive, and big goals are achieved.

What You’ll Do

Performance

• Lead the strategy: Develop and lead the cross functional implementation of the therapeutic area strategy.  Lead the therapeutic area P&L including ownership of forecasts, operating expenses, revenue, patient dynamics, and supply.
• Deliver results: Ensure local plans are aligned with global strategies, and meet financial/commercial critical metrics, including revenue and earnings targets.
• Drive success: Lead all aspects of business planning processes, optimize resource allocation, and develop actionable plans to address any challenges.
• Innovate for growth: Identify new business opportunities, craft an ambitious vision, and drive the growth of the therapeutic area with daring sales objectives.

Organization

• Be the face of Neurology: Build positive relationships with key partners, including Key Opinion Leaders, and position the therapeutic area as a leader in the field.
• Collaborate seamlessly: Ensure alignment with the International TA Leadership Team and cultivate effective partnerships across functions.
• Reinvent the future: Champion new ways of working, including digital and multichannel strategies, and continuously measure the impact of these initiatives.

People Leadership

• Encourage excellence: Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse and high-performing Sales and Marketing team, equipping them for success in an evolving market.
• Build a legacy: Attract and retain top talent, develop a culture of continuous growth, and establish a talent pipeline for long-term organizational success.
• Cultivate growth: Implement People & Culture Plan with a focus on individual development, inclusion, and well-being.

What You Bring

Skills & Experience

• Educational foundation: A bachelor's degree in business administration, science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Industry expertise: 15+ years in the pharmaceutical industry, including 5+ years leading sales and marketing teams. 
• Proven results: A track record of delivering commercial brand goals and financial targets within budget.
• Strategic vision: Experience in omnichannel marketing, lead generation, and navigating matrixed organizations.
• Leadership excellence: Strong emotional intelligence, customer focus, and the ability to encourage and lead teams with varied strengths.
• Market knowledge: A deep understanding of Canada’s market access environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a specialty care or rare disease environment.
• Expertise in the Neurology therapeutic area.
• Fluency in French.

At Alexion, you will find a collaborative culture that encourages innovation and a diverse environment where your contributions are valued. You will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of rare disease research and make a substantial difference in patients' lives.

Alexion embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We follow all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

Ready to lead and inspire? Apply now and take the first step towards an exciting career at Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.