Head of Specialty Brands Region Europe

VIATRIS ITALIA S.R.L.<p></p><p></p><p>At VIATRIS, we see healthcare not as it is but as it should be. We act courageously and are uniquely positioned to be a source of stability in a world of evolving healthcare needs.<br/><br/>Viatris empowers people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life.<br/><br/>We do so via:<span>  </span><br/><br/>Access – Providing high quality trusted medicines regardless of geography or circumstance;<br/>Leadership – Advancing sustainable operations and innovative solutions to improve patient health; and<span>  </span><br/>Partnership – Leveraging our collective expertise to connect people to products and services.<span>  </span><br/> </p><p><span>Our global portfolio includes best-in-class, iconic brand-name products as well as global key brands; generics, including branded and complex generics; and other offerings across a wide range of therapeutic areas. We are committed to helping create healthier communities worldwide through education, outreach and better access to treatment.</span></p><p></p><p><span>For those driven to live their lives with purpose, Viatris helps employees realise their full potential by creating a collaborative culture that fosters courage and resilience. Viatris is more than just a place to work. This is a place to make a difference in the world.</span></p><p></p><p></p><p><b><span>The Role &amp; What You Will Be Doing</span></b></p><p><span>Every day, we rise to the challenge to make a difference and here’s how the role will make an impact:</span></p><p><i><span>The </span></i><i><span>Head of Specialty Brands Region Europe </span></i><i><span>is a senior leadership role responsible for driving the overall strategy, increasing patient access, generating commercial growth and profitability of specific categories of innovative products. The individual will lead above market teams and collaborate cross-functionally including with global commercial development, R&amp;D, supply, operations and local market organizations to ensure a successful execution of business strategies. The role demands a leader who can both execute and set a compelling vision and align innovative portfolio goals with the company’s broader objectives, ensuring sustainable profitable growth of the business.</span></i></p><p></p><p></p><p><b>About Your Skills &amp; Experience</b></p><p>For this role, we’re looking for a candidate who has an effective combination of the following qualifications, skills and experiences:</p><p></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities </b></p><ul><li><p>Develop and execute regional brand strategies in alignment with senior leadership and overall business goals.</p></li><li><p>Lead strategic planning, market analysis, and omnichannel tactical execution across affiliates, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with global and regional teams (e.g., Digital, Medical, R&amp;D, Market Access, Supply, Finance, Legal) to deliver innovation and long-term portfolio growth.</p></li><li><p>Support new product development, business expansion, and launch planning for innovative global brands.</p></li><li><p>Build, lead, and coach a high-performing, inclusive team while managing performance, staffing, and budget.</p></li><li><p>Drive development of regional marketing assets, oversee key local adaptations, and manage supply distribution across markets.</p></li><li><p>Select and manage Key Opinion Leaders and above-market vendors to support strategic objectives.</p></li></ul><p><b>Ownership Areas:</b></p><ul><li><p>Team budget, staffing, development, and performance management.</p></li><li><p>Regional marketing assets and market adaptation strategies.</p></li><li><p>Product supply distribution during availability constraints.</p></li><li><p>KOL selection, collaboration models, and vendor relationships.</p></li><li><p>Contractual agreements with marketing and operational vendors.</p></li></ul><p><b>Areas of Influence:</b></p><ul><li><p>Guide local General Managers on go-to-market strategies, tactical implementation, KPI setting, and resource deployment.</p></li><li><p>Influence regional functions in developing effective go-to-market strategies.</p></li></ul><p>At Viatris, we are dedicated to building a truly diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t fully align with every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.</p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Benefits at Viatris</b></p><p>At Viatris, we offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others. Some of our benefits include the following on top of a competitive salary:</p><ul><li><p>Excellent career progression opportunities</p></li><li><p>Work-life balance initiatives</p></li><li><p>Bonus scheme</p></li><li><p>Health insurance</p></li><li><p>Pensio