About this role
Purpose Statement:
Contribute to maximize the value of pipeline assets by leading strategic and commercial assessments that inform franchise asset and portfolio strategy, including optimal labeling decisions
Major Responsibilities:
As a strategic and commercial representative for Japan Project Team, contribute to maximize the value of pipeline assets by,Assessment of pipeline disease area and pipeline asset marketabilityAssessment of market and medical needs, and opportunities to identify optimal labelingLeading competitive intelligence to support strategic decision-makingProviding strategic input to early phase of Brand planning process (Touch Point process)As an affiliate expert on pipeline therapeutic areas and assets, work closely with Global and Area Commercial teams to reach alignment on asset strategy.Sharing up-to date pipeline assets and target disease information with BUsAccountable to lead improvements on:New Product Planning infrastructure (assessment tools, database, information, etc.) that is shared across BUsCommercial assessment and forecasting process for pipeline assets, ensuring consistency, transparency, and decision usefulness Qualifications:
EssentialsProfessional experience5+ years of relevant professional experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, business development, or related roles, including experience in product or portfolio strategy across multiple products
Analytical & problem-solving skillsCapability to plan, design, and lead market research initiatives to generate actionable insights that support strategic decision-makingStrong ability to analyze complex quantitative and qualitative data, synthesize insights, and develop structured business casesProven experience in formulating and evaluating strategic options, scenarios, and value drivers
Strategic and business-oriented mindsetAbility to think from an enterprise-wide and long-term value creation perspectiveStrong business acumen with the ability to balance strategic ambition with practical execution considerations
Executive-level communication & stakeholder managementAbility to clearly and logically communicate complex analyses and recommendations to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholdersConfidence in influencing decision-making through structured storytelling, data-driven arguments, and clear implicationsAbility to provide timely, concise, and relevant updates, and to proactively escalate key issues and decision points to the Head of New Product Planning as appropriate
Collaboration & teamworkStrong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional and cross-cultural teamsHigh level of ownership, adaptability, and proactive problem-solving attitude
Language & communication skillsFluency in English (reading, writing, and speaking), with confidence in presenting and discussing strategic topics in EnglishTOEIC score 900 or equivalent proficiency
Technical skillsAdvanced PC skills (PowerPoint for executive presentations, Excel for analysis and modeling, Word)
EducationBachelor’s degree or higher in business, economics, science, engineering, or a related fieldPreferredExperience in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, life sciences, or adjacent industriesExposure to new product planning, portfolio strategy, business development, business intelligence or another relevant functionBSc and a higher degree in science field or MBA アッヴィは、機会均等を重視する雇用主であり、誠実な企業活動、革新の推進、人々の生活への貢献、そして地域社会への貢献に努めています。雇用機会均等に向けて、障がいを持つ方々も積極的に支援しています。