Director of Commercial Strategy

ZipRecruiter; Cologne (MN); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy is seeking a Director of Commercial Strategy to lead strategic projects with top-tier pharmaceutical and biotech clients. The ideal candidate will excel in navigating complex commercial challenges and driving high-impact strategy initiatives in the life sciences sector.

Benefits

Attractive package and growth opportunities

Collaborative, high-performance culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years’ experience in management consulting.
• Fluent in English; German is a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of complex strategy engagements from planning to execution.
• Develop and mentor high-performing consulting teams.
• Own and manage client relationships at the senior level.

Skills

Leadership

Client Management

Communication

Job description

Job Description

Director – Commercial Strategy

Germany | Top-Tier Consultancy | Permanent Role

Discover International is proud to partner with a leading global consultancy to support their search for an experienced Director of Commercial Strategy. This opportunity is ideal for senior consultants seeking to step into a leadership role focused on high-impact strategy engagements across the life sciences sector.

About the Role

As a Director, you will lead and shape strategic projects with top-tier pharmaceutical and biotech clients. You will guide clients through complex commercial challenges, from market entry to product launch and lifecycle planning.

Key focus areas include:

• Commercial Strategy
• Go-to-Market Planning
• Brand Strategy & Positioning
• Pricing & Market Access Alignment
• Broader commercial transformation and growth initiatives

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of complex strategy engagements from planning through to execution
• Own and manage client relationships at the senior level
• Develop and mentor high-performing consulting teams
• Contribute to business development, including proposals and pitches
• Support internal capability-building and thought leadership initiatives

Requirements

• Minimum 6 years’ experience in management consulting, with a strong focus on life sciences
• Background with a top-tier consultancy (e.g. Big 4 Strategy arms, MBB, boutique strategy firms)
• Proven experience delivering commercial strategy, brand, or go-to-market projects
• Strong leadership, client management, and communication skills
• Fluent in English; German skills are a plus but not essential
• Based in or willing to relocate to Germany

Why Apply?

• Join a globally respected consultancy with a collaborative, high-performance culture
• Lead engagements with leading pharma and biotech clients
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on critical business decisions
• Attractive package and growth opportunities