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Commercial Director - Pharma Biotech Segment

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Companyrelx
CategorySales
Location2 Locations
Remote
EmploymentNot stated
LevelDirector
SalaryNot stated by the employer
Posted14 Jul 2026
Last verified10 Aug 2026
SourceEmployer ATS (workday)
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Description
Are you passionate about shaping   commercial   strategy   and driving growth in the Pharma and Biotech segment? Do you have deep experience in drug development   combined with   go-to-market   expertise ? Do you thrive in a n   environment where you can   collaborate with   cross-functional teams, shape   strategy   and drive   execution ? About the Team: Elsevier is a global leader in information and analytics that helps institutions and professionals progress science, advance healthcare and improve performance for the benefit of humanity. We serve the research, academic and clinical communities through the application of technology and analytics to content. Our portfolio of solutions brings together extensive scientific,   technical   and medical content, powerful analytics, and technologies. Elsevier’s Life Sciences business focuses on the needs in segments including Pharma, biotech, medical   devices   and adjacent industries. Our solutions include journals, chemistry,   biology   and safety tools, as well as datasets and software solution About the Role In this role, you will lead the development and execution of segment-focused strategies to accelerate growth across priority markets. You will work across sales,   marketing   and   product   to drive commercial performance,   strengthen product-market fit,   and deliver measurable customer and business outcomes. This position offers the opportunity to influence innovation, pricing, and go-to-market execution within a highly collaborative environment. Responsibilities • B uild a clear   commercial plan   and orchestrate execution to   optimise commercial   outcomes • Generate   market insights, size commercial opportunities, and define target segments for growth • Identify   and execute on   opportunities for pricing and packaging improvements in collaboration with product and pricing teams • Partner with product teams to   improve product-market fit,   support innovation initiatives and unlock new commercial potential • Work with the sales and marketing team to ensure alignment on priorities   across    regions , segments, and product combinations • Improve the end-to-end customer experience,   identifying   gaps and working with internal teams to deliver enhancements Requirements • De gree in   a life s ciences dis ci pline • Experience   working as a researcher   in the   biopharma   sector,   deep   understanding of pharma R&D • Solid business acumen with experience in go-to-market strategy and commercial planning • Proactive, self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset • Strong strategic thinking and analytical capability. Able to see big picture as well as delve into the detail • Ability to analyse   financial and   performance metrics and   optimize   strategies accordingly • Track record   of delivery and execution • Ability to work cross-functionally with product, sales, and marketing teams and navigate complex matrix organisation, managing through influence • Excellent communication skills Work in a Way That Works for You We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With   numerous   wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study   assistance , and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals. Working Pattern Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive. 



If performed in NLD Amsterdam (Radarweg), the base pay range is €110,500 - €184,000.

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