ABOUT ABBOTT

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.
We’re focused on helping people with diabetes manage their health with life-changing products that provide accurate data to drive better-informed decisions. We’re revolutionizing the way people monitor their glucose levels with our new sensing technology
The SENIOR MANAGER, STRATEGIC & COMMERCIAL PLANNING, ADC APAC will be responsible for leading the development of detailed strategic plans across Asia Pacific and its sub regions. Specific activities include: defining the process, conducting analyses and developing insights to guide decision-making, assessing strategic options, engaging senior, cross-functional stakeholders to maintain competitive differentiation and achieve growth goals.
The resulting plans will be designed to capture all relevant growth opportunities via a structured strategic planning approach that produces actionable plans that can be implemented, tracked, and refined. This position will lead cross-functional teams in the development of such plans and ensure there is a transfer of knowledge in strategic thinking and planning capabilities to enable the entire organization to elevate their ability to identify and capture opportunities for Abbott Diabetes Care.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Economics, Life Sciences or related field; MBA or equivalent advanced degree strongly preferred.10+ years of experience in strategy roles, with a strong preference for candidates from top-tier consulting firms (e.g., McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group).Proven track record in leading cross-functional strategic initiatives within healthcare, MedTech, or consumer health sectors.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Advanced PowerPoint and mathematical modeling skills that enable effective storytelling and gaining deep insights from raw datasets.
• Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments with professionalism and influence.
• Deep understanding of the APAC healthcare market landscape and regulatory environment is highly desirable.
• Passion for innovation and improving the lives of people living with diabetes.
• A substantive knowledge of the medical device industry, health care delivery, and managed care/reimbursement markets and the factors that drive them.
• Strong device business acumen, strategic thinking, commercial focus and customer skills.
• Exceptional project management skills.
• Ability to foster collaboration, influence others outside of reporting structure and work collaboratively across a matrix structure.
• Works closely with country-level, regional, and global cross functional teams. Strong leadership skills, including the ability to set goals and provide positive and constructive feedback respectfully to build positive relationships and improve business results.
• Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.
• Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills and ability to hold others accountable.
• Willingness to Travel 30% but with a cost-conscious attitude.

• Responsible for leading the development, execution, and refinement of strategic initiatives to support the growth and transformation of ADC’s business across Asia-Pacific.
• Conduct fact-based analyses that synthesize industry trends, identify and assess strategic options, and quantify opportunities.
• Shape and structure top strategic questions the organization must answer to maintain competitive differentiation.
• Lead the ADC strategic planning process, facilitating senior executive workshops and meetings and
• Responsible for leading the development, execution, and refinement of strategic initiatives to support the growth and transformation of ADC’s business across Asia-Pacific.
• Conduct fact-based analyses that synthesize industry trends, identify and assess strategic options, and quantify opportunities.
• Shape and structure top strategic questions the organization must answer to maintain competitive differentiation.
• Lead the ADC strategic planning process, facilitating senior executive workshops and meetings and coordinating partnerships across the organization.
• Define key analytical and financial analysis frameworks to conduct analyses and solve business issues.
• Output includes the development of detailed, actionable strategic plans that will serve as key inputs into annual business plans that are aligned with global and regional priorities.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to identify market opportunities, competitive threats, and emerging trends.
• Support the DVP in strategic decision-making by providing data-driven insights, strategic frameworks, and scenario analyses.
• Work in close collaboration with the Area Commercial Director to ensure commercial strategies align with broader business goals.
• Support Area Commercial Director in defining & managing APAC Product Portfolio roadmap. Work with cross-functional partners to ensure commercial readiness.
• Coordinate with the Director for Partnerships to identify and evaluate new business models, partnerships, and collaborations in the region.
• Partner closely with General Managers and Country Leadership teams across APAC to ensure strategic initiatives are grounded in local market realities and executed effectively at the country level.
• Drive and manage strategic projects including market entry strategies, portfolio optimization, pricing, and go-to-market initiatives.
• Provide executive-level strategic presentations and updates for internal and external stakeholders, including global leadership.
• Act as a thought partner to senior leadership and a catalyst for innovation across the APAC business.
• Be proficient in the application of proven strategic frameworks, including McKinsey 7S, MECE, Issue Trees, Growth-Share Matrix, Advantage Matrix, Transformation Framework, etc.
• Teach all aspects of strategy development to APAC leadership team and project team members.
• Own and continuously improve the integrated strategic planning process across ADC
• Applies structured thinking to a detailed strategic planning process, including the following elements:
• Market Intelligence & Environmental Scanning
• Conduct market research on diabetes prevalence, treatment trends, and unmet needs across APAC countries.
• Analyze competitive landscape: key players, market shares, product portfolios, pricing strategies.
• Monitor regulatory environments: country-specific medical device regulations, reimbursement policies, and approval timelines.
• Track macroeconomic and demographic trends: aging populations, urbanization, healthcare spending, and digital health adoption.
• Internal Business Assessment
• Evaluate current portfolio performance: sales, margins, market penetration, and customer feedback.
• Assess operational capabilities: supply chain, manufacturing, distribution, and digital infrastructure.
• Identify internal strengths and weaknesses using SWOT or capability gap analysis.
• Review innovation pipeline: R&D progress, clinical trials, and partnerships.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Engage with regional leadership to align on corporate vision and local market needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams: regulatory, medical affairs, marketing, sales, and finance.
• Consult with external stakeholders: healthcare providers, patient advocacy groups, payers, and regulators.
• Strategic Planning & Prioritization
• Develop strategic scenarios: base case, aggressive growth, and risk-mitigated plans.
• Prioritize initiatives based on ROI, feasibility, and alignment with corporate goals.
• Define KPIs and success metrics for each strategic initiative.
• Execution Roadmap Development
• Create a multi-year strategic roadmap with clear milestones, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Align with global and regional leadership on budget, talent, and technology investments.
• Develop change management plans to support organizational readiness.
• Risk Management & Compliance
• Identify regulatory and operational risks: supply chain disruptions, policy changes, IP issues.
• Develop mitigation strategies: dual sourcing, regulatory advocacy, scenario planning.
• Ensure compliance with local laws, data privacy regulations, and ethical standards.
• Performance Monitoring & Strategic Reviews
• Implement dashboards and reporting tools to track progress.
• Conduct quarterly and annual strategic reviews to adjust plans based on market dynamics.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.