General Manager DACH & Benelux Cardiometabolic (m/f/d), Cologne

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General Manager DACH & Benelux Cardiometabolic (m/f/d), Cologne

Client: Abbott

Location: Cologne, Germany

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: e6eeff494887

Job Views: 4

Posted: 17.02.2025

Expiry Date: 03.04.2025

Job Description:

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 109,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Abbott Rapid Diagnostics is currently looking to recruit a General Manager DACH & Benelux Cardiometabolic (m/f/d).

THE POSITION

This role will be responsible for all commercial activities within Abbott Rapid Diagnostics Cardiometabolic DACH & Benelux Countries. Responsibilities include P&L, business development, market access, commercial and strategic planning and execution while leading and developing professional, high-performing commercial organizations and distribution relationships.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Managing budgets, forecasting, and financial performance to meet revenue and profitability targets.
2. Develop and provide long and short-term business forecasts, business reports and information flows as required on a timely basis.
3. Deliver on financial goals (sales, margin, market share) and other financial KPIs.
4. Manage P&L to deliver financial top and bottom-line commitments, optimizing profitability while investing in top line growth opportunities.

Strategic Leadership:

1. Keep the organization's vision and values at the forefront of decision-making and action.
2. In cooperation with regional and global functions develop integrated DACH & BENELUX business strategy considering specific market environments.
3. Acquire, allocate, and sustain the necessary resources to execute the current and long-term strategy.

Stakeholder Management:

1. Understand the needs and expectations of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Manage and develop strong relationships with distributors to drive business growth.
3. Build and maintain relationships with local Key Opinion Leaders (KOL), key customers and other relevant stakeholders.

Business and Operational Performance:

1. Driving sales and revenue growth through effective market penetration, product launches, and pricing strategies.
2. Identify growth opportunities, new markets, and potential partnerships to accelerate the business performance in the region.

Market Expansion:

1. Understand the dynamics of the markets to identify opportunities to grow Abbott market share.
2. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant therapeutic areas, products, and regulatory requirements.

Internal systems & process:

Comply with Abbott Corporate Policies and Procedures.

People:

Build, manage, coach, and retain a high-performing, diverse team to drive commercial results.

PROFILE REQUIREMENTS

1. Education: Postgraduate in Management or Postgraduate Scientific- or Medical Degree.
2. Minimum 10 years’ experience with a minimum of 4-5 years of demonstrated leadership experience.
3. Experience in the Life science industry is mandatory.
4. Fluent in German and English.

30-40% travel within the region and globally.