Business lead Italy
h3About The Role /h3 pThe Business Lead Italy will play a critical role in establishing and growing the Italian affiliate and preparing for the launch of the company's first ultra-orphan therapy planned for July 2027. /p h3Location /h3 pItaly ( remote/ Home-based) /p h3About The Role /h3 pReporting to the General Manager Italy, Germany Spain, you will lead cross-functional execution across Commercial, Market Access, Medical Affairs, and Operations, ensuring business priorities are translated into effective local action. /p pThis is a highly visible, hands-on leadership role with significant growth potential. As the Italian business expands, the scope of the position is expected to evolve into broader affiliate leadership responsibilities. /p h3Field-Based Leadership (50%) /h3 pA key element of the role is maintaining a strong presence in the field. Approximately 50% of time will be spent engaging with treatment centers, healthcare organizations, key stakeholders, regional authorities, and patient organizations across Italy to gather insights, strengthen partnerships, and support launch readiness. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 bBusiness Launch Leadership /b ul liLead and coordinate Italy's launch readiness and execution plans. /li liTranslate strategic priorities into actionable business plans. /li liDrive cross-functional alignment across Commercial, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, PV, and Supply Chain. /li liMonitor business performance, milestones, risks, and opportunities. /li liProvide recommendations and business insights to the General Manager. /li /ul bExternal Stakeholder Engagement /b ul liBuild relationships with treatment centers, healthcare stakeholders, patient organizations, and regional decision makers. /li liGather market and healthcare system insights to inform strategy and execution. /li liRepresent the company at relevant industry and scientific events.
/li /ul bCommercial Market Access /b ul liSupport development and execution of commercial and reimbursement strategies. /li liMonitor market dynamics, access developments, and performance indicators. /li liContribute to forecasting, business planning, and resource prioritization. /li /ul bLeadership Collaboration /b ul liFoster strong collaboration across local, regional, and global teams. /li liSupport recruitment, onboarding, and development of the Italian organization. /li liLead through influence and help build a high-performing, patient-focused culture. /li /ul bCompliance Governance /b ul liEnsure activities are conducted in line with applicable regulations, company policies, and ethical standards. /li liPartner with Legal, Compliance, Quality, Regulatory, and Pharmacovigilance teams to maintain strong governance and patient safety. /li /ul h3Your Profile /h3 bQualifications /b ul liDegree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, Chemistry, or a related field. /li liAdvanced degree in Life Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, or Business is preferred. /li /ul bExperience /b ul li8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry. /li liExperience in rare diseases, specialty care, or orphan diseases preferred. /li liProven track record in product launches and commercialization. /li liStrong understanding of the Italian healthcare system and market access environment. /li liExperience working across Commercial, Market Access, Medical Affairs, and/or Operations. /li liStrong project leadership and stakeholder management skills. /li liExperience in international matrix organizations.
/li liPeople leadership experience is an advantage. /li /ul h3Who We Are /h3 pWe're built on a simple belief: people living with rare diseases deserve more. /p pPharming is a global biotechnology company taking on some of the toughest rare disease challenges. We develop and commercialize innovative therapies for rare and ultra-rare immunological and genetic diseases with significant unmet need, where our scientific and commercial expertise, long-term commitment, and real partnership can help advance care. /p pWe put patients at the heart of our work. Their insights, along with those of caregivers, clinicians, scientists, and partners, shape our strategy, guide our decisions, and help turn science into meaningful progress. We keep it simple, act with urgency, and get it done - expanding access to approved therapies, advancing high-value pipeline programs, and building a leading global rare disease company. /p pOur vision is simple: a world where people living with rare diseases don't wait for progress or care. Together with the communities who inspire us, we're opening new possibilities - proving that breakthroughs aren't just discovered. They're created together. /p h3What It's Like To Work Here /h3 pAt Pharming, every role helps move rare disease therapies closer to the people who need them. We make it happen together, across teams, disciplines, and borders, because breakthroughs don't happen in silos. Rare diseases are complex, and meaningful progress takes people who ask better questions, challenge each other, and turn insight into action. Here, you won't work on the sidelines. Pharming is a place for builders, problem-solvers, and bold thinkers who move with urgency, take ownership, and stay focused on what matters most: improving the lives of people living with rare diseases. Advancing rare disease care isn't the work of one team or one leader. It's all of us, building what's next together. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
/li /ul bCommercial Market Access /b ul liSupport development and execution of commercial and reimbursement strategies. /li liMonitor market dynamics, access developments, and performance indicators. /li liContribute to forecasting, business planning, and resource prioritization. /li /ul bLeadership Collaboration /b ul liFoster strong collaboration across local, regional, and global teams. /li liSupport recruitment, onboarding, and development of the Italian organization. /li liLead through influence and help build a high-performing, patient-focused culture. /li /ul bCompliance Governance /b ul liEnsure activities are conducted in line with applicable regulations, company policies, and ethical standards. /li liPartner with Legal, Compliance, Quality, Regulatory, and Pharmacovigilance teams to maintain strong governance and patient safety. /li /ul h3Your Profile /h3 bQualifications /b ul liDegree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, Chemistry, or a related field. /li liAdvanced degree in Life Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, or Business is preferred. /li /ul bExperience /b ul li8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry. /li liExperience in rare diseases, specialty care, or orphan diseases preferred. /li liProven track record in product launches and commercialization. /li liStrong understanding of the Italian healthcare system and market access environment. /li liExperience working across Commercial, Market Access, Medical Affairs, and/or Operations. /li liStrong project leadership and stakeholder management skills. /li liExperience in international matrix organizations.
/li liPeople leadership experience is an advantage. /li /ul h3Who We Are /h3 pWe're built on a simple belief: people living with rare diseases deserve more. /p pPharming is a global biotechnology company taking on some of the toughest rare disease challenges. We develop and commercialize innovative therapies for rare and ultra-rare immunological and genetic diseases with significant unmet need, where our scientific and commercial expertise, long-term commitment, and real partnership can help advance care. /p pWe put patients at the heart of our work. Their insights, along with those of caregivers, clinicians, scientists, and partners, shape our strategy, guide our decisions, and help turn science into meaningful progress. We keep it simple, act with urgency, and get it done - expanding access to approved therapies, advancing high-value pipeline programs, and building a leading global rare disease company. /p pOur vision is simple: a world where people living with rare diseases don't wait for progress or care. Together with the communities who inspire us, we're opening new possibilities - proving that breakthroughs aren't just discovered. They're created together. /p h3What It's Like To Work Here /h3 pAt Pharming, every role helps move rare disease therapies closer to the people who need them. We make it happen together, across teams, disciplines, and borders, because breakthroughs don't happen in silos. Rare diseases are complex, and meaningful progress takes people who ask better questions, challenge each other, and turn insight into action. Here, you won't work on the sidelines. Pharming is a place for builders, problem-solvers, and bold thinkers who move with urgency, take ownership, and stay focused on what matters most: improving the lives of people living with rare diseases. Advancing rare disease care isn't the work of one team or one leader. It's all of us, building what's next together. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr