Business Unit Director Oncology

AstraZeneca; Selangor; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company in Malaysia is seeking a Business Unit Director for Oncology. This role requires overseeing sales and marketing operations, aligning strategic goals with profits, and building talent within the team. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years in commercial leadership within the pharmaceutical sector in Malaysia, focusing on Oncology. The position emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders and managing product launches successfully. This is an excellent opportunity to drive significant impact in healthcare and contribute to innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Top performer with a history of tangible results in previous roles in Oncology.
• Minimum 5 years of commercial leadership experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical product development in Malaysia.
• Experience in managing relationships with key decision makers in the local healthcare system.

Responsibilities

• Ensure strategic objectives align with profit and operational goals.
• Hire, develop, and retain top talents through talent reviews.
• Build capability in team for portfolio selling and business planning.
• Implement necessary processes for project leadership in a dynamic environment.
• Monitor targeted objectives for market and financial performance.

Job description

About AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. We’re a leading pharmaceutical company with a strong heritage and a bold vision for the future.

At AstraZeneca we turn ideas into life changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. We believe in the potential of our people and you’ll develop beyond what you thought possible. We make the most of your skills and passion by actively supporting you to achieve our shared goals no matter where you start with us. When we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because an opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial and recognizing potential.

As the Business Unit Director, Oncology, you have primary responsibility for sales and marketing involving planning, directing and controlling the development and profitable operation of the company consistent with corporate guidelines. The portfolio not only includes current products, but also new product introduction and new channels and lines expansion. The role includes accountability for the short-term performance and long-term business success, execution, implementation and achievement of AstraZeneca’s business goals in the specific therapeutic area. Working closely with the Country President and the leadership team, you will be accountable for formulating all strategic goals in relation to the current and new product portfolio to ensure they are successful and provide a strong platform for continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure strategic objectives and business direction are aligned so that the attainment of profit and operational goals are met. This includes current market products, new product introductions, business model evaluation and expansion into new channels.
• Hire, develop and retain top talents by ensuring discipline in talent reviews and succession planning and championing people development activities.
• Build capability in team around portfolio selling, key account management, business planning with integrated therapy areas as well as driving launch excellence
• Build above market network with Global, Area and International marketing & commercial teams.
• Establish, develop, implement and improve necessary processes to problem solve, eliminate obstacles and lead multiple projects in a dynamic environment
• Develop and deliver business plans and performance targets based on trend analysis
• Monitor and achieve targeted objectives for market performance, efficiency and financial performance
• Lead and monitor sales and marketing team activities and performance such as long-range planning, pricing and promotions
• Ensure a culture of ethics, integrity, and compliance is embedded in all business practices alongside full accountability for effective oversight and open upward reporting of compliance status in partnership with Global Compliance.

Requirements

• A top performer with a history of tangible results in previous roles, with a rich business experience with a mix of 2 or more therapeutic areas, specifically within Oncology and other Specialty Care.
• Minimum 5 years of commercial leadership experience in the pharmaceutical industry with demonstrated ability to manage and lead medium-large team.
• You have a comprehensive understanding of the development and commercialisation of pharmaceutical products in Malaysia and/or emerging markets and possess the experience and exposure to lead new product launches effectively and profitably.
• You have previous experience in managing relationships and collaborations with key decision makers in the local health care system, government agencies, regulatory bodies and the patient community.
• Your education background is in science and/or commerce, preferably with an MBA from a top university.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.
• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope it’s yours.

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AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. AstraZeneca will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law. AstraZeneca only employs individuals with the right to work in the country/ies where the role is advertised.

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.

Date Posted 29-Jan-2026

Closing Date 27-Feb-2026

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.