Senior Director, Commercial Business Area South & West
Role highlights
Full Time
Permanent
Senior
On-site
The Senior Director, Commercial Business Area South & West role requires extensive commercial leadership experience, ideally within the pharmaceutical industry or similarly regulated sectors. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Management, or a related field, reflecting a strong academic foundation. The position demands proven expertise in driving strategic commercial projects and initiatives aligned with regional strategies, with a focus on sustainable business growth and data-driven decision-making. Key competencies include advanced process and project management skills, enabling the management of multiple complex strategic initiatives simultaneously. Experience working in international or cross-market environments within global, regional, or affiliate organizations is essential, highlighting the need for adaptability and understanding of diverse market dynamics. A deep understanding of value chains, competitive landscapes, and market dynamics in pharma or comparable industries is critical. The role also requires excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal, to prepare and coordinate decision materials, presentations, and analyses for senior leadership. Strong stakeholder management capabilities and business acumen are vital to simplify complexity and foster collaboration across affiliates and regional functions. The candidate must be structured, proactive, trustworthy, and a strong team player, capable of supporting leadership team agendas and ensuring effective governance and performance monitoring. This senior-level position offers opportunities for professional growth within a global healthcare company known for its culture of purpose, mutual respect, and innovation.
About the role
Role Summary
- Lead commercial strategy and initiatives across the South & West Business Area (Region EUCAN)
- Act as a strategic partner to senior leadership, supporting data-driven decision making and sustainable business growth
- Located in Denmark, Ørestad
Responsibilities
- Drive strategic commercial projects and initiatives in alignment with regional strategy
- Prepare and coordinate decision materials, presentations, and analyses for SVP and Leadership Team
- Support project management, governance, performance monitoring, and business transformation
- Design and drive Leadership Team agendas, ensuring focus and follow-through
- Engage with stakeholders across affiliates and regional functions to understand market needs and challenges
- Ensure consistent implementation of commercial frameworks, standards, and processes
- Enable commercial readiness and drive business performance across a diverse region
Department
- Join the Executive Office, Corporate Affairs, supporting the South & West Business Area
- Work closely with Communications, Insights & Analytics, and other Corporate Affairs teams
- Environment built on curiosity, innovation, and strong collaboration
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Management, or related field
- Substantial commercial leadership experience in the pharmaceutical industry or similar regulated sector (consultancy experience is an advantage)
- Strong process and project management skills; ability to manage multiple strategic initiatives
- Experience in international or cross-market settings within global, regional, or affiliate organisations
- Deep understanding of value chains, competitive landscapes, and market dynamics in pharma or similar industries
- Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken)
- High business acumen, ability to simplify complexity, and strong stakeholder management
- Structured, proactive, trustworthy, and a strong team player
Benefits
- Opportunities to learn and develop within a global healthcare company
- Benefits designed for your career and life stage
- Unique culture focused on purpose, mutual respect, and innovation
How to Apply
- Apply until 30th November 2025
- For more information, contact Blandine Lacroix at [email protected]
Note: Job title may be subject to change during the recruitment process. Novo Nordisk is committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity.
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