BU Head Oncology North Africa

Company:

Ipsen Pharma Algeria SPA

About Ipsen:

Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation. Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!

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Job Description:

Function goals

The Business Unit Head for Oncology in North Africa at IPSEN is cluster leadership role will lead a passionate team, shape strategy. This key leadership role involves managing budgets and achieving sales targets within allocated budgets. The Business Unit Head will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive growth, launch new products, identify market opportunities, and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders. With a focus on operational excellence and strategic implementation, this position is vital to the success and expansion of IPSEN's oncology division in the North African market.

Main responsibilities and tasks

• Play a leadership role within North Africa leadership team
• Strategic & Commercial Leadership
• Define and implement the commercial strategy for the oncology portfolio in alignment with global and regional objectives.
• Drive sales performance, market share growth, and brand positioning across oncology products.
• Lead product launches, ensuring cross-functional readiness and market impact.
• Team & Stakeholder Management
• Lead and develop a high-performing team across sales, marketing, and operations.
• Collaborate with medical affairs, market access, regulatory, and supply chain to ensure cohesive execution.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), healthcare professionals, and institutional stakeholders.
• Operational Excellence
• Own the P&L for the oncology business unit, managing budgets and ensuring profitability.
• Monitor market dynamics, competitor activities, and customers need to adapt strategies accordingly.
• Ensure that all activities are undertaken in accordance with all Ipsen SOPs, policies, directives and relevant national guidelines.
• Innovation & Growth
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, partnerships, and innovative commercial models.
• Champion digital transformation and data-driven decision-making within the business unit.
• Contribute to the long-term vision and portfolio development of Ipsen’s oncology franchise.

Experience / Skills

Education :

A bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, Biologist & veterinary. An MBA or other advanced degree (e.g., Marketing), especially for strategic leadership roles.

Experience:

8–10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with a strong background in sales, marketing, or medical affairs. Proven track record in managing teams, P&L responsibility, and driving business growth. Experience in specific therapeutic areas (e.g. , Oncology, Urology) is often required. Strong understanding of market dynamics, regulatory environment, and stakeholder engagement.

Languages & communication skills:

Fluency in both English and French, written and spoken, is required. Strong communication skills and the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and persuasively are key to success in this role.

Key technical skills required

A strong foundation in medical and scientific knowledge supports effective engagement with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and ensures credibility in the field. The role demands mastery of market, product, and competitor analysis, as well as operational performance tracking (investments, activities). It also requires excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams. All activities must be conducted in strict compliance with Ipsen’s internal directives and regulatory standards. Strong analytical skills, team spirit, and agility are essential to navigate a fast-evolving oncology landscape.

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