New Product Planning Manager AIR

Chiesi Group; Parma; Hybrid; EUR 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Private medical insurance

Wellbeing programme

Flexible benefits programme

Relocation support

Job summary

The Global New Product Planning (NPP) Manager at Chiesi Group leads strategic commercial assessments to drive early pipeline development and inorganic opportunities from the Parma HQ. You’ll work with cross-functional teams across R&D, Commercial, Finance and Regulatory to shape market entry and lifecycle plans.

Based in Italy with hybrid office presence in Parma, you will analyze market landscapes, forecast revenue, and develop compelling business cases while navigating regulatory and

Qualifications

• Medical and / or scientific background preferred.
• 4+ years Life Sciences commercial and/or business roles required.
• Core Excel-based forecast modelling.
• Understanding of drug development and market dynamics.
• Ability to analyze complex issues and translate into decisions.
• Strong communication and networking skills across levels.

Responsibilities

• Support early pipeline development and inorganic due diligences with strategic commercial assessments.
• Update project cards and challenge TPP differentiation against market dynamics.
• Develop investment stories describing key commercial risks and opportunities.
• Conduct market research, data analytics, and leverage internal capabilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (BD, GMA, GVA, R&D, Regulatory, IP, Finance).
• Translate research and analysis into actionable insights for early development.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Tools

Excel

Job description

Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in more than 30 countries, with its Headquarter in Parma, Italy. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas. Discover more here.

At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.

Air and Care Franchise

Within the three Business Units (Discover more here), Air and Care Franchises are responsible for the development and implementation of the Therapeutic Area Strategies. Each Franchise is organized by stage of development with fully empowered and enhanced teams of: Pipeline Development Team - focused on delivering innovation and programs leadership accountabilities in close collaboration with R&D, Commercial Portfolio Management Team - focused on maximizing the benefit for the patients and the full potential of marketed / close-to-launch assets, including Life Cycle Management strategies.

Air and Care Franchises are also supported by the Medical Affairs, Value & Access, and Business Excellence & Customer Experience Global functions.

Medical Affairs, Value & Access, and Business Excellence & Customer Experience Global functions

Within these departments, you will actively support the Air and Care Franchises businesses. These units are responsible for the development and implementation of the Therapeutic Area Strategies. Each Franchise is organized by stage of development with fully empowered and enhanced teams of: Pipeline Development and Commercial Portfolio Management.

Who we are looking for

This is what you will do

The Global New Product Planning (NPP) Manager will work closely with the Global Head of NPP, AIR Franchise to complete strategic commercial assessments that drive early pipeline development and inorganic business development due diligences. They will assess commercial opportunities across market landscapes & size, TPP differentiation & competitive dynamics, revenue forecast, and LCM & commercial capabilities.

You will be responsible for

• Keen understanding of important tailwinds / headwinds across respiratory indications and their impact on AIR strategic imperatives
• Update Project Cards and drive clear early pipeline GNG decisions by challenging TPP differentiation and mastering competitive market dynamics for the indication across the value chain of the product from research to marketing
• Development of clear investment stories that describe key commercial risks / opportunities through the development of the commercial business case and collaboration with highly cross-functional due diligence teams
• Identification and solutions to multifaceted key business questions through primary and secondary market research, complex data analytics, and effective leverage of internal expertise/capabilities
• Close partnerships and collaborative trust with cross-functional stakeholders and program team members (i.e., BD, GMA, GVA, and R&D, Regulatory, CMC, IP, Finance) that serves to bring the customer voice to early development and inorganic diligences
• Innovation and translation of research & analysis from conclusions to into actionable commercial insights that inform and influence cross-functionally supported early pipeline development and inorganic investment requirements
• Management of vendor and internal teams that ensure the appropriate procurement of market research & data analytic resources that support NPP efforts

You will need to have

• Medical and / or scientific background preferred
• 4+ years Life Sciences commercial and/or business roles required; experience in adjacent functions such as Business Development, Finance, Marketing, Market Access or R&D also considered
• Core technical proficiency in Microsoft Excel based forecast modeling
• Understanding of drug development and market dynamics (E.g., Drug development, Regulatory environment, Access & reimbursement etc.)
• Ability to analyze complex issues and translate insight into clear decisions; high degree of comfort in providing recommendations and driving decisions even when there is ambiguity due to uncertainty and lack of validated assumptions
• Demonstrated track-record of strong critical thinking and problem-solving through high attention to detail and a customer-centric mindset
• Ability to quickly learn the fundamentals of new indications by effectively leveraging internal and external expertise or data sources
• Strong written and oral communication skills to enable effective interaction with all levels of management and global teams/functions
• Motivated team-player with proactive and resourceful mentality who is able to excel in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Excellent communication and networking skills to foster strong relationship at all levels of the organization
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple work streams

Budgeted Salary Range (package applied for role based in Italy)

The budgeted salary range approved for this role is between €58.880 and €73.600. This range reflects the typical compensation expected for candidates with the experience and expertise required for the position.

Final offer may vary based on the selected candidate's skills, experience, qualifications, overall profile, and internal equity considerations.

This role is eligible to participate in an annual bonus scheme, subject to company and individual performance.

• In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including pension, private medical insurance, wellbeing programme, flexible benefits programme.

The package outlined above is based on the role being located in Italy. Where the role is offered in a different Country, the applicable salary, bonus and benefits will be aligned to the relevant local market and internal frameworks. Full details of the applicable package will be provided at the appropriate stage of the recruitment process.

Location

The role is based in the HQ in Parma, with hybrid working arrangement including presence in the office and remote-working.

What we offer

No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.

• We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support.
• Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market.
• Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.

Chiesi is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment based on attitude and merit, without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.