Market Development Manager

Global Market Development Manager (Hematology / Critical Care)

We're partnered with a leading pharmaceutical organization headquartered in Lachen, Switzerland. They are one of the largest human protein manufacturers in the world, developing and producing medicines sourced from human plasma and human cell lines.

As part of the continued evolution and expansion of the Immuno / Critical Care Business Unit, the company is creating two Global Market Development Manager roles. These positions are focused on developing and accelerating growth in emerging and under‑developed markets, translating strong scientific innovation into effective, executable market strategies.

This is a hands‑on, highly collaborative role for a market‑focused professional who thrives at the interface between global scientific expertise and local affiliate execution.

As Global Market Development Manager – IBU Hematology / Critical Care, you will be responsible for shaping and implementing market development strategies in priority growth regions, working closely with global scientific experts and local affiliates.

Scientific content and strategy are developed centrally at headquarters in Lachen. Your role is to translate this scientific input into clear, compelling, and practical marketing communication that affiliates can implement successfully in their local markets.

You will play a key role in ensuring that global strategies are effectively deployed on the ground, supporting affiliates as they build new markets, expand indications, and strengthen their commercial capabilities.

• Drive market development and growth initiatives for hematology and critical care therapies in new and emerging markets
• Translate global scientific content into structured, affiliate‑ready marketing tools and communication materials
• Act as a key interface between global scientific managers, brand managers, and local affiliates
• Support affiliates with market entry strategies, launch preparation, and execution excellence
• Ensure global strategies are implemented effectively and consistently across regions
• Adapt global concepts to regional realities while maintaining strategic alignment
• Provide hands‑on guidance and support to affiliates, particularly in less mature markets
• Travel to developing markets as required to support implementation and capability building

• Background in pharmaceuticals or life sciences
• Experience in critical care and/or hematology therapy areas
• Proven affiliate management experience (essential)
• Hands‑on, proactive mindset with strong execution capability
• Experience working with or supporting emerging markets (South‑East Asia, Latin America, Middle East) is highly beneficial but not essential
• Comfortable working in lean, agile structures
• Strong communicator able to translate scientific content into practical market messaging
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (BSc / MSc);
  PhD not required