Cluster Head - AP/TL

Michael Page; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-linked rewards

Comprehensive benefits

Career development pathways

Job summary

A global healthcare leader is seeking a COO-level regional head in Hyderabad, India. This role involves leading operations across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, focusing on growth and profitability. Ideal candidates will have 18+ years of pharmaceutical experience and a proven track record in managing multi-therapy portfolios. This position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and an inclusive culture that fosters leadership development.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven success managing cross-functional commercial operations.
• Deep understanding of Andhra Pradesh & Telangana healthcare market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the regional business across Andhra Pradesh & Telangana.
• Drive regional P&L ownership focused on growth and profitability.
• Oversee sales, marketing, and market access initiatives.

Skills

Regional business leadership

Multi-therapy portfolio management

P&L management

Stakeholder management

Agile leadership

Job description

Overview

• Lead end‑to‑end regional operations for a global market leader in healthcare.
• Build multi‑therapy, cross‑functional expertise across sales, marketing & access

About Our Client

Our client is a global leader in the healthcare and diagnostics segment, recognized worldwide for pioneering innovation and transforming patient care. The organization fosters a values‑driven, inclusive culture that empowers teams to lead with purpose, collaborate openly, and create impact across diverse therapeutic areas.

Job Description

• Lead and manage the regional business across Andhra Pradesh & Telangana, acting as the operational head for all commercial and market functions.
• Drive regional P&L ownership with clear focus on growth, profitability, and long‑term market shaping.
• Oversee sales, marketing, and market access initiatives to strengthen the organization's footprint across multiple therapeutic areas.
• Build deep relationships with key doctors, hospital networks, government bodies, and ecosystem influencers.
• Shape the external environment by influencing policy, improving access, and strengthening brand equity across the region.
• Identify and develop strategic partnerships to widen access to innovative healthcare solutions.
• Drive cross‑functional excellence by aligning with medical, regulatory, access, and marketing teams.
• Ensure compliance with internal standards and regional regulatory requirements.
• Inspire, coach, and develop the team to deliver outstanding customer and patient value.

The Successful Applicant

• 18+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry with strong exposure to regional business leadership.
• Proven success managing multi‑therapy portfolios and cross‑functional commercial operations.
• Strong P&L management experience with the ability to drive both growth and efficiency.
• Deep understanding of Andhra Pradesh & Telangana healthcare market dynamics.
• Skilled in leading integrated teams across sales, marketing, and market access.
• Strong stakeholder management experience with clinicians, government bodies, and key accounts.
• Agile leadership mindset with the ability to build a transparent, values‑driven team culture.
• Strong financial acumen, strategic thinking, and ability to influence internal and external ecosystems.
• Willingness to relocate to Hyderabad if required.

What's on Offer

• A COO‑level regional leadership role overseeing one of the most influential clusters in India.
• Opportunity to gain multi‑therapy, multi‑functional exposure essential for future leadership roles.
• A chance to shape commercial strategy, policy influence, customer engagement, and patient access.
• Competitive leadership‑level compensation with performance‑linked rewards.
• Comprehensive benefits, wellness support, and long‑term career development pathways.
• A globally admired, innovation‑driven environment that accelerates growth into senior executive roles.