Job Purpose: Lead strategic planning initiatives for GenMed China, drive transformation efforts, and manage New Product Planning (NPP) activities to support Sanofi's growth objectives in the Chinese market while ensuring operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning (30%):

Develop and refine the GenMed China strategy, aligning with global objectives and local market dynamicsIdentify and prioritize strategic initiatives to drive growth and improve market position in ChinaLead transformation projects to enhance organizational effectiveness and adapt to evolving market conditionsConduct market analysis and competitive intelligence to inform strategic decision-makingCollaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategic plansMonitor and report on the progress of strategic initiatives and transformation effortsFacilitate strategic planning workshops and alignment sessions with leadership teams

New Product Planning & Commercial Assessment (50%):

Lead commercial evaluations of both internal pipeline assets and external opportunities for the Chinese marketDevelop and maintain commercial forecasting models and valuation analyses for potential in-licensing, acquisition, or partnership opportunities in ChinaPartner closely with BD teams to conduct thorough commercial due diligence on external assetsCreate and present compelling business cases to support strategic investment decisionsAssess market dynamics, competitive landscape, and pricing strategies for pipeline assets in the Chinese contextDevelop early commercial strategies and launch scenarios for pipeline products tailored to the Chinese marketSynthesize insights from multiple stakeholders to build integrated commercial perspectives

Business Operations Excellence (20%):

Drive operational efficiency and process improvement initiatives within GenMed ChinaDevelop standardized frameworks and tools for strategic planning and commercial assessmentEstablish KPIs and tracking mechanisms for portfolio and strategic initiative performanceLead cross-functional projects to improve business operations and decision-making processes

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Healthcare Management, or related field; MBA preferred8+ years of pharmaceutical/healthcare industry experience, with significant exposure to the Chinese marketStrong background in strategic planning, commercial strategy, and business transformationDemonstrated experience in commercial assessment and valuation of pharmaceutical assetsExperience in leading cross-functional projects and change management initiativesAdvanced financial modeling and forecasting skillsFluency in English and Mandarin Chinese

Key Competencies:

Strategic thinking and business acumen with a deep understanding of the Chinese pharmaceutical marketStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to drive change and manage complex transformation initiativesExcellence in stakeholder management across functions and culturesStrong influence and negotiation skillsAdvanced presentation and communication abilitiesProject management and process excellence mindsetAdaptability and resilience in a rapidly changing environment

Key Partnerships:

GenMed China leadership teamGlobal GenMed strategy teamBusiness Development teamsCommercial OperationsMarket AccessR&DMedical AffairsFinanceMarketing Excellence teamsRegulatory Affairs

This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the Chinese pharmaceutical market, capable of developing and executing strategies while driving transformation and maintaining operational excellence in a complex, rapidly evolving environment.

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