Desitin is one of the few medium-sized German pharmaceutical companies that is family-owned. Based in Hamburg, we develop, manufacture, and distribute medicines primarily for the European market. Desitin has particular expertise in the areas of epilepsy and Parkinson's disease and offers almost all of the anticonvulsants classified as essential by the WHO. In our home market Germany, over 150,000 epilepsy patients are treated with Desitin medicines – more than any other pharmaceutical company. We also focus on rare diseases and complement our entire portfolio with proven over-the-counter products available from pharmacies. With over 100 years of company history, we stand for innovation and tradition for the benefit of patients and a long-standing responsibility for our employees. We place the emphasis on collegial, interdisciplinary collaboration and open communication, with a view to being one of Hamburg's leading employers.
Vice President or Director, Head of Business Development (m/f/d)
Working time: Full-time
Your role:
- leading and managing the Business Development division. Reporting directly to the Managing Director (CEO) with the aim of expanding the global product portfolio in the strategic core indications
- analyzing, selecting and implementing new product opportunities (R&D, licensing, M&A and asset deals)
- development of the existing product portfolio
- excellent cross-functional collaboration
- preparing and conducting price negotiations and concluding contracts in line with the corporate strategy
- overseeing the project management for new products
Your profile
- the ability to quickly understand and evaluate new products and markets
- relevant professional experience in the areas of BD, portfolio management, M&A, and R&D in the pharmaceutical industry
- a successfully completed degree in natural sciences or economics
- strategic foresight, great negotiating skills and an analytical mindset
- a positive, open-minded and assertive personality with an entrepreneurial mindset
- English/German language skills: at least C1-level (CEFRL)
- willingness to travel
What we offer:
- A secure job in one of the most crisis-proof companies in 2023 (award according to the SZ Institute)
- Interesting, varied and responsible tasks
- A high degree of independence and responsibility
- Above-average remuneration and attractive social benefits
- Flexible working time models
- Comprehensive benefits (e.g. fitness, canteen, 37-hour week)
- Qualification programmes and development opportunities
- A modern and well-equipped workplace
- Convenient location at Hamburg Airport (including transport connections, free parking, job bike leasing options)
- A pleasant working atmosphere in the heart of Hamburg
Contact
Interested?
Then we look forward to receiving your detailed application, incl. your possible starting date and salary expectations.
Desitin Arzneimittel GmbH · Personalabteilung · Weg beim Jäger 214 · 22335 Hamburg · www.desitin.de