Commercial Operation Lead - PFP

Your mission

TheCommercialOperations Lead will serve as a strategicand operationalpartner to theHead of Commercial, helping enhance local operations, transfer best practices, and build stronger alignment between global and local teams, as well asoptimizing efficient cross-functional collaboration.  

This role offers a unique opportunity to gain broad cross-functional business exposure, build enterprise perspective, and accelerate professional growth through close partnership with senior leadership. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

Commercial Planning, Execution & Performance 

• Act as central orchestrator of PFP commercial organizational priorities across functions including leading the definition and tracking of launch KPI’s, strategic planning, new hire on-boarding, Commercial org. culture, senior leadership reporting, coordination of forecast preparation, slide presentation preparation for Senior leadership reviews, etc. 

• Lead priority Commercial activities, coordinating commercial team alignment,execution and performance tracking against strategic priorities, including regular reporting to PFP LT and HQ partners in France 

• Work collaboratively with PFP LT on cross-functional execution of key business initiatives, leading or supporting coordination,execution and tracking 

• Ensure visibility and tracking of critical initiatives and risks, report on those to the Head of Commercial and CLT 

Strategic Partnership & Stakeholder Management 

• Exceptional learning agility with the ability to rapidly grow, adapt, and take on increasing responsibility, serving as a strategic thought partner and operational lead to the Head of Commercial.  

• Coordinate Commercial Leadership Team (CLT) agenda, priorities, and follow-up: monthly onsite, weekly Round Robin 

• Serve as interface with HQ on Commercial operational topics, including monthly HQ/PFP Cross-Team Governance meetings. 

Budget & Financial Management 

• Manage Commercial Budget including Finance submissions ensuringtimely input and alignment form commercial stakeholders (open POs, review of YTD actuals, Forecasting, Budget planning,etc) 

EXPECTED WAYS OF WORKING: 

Leadership & Collaboration 

• Team player with self-awareness, emotional maturity, low ego, strong work ethic, courage to speak up and appropriately challenge status quo includingthe Head of Commercial 

• Operate with high autonomy and ownership 

• Able to influence and drive outcomes without formal authority, partneringpositively andeffectively with leaders and cross-functional teams 

• Coordinate closely with functional leads andrequired PFP stakeholders 

Communication & Stakeholder Influence 

• Clear, concise, structured communicator ensuring alignment leading to efficient successful operational execution 

• Strong analytic acumen and ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) complex concepts to non-experts 

Execution & Decision Support 

• Strong operational acumen,establishappropriate level of process to deliver against commitments, ensuring efficient operational execution while striking a balance with flexibility, time to completion and quality 

• Demonstrate structured, fact-based, analytic decision support 

• Proactively communicate,anticipate issues, taking the initiative in generating and effectively communicating potential solutions 

• Escalate issues early with clear recommendations 

SUCCESS CRITIERA: 

• Smooth continuityof Commercial function operations  

• Improved clarity and discipline inCLT governance  

• Strongcommercial andcross-functionalPFPalignment  

• Open minded, innovative approach, willing to challenge status quo and championnew approaches, including technology to deliversuperior outcomes 

• Effective tracking,execution anddeliveryagainst key priorities  

• Demonstrated growth in enterprise leadership  

• Built strong, trusting, productive commercial and cross functional PFP/HQ relationships  

• Positive, productive culture withhigh levels of engagement across the Commercial function (working withthe Head of Commercial) 

 REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

• 4-6 years of Pharma experience, ideally in commercial roles 

• 2-3 yearsofdemonstrated success in operational roles 

• Good understanding/experience of Commercialization process 

• Demonstrated experience driving operational improvements and process efficiency. 

• Experience in rare or ultra rare diseases a plus 

• Ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt quickly, andoperate independently. 

• Excellent communication and relationshipbuilding skills across cultures and organizational levels. 

• Demonstrated ability to successfully influence without authority, building trusting, productive cross functional relationships 

WORK ENVIRONMENT/LOCATION: 

• NJpreferred; hybrid (2 days/week in Secaucus office). Open to remote candidates, depending on experience and business needs. 

• Up to 30% of domestic travelrequired, with occasional international travel. 

• If employee is remotelylocated, regular overnight travel to headquarters will berequired (Secaucus, NJ) 

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary Range: $120,000 – $210,000

This range represents the base annual full-time salary for all positions within the applicable job grade. The actual salary offer will depend on a range of factors including experience, education, location, and other relevant qualifications. This position is also eligible for a Pierre Fabre bonus, commission, or incentive program in addition to the base pay.

Employees will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, voluntary benefits, a 401(k) retirement plan, a generous PTO policy, paid company holidays, and paid parental leave. Additional offerings include employee discounts on our products, professional development opportunities, and access to mental health and wellness programs.

Pierre Fabre   

Pierre Fabre has been recognized by Forbes as one of the "World's Best Employers" for the 3rd year running. 

https://www.pierrefabrepharmaceuticals.com/

True to My Nature 

Who you are ?

Pierre Fabre is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service or any other class protected by state or federal law.

We are convinced that diversity is a source of fulfillment, social balance and complementarity for our employees, which is why our offers are open to all, without restriction.