Franchise Lead, Oncology at AstraZeneca

Singapore, , Singapore -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Sep, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sales Management, Marketing, Team Leadership, Product Development, Market Access, Financial Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Strategic Planning, Compliance, Talent Management, Innovation, Commercialization, Healthcare Ecosystem, Performance Management, Patient Access, Budget Management

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Franchise Lead, Oncology Do you have expertise in, and passion for, leading a commercial team in an Oncology franchise/portfolio? Would you like to apply your expertise to impact the lives of patients in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you! What you'll do You'll be responsible for leading sales and marketing for a franchise/portfolio within the Oncology Business Unit (OBU) for Singapore to drive optimal outcomes for patients who can benefit from our innovative medicines and to establish AZ as a global leader in the therapy area. You will drive this through competitive performance, astute financial P&L management, cohesive global and local cross-functional working, while reinforcing the AZ values and behaviours. You'll ensure commercial activities within the market are compliant and aligned with global strategies. Main Duties & Responsibilities: Sets the vision and defines the franchise/portfolio strategy in alignment with the OBU. Collaborate with other franchise head(s) to drive performance outcomes and maximise potential of the OBU portfolios. Leads and develops the sales and marketing teams including but not limited to business performance, talent management and career development. Leads new product development and commercialization of new innovative molecules Leads innovation, expansion and partnerships in the broad healthcare ecosystem in which the OBU operates which address unmet patient and customer needs. Coordinates cross-functional therapy area and brand-level operational plans. Leads activities across brands, including the definition, design, execution and measurement of all marketing strategies and tactics to deliver on the brands’ objectives. Develop market access strategies that are appropriate to the brand life cycle and that maximize patient access to AZ medicines, e.g. listing in Cancer Drug List (CDL), Medication Assistance Fund (MAF) Responsible for sales execution within the franchise/portfolio Responsible for budgetary compliance Accountable for compliance of franchise team Essential Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree Minimum 8 years of sales management/marketing experience in pharmaceutical industry Demonstrated ability to manage and lead medium-large teams Comprehensive understanding of the development and commercialization of pharmaceutical products and healthcare environment within the market Experience in successful product launches with hands on exposure to early patient access, affordability and market shaping initiatives Experience leading cross-function collaboration esp. with Medical Affairs, Market Access Consistently driven results that outperform the market by driving strategic, financial and people performance Led critical changes on business new model, organization new structure, company culture etc. Desirable Requirements: Master's degree Experience in marketing Oncology products Date Posted 16-Sep-2025 Closing Date 29-Sep-2025 AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.

Responsibilities

The Franchise Lead will be responsible for leading sales and marketing for the Oncology Business Unit in Singapore, driving optimal outcomes for patients and establishing AstraZeneca as a global leader in the therapy area. This includes managing commercial activities, ensuring compliance with global strategies, and leading the sales and marketing teams.