Business Unit (BU) Head – Hematology

Business Unit (BU) Head - Hematology 

 

Role purpose

As BU Head – Hematology, you will lead the Hematology Business Unit in Egypt to deliver sustainable sales and profit growth while maximizing appropriate patient access to our hematology portfolio. You will own the BU strategy and execution, driving strong cross-functional collaboration and alignment with regional and global hematology strategy.

 

Key Responsibilities

Strategy, P&L and New Launches

• Develop and lead the Egypt Hematology BU strategy across brands, indications, lifecycle and pipeline, aligned with regional and global objectives.
• Prepare business cases and strategies for new launches, leading cross-functional launch work and overseeing launch readiness and plans.
• Own the BU P&L, including revenue, OPEX and profitability, and deliver budget and forecast commitments.
• Drive robust portfolio and launch planning, including brand plans, indication expansions and pipeline assets.

Leadership and People

• Lead, develop and engage Hematology BU teams, including marketing, sales and commercial excellence/business intelligence.
• Build a high-performance, inclusive culture aligned with company values and an open, “speak up” environment.
• Ensure ongoing capability development in hematology science, omnichannel engagement and data-driven decision-making.

Customer, Access and External Engagement

• Shape BU strategy through a deep understanding of the Egyptian hematology landscape, patient journeys and HCP/HCO needs.
• Partner with Market Access and Policy/Government Affairs to secure and maintain optimal patient access and reimbursement.
• Ensure appropriate, compliant engagement with HCPs and HCOs in line with local codes and regulations.

Cross-Functional Governance and Compliance

• Chair or actively participate in Egypt hematology governance forums, including brand reviews, launch readiness and forecast reviews, ensuring cross-functional alignment.
• Ensure BU activities comply with company policies, local codes and regulations, including promotion, interactions and data privacy.
• Champion risk management and quality decision-making, escalating issues appropriately and in a timely manner.

Performance and Innovation

• Monitor sales, market share, access and launch metrics, and implement corrective actions where needed.
• Drive omnichannel and digital innovation in customer engagement, leveraging analytics and insights.
• Contribute Egypt insights to regional and global hematology strategy and lifecycle plans.

 

Required Qualifications and Experience

• University degree in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine or a related field; an advanced degree (MBA, MSc or equivalent) is preferred.
• Extensive pharmaceutical commercial experience in marketing and/or sales, ideally in hematology or specialty care.
• Proven BU/brand leadership experience with P&L accountability and successful product launches.
• Strong understanding of the Egyptian hematology market, access environment and healthcare system.
• Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional teams and complex matrix stakeholders.

 

Key Capabilities and Skills

• Strategic thinking and data-driven decision-making.
• Strong people leadership, coaching and change-management skills.
• Solid business and financial acumen, with a track record of delivering results.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills.
• High ethical standards and strong commitment to patient safety and compliance.
• Ability to operate effectively in a global, matrixed environment and to collaborate across functions and geographies.

 

If you are a strategic, people-focused leader with a passion for hematology and a track record of building and growing high-performing teams, we would be delighted to receive your application.

 Application closing date : November 21, 2026

Skills

Business Planning, Data to Insights, Digital Fluency, Launch Excellence, Scientific Literacy, Strategic Planning

 

 

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