The Opportunity
This position works out of our Wiesbaden site, Abbott GmbH in the Abbott Point of Care division.
Position Overview:
The Sr Manager, International Commercial Planning & Execution plays a critical role in driving the successful execution of product launches, lifecycle initiatives, and commercial projects across APOC’s international markets—EMEA, LATAM, Canada, and Asia Pacific. This role ensures operational excellence, cross-functional coordination, and data-informed execution. It also leads the coordination of the Strategic Plan and Tactical Execution Plan across regions, with a strong emphasis on portfolio management and pre-launch market preparation.
Key Responsibilities:
Portfolio & Launch Execution
1. Lead international product launches and lifecycle transitions across EMEA, LATAM, Canada, and APAC.
2. Drive portfolio prioritization and market readiness to maximize commercial impact.
Project Management
3. Manage cross-functional projects using structured methodologies; track milestones and ensure timely delivery.
4. Facilitate Commercial Management Review meetings to align stakeholders.
Analytics & Insights
5. Analyze internal/external data to assess launch readiness and performance.
6. Develop dashboards and KPIs to monitor progress, identify risks, and support decision-making.
Strategic & Tactical Planning
7. Coordinate International Strategic and Tactical Plans, ensuring alignment with commercial priorities and timelines.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
8. Act as central liaison between global and regional teams; share best practices to drive continuous improvement.
Ad-Hoc Initiatives
9. Lead high-impact projects outside regular planning cycles, aligned with business priorities.
Qualifications
10. Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, analytics, or scientific discipline; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
11. 5–8 years of experience in commercial roles within healthcare or diagnostics. Finance background is a plus.
12. Proven experience in product launch execution, project management, and commercial analytics.
13. Strong analytical and financial skills; proficiency in tools such as Excel, Power BI, or Tableau is a plus.
14. Experience working across international markets, particularly in EMEA, LATAM, Canada, and Asia Pacific.
15. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
16. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage complex projects.