Pharma Business Unit Manager - Specialty Care

Michael Page Philippines; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 2,500,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Michael Page International Recruitment (Philippines) Inc is seeking a senior leader to own and grow a pharmaceutical franchise. The role requires steering long-term portfolio strategy, brand lifecycle management, and full P&L ownership while coordinating with regional teams and external stakeholders.

You will drive product launches, optimize performance through data-driven decisions, and lead a high-performing commercial team to achieve ambitious commercial objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience leading P&L and sustainable growth.
• Proven success in pharmaceutical sales, marketing, and strategy.
• Experience launching products and managing lifecycle optimization.
• Ability to influence stakeholders in matrix organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy, growth, and performance of a pharmaceutical franchise.
• Develop and execute long-term portfolio, brand, and lifecycle plans.
• Own full P&L management including revenue, profitability, forecasting, and resources.
• Drive annual business planning to achieve commercial objectives.
• Lead product launches and growth initiatives via cross-functional teams.
• Develop brand strategies to strengthen market position and customer engagement.
• Utilize market insights and analytics to guide decisions.
• Build and lead a high-performing commercial team with coaching and succession planning.
• Establish relationships with key opinion leaders, healthcare institutions, and external stakeholders.
• Monitor market, policy, and reimbursement changes to identify risks and opportunities.
• Align global and regional strategies with local execution.

Skills

P&L ownership

Brand & portfolio strategy

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic planning

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing/Life Sciences/Pharmacy

MBA or postgraduate qualification

Job description

• Lead a high-impact pharmaceutical franchise with full P&L ownership
• Drive strategic growth, product launches, and commercial excellence

About Our Client

Our client is a leading healthcare organization that is recognized for its patient-centric approach, commitment to innovation, and collaborative culture, offering opportunities to influence business strategy, build high-performing teams, and improve patient outcomes.

Job Description

• Lead the overall strategy, growth, and performance of a pharmaceutical franchise.
• Develop and execute long-term portfolio, brand, and lifecycle management plans.
• Own full P&L management, including revenue, profitability, forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Drive annual business planning and ensure achievement of commercial objectives.
• Lead successful product launches and growth initiatives through cross-functional collaboration.
• Develop and execute brand strategies that strengthen market positioning and customer engagement.
• Utilize market insights and data analytics to drive business decisions and optimize performance.
• Build and lead a high-performing commercial team through coaching, capability development, and succession planning.
• Establish strong relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), healthcare institutions, and external stakeholders.
• Monitor market, policy, and reimbursement changes to identify risks and opportunities.
• Align global and regional strategies with local market execution.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or a related discipline.
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
• Proven experience as a Business Unit Manager, National Sales Manager, Senior Product Manager, Marketing Manager, or similar leadership role within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
• Demonstrated success managing P&L and delivering sustainable business growth.
• Strong background in pharmaceutical sales, marketing, and commercial strategy.
• Experience leading product launches, portfolio management, and lifecycle optimization.
• Minimum of five years' experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong analytical, strategic planning, financial management, and business acumen skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and lead within matrix organizations.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to lead a strategic pharmaceutical franchise with full business ownership.
• Significant influence over portfolio strategy, commercial direction, and organizational growth.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Collaborative culture focused on innovation, patient impact, and professional development.