Head of Commercial Argentina

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Lead the strategic direction and execution of the Commercial Team in Argentina, overseeing the full BMS portfolio with a strategic focus on Onco-Hematology. Ensure excellence in product launches, talent development, business expansion, and strong collaboration within the BMS global matrix.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Business Leadership

• Design and implement the BU strategy for the full portfolio, prioritizing growth in Onco-Hematology as the core business area.

• Leverage data, insights, and forecasting to support strategic decisions and optimal resource allocation.

• Ensure alignment with global and regional priorities.

2. Excellence in Launch Execution

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of major product launches.

• Drive cross-functional launch processes, partnering with Marketing, Medical, Access, Supply, Digital, and Global/Regional teams.

• Ensure early competitive positioning and rapid market adoption.

3. Deep Knowledge of the Onco-Hematology Ecosystem

• Maintain a strong understanding of the therapeutic landscape, competitive pipeline, and market dynamics.

• Develop strategic relationships with key opinion leaders, scientific societies, and top institutions.

• Identify opportunities and anticipate access barriers.

4. Market Access and Healthcare System Engagement

• Lead access, pricing, and negotiation strategies across public and private payers.

• Navigate the complexities of the Argentinian healthcare system (PAMI, union-based healthcare, private payers, provincial networks).

• Develop innovative access models and strategic agreements where needed.

5. Team Leadership, Talent Development and Succession Planning

• Lead and develop teams across Marketing, Sales, Access, and other key BU roles.

• Strengthen the Brand Lead role as a strategic driver of the business.

• Build and execute development plans, learning agendas, and robust succession pipelines.

• Promote a culture of high performance, collaboration, and accountability.

6. Navigation of the BMS Global Matrix

• Build strong working relationships with global and regional teams.

• Represent Argentina’s business needs in global/regional forums.

• Ensure adoption of corporate standards, processes, and governance frameworks.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences, Economics, Business, Engineering, or related fields.

• MBA or postgraduate degree preferred.

Experience

• 10+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.

• Strong track record leading cross-functional teams and business units.

• Demonstrated excellence in complex product launches.

• In-depth knowledge of the Onco-Hematology ecosystem in Argentina.

• Experience working within global matrix organizations.

Core Competencies

• Inspirational leadership and change management.

• Strategic thinking and strong business orientation.

• High influencing capability with multiple stakeholders.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Ability to manage complexity and prioritize effectively.

Key Performance Indicators

• Portfolio performance (growth, market share, forecast accuracy).

• Launch excellence (speed of adoption, penetration).

• Market access achievements (coverage and timelines).

• Strength of talent pipeline and succession readiness.

• Commercial and omnichannel execution effectiveness.

• Quality of global matrix collaboration and adherence to processes.

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