Commercial Manager

Michael Page; Singapore; On-site; SGD 140,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Commercial Manager for the healthcare sector to lead external manufacturing partnerships and drive regional commercial strategies across APAC.

You will manage contract negotiations, renewals and governance with partners, oversee manufacturing transfers and onboarding projects, and work cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Finance, Regulatory, Quality and Commercial teams to optimise performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Life Sciences, Pharmacy or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial engagement with external manufacturing partners and strategic distributors across APAC.
• Manage contract negotiations, renewals, amendments and partner governance activities.
• Drive manufacturing transfers, partner transitions and onboarding projects.
• Monitor partner performance, service levels, supply reliability and contractual obligations.
• Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Finance, Regulatory, Quality and Commercial teams to mitigate risks and resolve issues.
• Support business planning, forecasting, cost optimisation and value creation initiatives.
• Contribute to strategic projects including business development activities, network optimisation and integration programmes.

Skills

External manufacturing management

Contract negotiations

Stakeholder management

Commercial strategy

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Life Sciences, Pharmacy or related

Job description

The Commercial Manager role in the healthcare industry focuses on driving sales and managing commercial strategies to achieve business objectives. This permanent position offers a rewarding opportunity to lead and optimise sales operations effectively. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced commercial leader to drive strategic partnerships and external manufacturing operations across the Asia Pacific region.

Client Details

Our client is a leading pharmaceutical organisation with a strong presence across the Asia Pacific region. The business partners with healthcare providers, distributors and manufacturing organisations to bring high-quality medicines to patients across multiple markets.

Description

• Lead commercial engagement with external manufacturing partners and strategic distributors across APAC
• Manage contract negotiations, renewals, amendments and partner governance activities
• Drive manufacturing transfers, partner transitions and onboarding projects
• Monitor partner performance, service levels, supply reliability and contractual obligations
• Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Finance, Regulatory, Quality and Commercial teams to mitigate risks and resolve issues
• Support business planning, forecasting, cost optimisation and value creation initiatives
• Contribute to strategic projects including business development activities, network optimisation and integration programmes

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Life Sciences, Pharmacy or a related discipline
• At least 10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical, healthcare, life sciences or related regulated industries
• Proven experience managing external manufacturers, strategic alliances, distributors or commercial partnerships
• Strong commercial negotiation and contract management expertise
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships across regional markets
• Solid understanding of supply chain, inventory management, forecasting and commercial performance drivers
• Experience working cross-functionally with Quality, Regulatory, Finance and Supply Chain teams
• Track record of leading complex transition, integration or partnership projects

Job Offer

• Regional leadership role with significant commercial influence across APAC
• Opportunity to shape strategic manufacturing and partnership frameworks
• Exposure to senior executives and key decision-makers across the organisation