Commercial Governance Manager

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

Eli Lilly Export SA, a subsidiary of Eli Lilly Company, is recognized for its adeptness in managing complex markets and facilitating large-scale business transactions.

We are on the lookout for a dynamic and proactive individual to fill the role of Commercial Governance Manager within our team. This pivotal role reports directly to the Commercial Governance Associate Director and contributes significantly to our company’s success.

Role Purpose

As a Commercial Governance Manager, you will be a versatile professional with expertise in various domains including commercial, negotiation, finance, legal and compliance. Your responsibilities will encompass participation in and oversight of third-party commercial activities that impact Eli Lilly Export.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively participate in governance meetings and contribute to the sales performance and demand forecast processes.
• Lead negotiations with third-party distributors for onboarding, scope changes, or exit strategies, specifically for low to medium-sized markets. 
• Review and escalate pricing requests for Lilly Export Approval, ensuring they have undergone the necessary internal reviews.
• Ensure strict compliance with Lilly “Working with Distributors” policy.
• Provide support on an ad-hoc basis for commercial projects impacting Lilly Export.

Candidate Profile

We are seeking for a candidate with:

• A diverse mix of experience spanning 5+ years in areas such as commercial, finance, alliance management, and business development.
• Exceptional business acumen, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Advanced proficiency in computing and applications, including the Office 365 suite.
• The ability to make swift decisions, influence without authority, and voice opinions in a diverse cross-functional team.

Education

An international business or finance university degree.

Languages

Proficiency in English is mandatory, knowledge of French and/or Spanish is advantageous.

Location

Geneva - The contract is subject to a valid work permit in Switzerland.

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