VP & General Manager, Canada

Incyte Corporation; Pointe-Claire; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical firm is seeking a Regional Vice President – General Manager for Canada. The role requires strong leadership to define and execute the strategic vision for the affiliate, ensuring growth and compliance. The successful candidate will have extensive leadership experience in the industry, ideally with P&L responsibility, and strong influencing skills. Knowledge of oncology and specialty care is preferred. This executive will represent Canada as a strategic growth driver within the International Leadership Team.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in the biopharmaceutical industry with P&L ownership.
• Experience in sales & marketing of Rx medicines including analytics and market access.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in French is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the strategic vision for Incyte Canada.
• Lead the affiliate to achieve ambitious growth and success.
• Build and retain high-performing teams.
• Ensure excellence in representation at conferences and forums.

Skills

Strategic vision

Leadership and mentorship

Influencing and negotiation skills

Problem-solving orientation

Healthcare industry knowledge

Education

Advanced degree in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, or business

Job description

Aperçu

Incyte Canada is entering one of the most transformative chapters of its journey. As the organization prepares for upcoming launches and rapid growth, it faces an equally significant opportunity to strengthen its reputation, credibility, and influence across a complex national healthcare landscape.

Position Summary

Incyte Canada is entering one of the most transformative chapters of its journey. As the organization prepares for upcoming launches and rapid growth, it faces an equally significant opportunity to strengthen its reputation, credibility, and influence across a complex national healthcare landscape.

The Regional Vice President – General Manager, Canada will lead this evolution. This executive will hold full P&L responsibility for the Canadian affiliate act as the architect of Incyte’s long-term success in Canada, shaping strategy, building trust with government and healthcare institutions, and positioning the company as a respected and innovative partner within the Canadian biopharmaceutical ecosystem.

This role calls for an entrepreneurial, visionary leader — someone who combines strategic foresight with operational excellence, inspires teams, and exemplifies Incyte’s values of integrity, scientific rigor, and commitment to patients. As Canada will be an important core markets in the International region, the GM will also be a member of the International Leadership Team where he / she can influence the strategic direction of the region.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Commercial Leadership

• Define and execute the strategic vision for Incyte Canada, ensuring alignment with global and regional objectives while adapting to local dynamics.
• Lead the affiliate to achieve ambitious growth and profitability goals through the successful launch and lifecycle management of Incyte’s portfolio.
• Anticipate future market challenges, driving innovation, agility, and competitiveness in a highly regulated environment.
• Ensure organizational readiness for upcoming launches by integrating medical, commercial, and operational excellence.

Market Access & Government Affairs

• Strengthen Incyte’s presence and reputation with federal and provincial health authorities, payers, and industry stakeholders.
• Lead market access strategies and reimbursement negotiations that balance patient access, innovation, and sustainable business growth.
• Influence policy discussions and represent Incyte as a credible, trusted voice in the evolution of the Canadian healthcare landscape.

Organizational Development & People Leadership

• Build, develop, and retain high-performing teams capable of delivering strategic and operational excellence.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, empowerment, and continuous learning.
• Mentor the leadership team to ensure alignment, succession readiness, and long‑term organizational strength.

Reputation & Corporate Visibility

• Elevate Incyte’s profile and awareness across Canada, strengthening its image as a science‑driven, ethical, and patient‑focused organization.
• Engage actively with key opinion leaders, patient associations, and professional societies to enhance understanding and advocacy for Incyte’s therapies.
• Ensure excellence in representation at national and international conferences, symposia, and industry forums.

Governance & Compliance

• Uphold Incyte’s standards of integrity, ethics, and compliance across all operations.
• Ensure full adherence to Canadian laws, regulations, and corporate governance requirements.

International Leadership Team

• Contribute to the International Leadership Team, representing Canada as a strategic growth driver within the broader Incyte organization.

Qualifications & Experience

• Advanced degree in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, or business.
• Extensive and progressive leadership experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, including P&L ownership at affiliate or regional level.
• Experience in sales & marketing of Rx medicines including analytics, KAM, and market access.
• Knowledge in oncology/hematology/dermatology or specialty care preferred.
• Strong understanding of pricing, regulatory, and reimbursement procedures.
• Proven managerial ability across multiple business functions.
• Track record in attracting, developing, and retaining top talent.
• Strong management information system/sales management system knowledge.
• Experience liaising with authorities and specialist healthcare professionals.
• Excellent influencing and negotiation skills.
• Solutions-oriented with strong problem‑solving.
• Robust, resilient, and internationally oriented.

Language Skills

• Fluent in English; proficiency in French is a strong asset.

The Incyte Leadership Mindset

At Incyte, leadership means more than managing performance — it means inspiring transformation. The successful candidate will be:

• A visionary: able to anticipate future challenges and translate strategy into action.
• A relationship builder: credible and trusted by internal and external stakeholders alike.
• A culture shaper: fostering integrity, inclusion, and empowerment across teams.
• An entrepreneur at heart: driving innovation, agility, and excellence in every dimension of the business.