Commercial Lead

Star People; Sweden; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Star People in Sweden seeks a commercially focused oncology leader to own and drive the portfolio's performance across the Swedish market. You will lead sales, marketing and market access, delivering growth objectives and supporting launch readiness for innovative therapies.

The role requires 5-8 years in pharma/biotech with a strong oncology track record, plus the ability to engage with hospitals, centres and key decision-makers while aligning with Nordic leadership strategies.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years in pharma/biotech with a strong commercial track record.
• Experience across Sales, Marketing and Market Access.
• Solid understanding of the Swedish healthcare system and stakeholders.
• Launch experience in oncology or specialty care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial execution and business performance across Sweden.
• Drive sales, marketing and market access activities for the oncology portfolio.
• Deliver agreed sales, market share and commercial performance objectives.
• Support launch readiness and lifecycle management of innovative oncology therapies.
• Develop relationships with physicians, treatment centres, KOLs and healthcare stakeholders.
• Adapt and execute Nordic strategies within the Swedish market.
• Provide local market insights to Nordic leadership teams.
• Collaborate with Medical Affairs, Market Access and regional commercial colleagues.

Skills

Oncology commercial

Sales & Marketing

Market Access

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

A rare opportunity to take ownership of a high-impact oncology portfolio in Sweden. This is a commercially focused role where you'll drive market growth, support launch excellence, and deliver strategic execution across sales, marketing, and market access in one of the Nordic region's most important markets.

Company Overview:

Our client is a global, innovation-led pharmaceutical business with a strong and growing oncology pipeline.

• High-growth organisation with ambitious expansion plans across Europe
• Strong focus on oncology innovation and improving patient outcomes
• Agile, collaborative culture with significant local market influence
• Competitive package with performance-led rewards

Job Overview:

• Lead commercial execution and business performance across Sweden
• Drive sales, marketing, and market access activities for the oncology portfolio
• Deliver agreed sales, market share, and commercial performance objectives
• Support launch readiness and lifecycle management of innovative oncology therapies
• Develop strong relationships with key physicians, treatment centres, KOLs, and healthcare stakeholders
• Adapt and execute Nordic commercial and marketing strategies within the Swedish market
• Provide local market insights and recommendations to Nordic leadership teams
• Collaborate closely with Medical Affairs, Market Access, and regional commercial colleagues

To be successful:

• 5-8 years' pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry experience
• Strong oncology experience with a proven commercial track record
• Experience across Sales, Marketing and/or Market Access functions
• Good understanding of the Swedish healthcare system and stakeholder landscape
• Experience engaging with hospitals, treatment centres, and key decision-makers
• Launch experience within specialty care or oncology is highly desirable
• Strong commercial mindset with a focus on execution and results
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills