VP GM, Central Cluster

Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical; Paris; Hybride; EUR 120 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading biopharmaceutical company in Paris is looking for a Vice President General Manager to drive business strategy and market entry in France and Benelux. The ideal candidate will lead launch strategies for rare disease products, ensuring operational excellence and revenue growth. Applicants should possess extensive experience in affiliate management and a strong network within the healthcare ecosystem. This role requires fluency in French and English and involves hybrid working arrangements.

Prestations

Generous vacation time

Long term incentive plans

Employee wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in biopharmaceutical leadership.
• Direct commercial experience in France with a focus on rare disease products.
• Fluency in French and English.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute robust cluster strategy for successful launches.
• Drive revenue growth and ensure achievement of commercial targets.
• Build and manage a high-performing team.

Connaissances

Affiliate management

Product launches

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Formation

Advanced degree in Life Sciences or Business (MBA, MD, PharmD, PhD preferred)

Description du poste

Overview

Why Join Us

Be a hero for our rare disease patients

At Ultragenyx we believe in taking real, impactful action to care for patients and our people. Our vision is to lead the future of rare disease medicine by going where others won’t go, challenging the status quo, and creating a new model that advances our field so more patients and caregivers can benefit from life-changing treatments. We follow science, apply a novel rapid development approach, make innovative medicines at fair and reasonable prices, and create a collaborative ecosystem to reach patients in ways that are most meaningful for them.

Our commitment to patients extends to our people. Culture is an essential cornerstone for Ultragenyx, and we focus on creating a supportive and inclusive environment with profound learning and growth so employees can thrive in all aspects of life. We want to be an organization where our family, friends, and children would be proud to work.

If you want to have a meaningful impact, do the best work of your career, and grow personally and professionally, come join our team.

Position Summary :

The Vice President General Manager France and Benelux (Central Cluster) is responsible for driving the overall business strategy and shaping the Go To Market model across these countries as Ultragenyx grows its footprint and prepares to launch 2-4 key new rare disease assets in the coming 5 years. The General Manager will ensure the long-term sustainability of the Cluster in line with company policies and applicable regulations in its area of coverage.

The VP GM will collaborate with cross-functional leaders at Global, EMEA Region, and other country clusters to design innovative business models, optimize field readiness for new launches, expand omnichannel capabilities, ensure operational excellence, and shape portfolio lifecycle management in alignment with the company mission.

The ideal candidate has deep experience in affiliate management and execution in the designated cluster countries, product launches, pricing and market access negotiations with payers, omnichannel/digital and field excellence, leadership and organizational rigor, communication and stakeholder management, and a track record of bringing innovative rare disease therapies to patients.

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Work Model :

Flex : This role will typically require onsite work 2-3 days each week or more depending on business, many locations. The business will set certain days each week that Flex employees are required to be onsite.

Responsibilities :

• Develop and execute robust cluster strategy for successful launches of rare disease products across different therapeutic areas and delivery platforms (e.g., Small molecule, Gene Therapies, Biologics) for France and Benelux aligned with regional and global objectives and strategy.
• Drive revenue growth and ensure achievement of commercial targets. Optimize profitability and the cluster P&L through effective budgeting, planning, and financial management.
• Build and manage a scalable, high-performing team including field resources, medical affairs, market access and pricing, business operations.
• Drive a culture of excellence and achieve operational effectiveness by developing talent and continuing to build key capabilities to support growth. Lead product launches, market access and pricing strategies across the cluster in strong collaboration with the respective EMEA regional leaders.
• Define and execute strategies for unlicensed products, ensuring alignment with global objectives, key milestones and deliverables. Oversee the development of lifecycle management strategies to maximize the value of the Ultragenyx product portfolio in the cluster.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including healthcare providers, payers, regulators, policy and government affairs, and patient advocacy groups.
• Oversee compliance with EU and local regulatory, legal, and healthcare compliance requirements in close partnership with the Responsible Pharmacist and the Regional team.
• Lead regional & global leadership on portfolio strategy, lifecycle management and business development.
• Represent the company externally at conferences, industry events, and in policy and media engagements.
• Monitor competitive landscape and market trends to inform strategic decisions.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, agility, and accountability within the cluster team.

Requirements :

• Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Business, or related field (MBA, MD, PharmD, PhD preferred).
• 15 years of progressive experience in biopharmaceutical leadership and management with responsibility for P&L, including leadership positions in the EMEA region.
• Direct commercial experience in France is a must, such as GM France or Business Unit Head for this geography, with demonstrated success in launching and managing rare disease or specialty care products.
• Deep understanding of the cluster (France and Benelux) healthcare systems, reimbursement pathways, and regulatory environments.
• Strong experience in building and managing cross-functional and multi-country teams in a fast-paced entrepreneurial setting.
• Proven expertise in designing and executing go-to-market strategies in complex healthcare environments.
• Expertise in lifecycle management, field operations, and digital marketing strategies.
• Exceptional strategic planning, operational execution, and strong financial acumen with experience managing P&Ls and optimizing resource allocation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with fluency in French and English; Dutch or Flemish is a plus.
• Experience working in start-up or scale-up environments highly desirable.
• Willingness to travel frequently across France, Belgium, Netherlands, and Luxembourg.
• Existing network within the biotech and healthcare ecosystem in France and Benelux is a strong asset.

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Full Time employees across the globe enjoy a range of benefits including but not limited to:

• Generous vacation time and public holidays observed by the company
• Volunteer days
• Long term incentive and Employee stock purchase plans or equivalent offerings
• Employee wellbeing benefits
• Fitness reimbursement
• Tuition sponsoring
• Professional development plans
• Benefits vary by region and country

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