Director, Prescription Dermatology Business Unit

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

Director, Prescription Dermatology Business Unit

Location: Thornhill, Ontario

Job Description

Reporting to the General Manager, Canada, the Prescription (Rx) Dermatology Business Unit Director (BUD) is responsible for the overall performance, strategic direction and growth of Galderma's Therapeutic Dermatology portfolio in Canada. The BUD has P&L accountability, and will drive innovation in the design and implementation of impactful strategies and innovative go-to-market models for the brands within the Rx portfolio. The BUD will be accountable for the successful execution of critical new launches for Galderma, as well as overseeing the ongoing management of our established brands as well as our authorized generic portfolio and partners.

This seasoned leader is responsible for fostering a winning and growth mindset, innovation, collaboration, and an ambitious patient/customer-centric culture across the Rx team and their cross-functional and global partners. Their contributions as part of the Canadian Leadership Team (CLT) will ensure success in enterprise-level performance and a strong culture where employees feel engaged, empowered, and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

The Rx BUD leads a portfolio of brands in the acne, rosacea and actinic keratosis categories. They are also preparing the team and market for a pivotal launch to support patients living with atopic dermatitis and prurigo nodularis.

The BUD plays a critical role as a CLT member in Galderma Canada, fostering a culture of innovation, agility, and competitiveness with the ambition to win for patients, consumers, HCPs and Galderma. The CLT is responsible for the co-creation of the strategic vision and operational focus for the Canadian organization.

The BUD has direct line supervision over a launch team and an in-line team, both comprised of sales and marketing team members. The BUD is accountable to lead the aligned brand strategies and tactical omnichannel plans through strong cross-functional leadership (medical, finance, market access, supply, etc), as well as maintaining strong lines of communication and collaboration with global and regional team members.

The BUD is externally (HCP- and patient-) focused and understands their market dynamics, identifies risks and opportunities, and can anticipate future trends.

The BUD has accountability to partner with our Authorized Generic partners effectively, to ensure that patients have optimized access to our medications.

The BUD has P&L accountability with a mandate to drive innovation and ambitious growth on in-line brands, while also maximizing performance for established brands and authorized generics. The BUD will leverage efficient go-to-market models through the deployment of robust omnichannel strategies and strategic partnerships.

The BUD is accountable for ensuring that the marketing strategies are pulled through with excellence in execution at every level, by ensuring focus and clarity in roles, and deliverables across the entire cross-functional team. The BUD is accountable to create and track performance against KPIs that demonstrate impact and attainment to our objectives.

The BUD is obsessed with developing talent and building a strong talent pipeline for Galderma Canada, and the global organization. The BUD also sets, and manages, a benchmark of excellence in performance expectations across the BU, and thereby attracts and retains top talent across the industry.

The BUD fosters a culture of inclusion and builds a high performing team that represents the diverse population of people we serve across Canada.

The BUD achieves all of the above to support our goal of being the #1 Pure-play dermatology company, and doing things the right way.

Skills & Qualifications

Experience leading and inspiring teams through change management, leveraging a growth mindset to exceed expectations for the sake of patients, HCPs, and Galderma.

Experience in building high performing teams who deliver results through ruthless prioritization, excellence in execution, and exceptional engagement.

Proven expertise in analytics, and the ability to translate data and insights into actionable, and innovative brand strategies.

High learning agility, proven strength in innovation and someone who embraces technology as an enabler.

Expertise in leading, designing and/or implementing robust multichannel (ideally, omnichannel) plans to delight HCPs and serve patients. Proficiency in the use of digital and tech to leverage all channels available for optimizing customer engagement and impact.

Strong followership due to the ability to foster trust, ownership, and collaboration, across all team members (direct line and cross-functional).

Demonstrated success in the design and execution of enterprise-level initiatives.

Demonstrated success in managing a P&L, and leading both marketing and sales teams, with a focus on delivering performance and engagement simultaneously.

Demonstrated success in commercial planning, launching products and product life cycle management.

In-depth knowledge of the healthcare industry, and proficiency in navigating a Health Technology Assessment (HTA) payer system is required.

A high level of interpersonal and communication skills is required, and the ability to convey complex concepts or strategies clearly, through effective story-telling.

Pharmaceutical launch experience, and biologic experience in the Canadian market are preferred.

Minimum Honors Bachelor's degree from university in Marketing, Business or Life Sciences required; MBA is an asset.

What we offer in return

A great work environment with an inspiring work ambiance.

Growth and development possibilities.

An excellent benefits program starting day one.

Pension program after one year of service (company contribution of up to 10%).

Tuition Reimbursements.

Service awards program.

Next Steps

If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter.

The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager.

The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team.

Our people make a difference. At Galderma, you'll work with people who are like you and people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.

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