Job Description Summary
LI-HybridLocation: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Relocation Support: This role is based in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.
At Novartis Argentina, we’re reimagining medicine—and we need bold leaders to help shape the future. As the Specialty TA Head, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving innovation and performance across our Neuroscience, Gene Therapy, and Immunology portfolios. Reporting directly to the Country President, you’ll lead strategic direction, champion cross-functional collaboration, and ensure successful product launches that improve patient outcomes. This is your opportunity to influence the healthcare landscape, empower teams, and make a lasting impact on lives across Argentina.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop TA portfolio performance, ensuring sales and profitability within budget.
- Deliver TA sales, market share, and profitability targets while driving sustainable business growth.
- Define and implement strategic plans aligned with global and regional objectives.
- Foster innovation to differentiate Novartis in Neuroscience, Gene Therapy, and Immunology markets.
- Identify ecosystem trends and adjust strategies to address opportunities and challenges.
- Integrate agile methodologies and forward-thinking solutions to enhance patient impact.
- Guide cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution and continuous learning.
- Maximize asset value through excellence in life cycle management and execution.
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and the digital health ecosystem.
- Ensure compliance with regulations while upholding high ethical standards.
Essential Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Medicine, Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Economics, Engineering, or Marketing.
- Over 12 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry with a strong commercial track record.
- Proven success in leading product launches and pre-launch strategies across therapeutic areas.
- Deep understanding of the Argentine healthcare system and regulatory environment.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage multidisciplinary teams.
- Fluent in both Spanish and English, with excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects and cross-functional planning initiatives.
- High digital fluency and experience with omnichannel strategies and data-driven decision-making.
Desirable Requirements
- Experience engaging with external innovation ecosystems and co-developing sustainable value models.
- Willingness to relocate internationally to accelerate career growth within Novartis.
Skills Desired
Agility, Agility, Asset Management, Business Development, Business Strategy, Commercial Excellence, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Orientation, Digital Marketing, Go-To-Market Strategy, Healthcare Sector Understanding, Influencing Skills, Inspirational Leadership, Key Account Management, Market Access, Marketing Strategy, Market Share, Market Trend, Negotiation Skills, People Management, Priority Disease Areas Expertise, Product Launches, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Profit and Loss (P&L), Sales {+ 4 more}