Country General Manager Teva France

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Country General Manager Teva France capable of providing leadership, direction and vision with the aptitude to drive commercial growth and excellence, as the company looks to grow its innovative medicines business in Europe. This position will report to the SVP, Commercial Lead for South & East Europe and will be responsible for managing a team of over 200 FTEs. This position will collaborate with Functional Heads to ensure co-accountability of functional FTEs and P&L, with responsibility for net sales of approximately USD 500 million.

Responsibilities

• Defining the French affiliate's long-term vision aligned with the Teva Pivot to Growth Strategy
• Developing and implementing clear and compelling local strategies/tactics (commercial, financial, operational, market access, pricing/reimbursement, CSR, etc.) to transform the company into a high-performing biopharmaceutical enterprise
• Establish a strong corporate culture based on integrity, ethics, innovation, and performance; represent the company to stakeholders
• Develop commercial plans designed to optimize overall business performance and financial results (e.g., AOP and LRP)
• Ensure effective financial management, budgeting, and forecasting to achieve revenue and profitability targets
• Engage with Gx, Ix and Supply Chain teams to align and execute portfolio optimization, CSL improvements and market access and launches
• Act as the subsidiary's ambassador at national/local levels; participate in strategic negotiations and monitor market developments, competition, and industry trends
• Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing and diverse team; develop leadership assets for the management team
• Foster the Tone from the Top for ethical behavior, integrity, and compliance standards

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience with at least 5 years in a commercial leadership role (P&L management preferred)
• Master's degree in life or medical sciences, business or equivalent preferred
• General management/commercial expertise with ability to strategize and execute
• Proven track record of achievements in a complex, fast-paced matrix environment; pharmaceutical industry experience required
• Experience creating and executing strategic plans; strong financial acumen (P&L, accruals, balance sheet, capital investment, forecasting, supply chain)
• Ability to communicate strategies and decisions effectively; outstanding leadership and unifying, inclusive management style
• Experience building and managing high-performing teams and leading through organizational transformation

Skills

• Strategic planning and execution
• Leadership and people development
• Financial planning, budgeting, forecasting
• Market access, pricing/reimbursement knowledge
• Stakeholder management and negotiation
• Regulatory compliance and ethical leadership

Education

• Master's degree in life or medical sciences, business or equivalent preferred

Additional Requirements

• Knowledge of the French market for generic, hybrid, and substitutable biosimilar drugs is a plus
• Proficiency in drug regulation policy in France and French language proficiency is beneficial