General Manager Switzerland and Austria

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

Job Title: General Manager/GM Austria & Switzerland

Location: Zug, Switzerland

Job Description

As the General Manager CH/AH at Galderma, you will be responsible for leading our commercial operations in Switzerland and Austria. This pivotal role involves developing and executing business strategies, enhancing growth and profitability, creating operational plans and policies, and serving as the company's representative to various internal and external stakeholders. Reporting to the Head of Northern Europe Cluster, your mission is to create long-term growth for Switzerland & Austria. Galderma is on a solid growth trajectory, and this leadership position requires you to make day-to-day commercial decisions and implement Galderma’s long-term, mid-term, and short-term plans for the business.

Key Responsibilities

· Directing, planning, and implementing Galderma's policies and objectives in accordance with HQ directions and the board of directors.

· Leading activities to plan and execute strategies, assign responsibilities, set business objectives, and coordinate interdepartmental operations to achieve annual and long-term business goals.

· Analyzing operations and results to evaluate company and staff performance, identify areas for sales, market share, profit growth, process improvement, and cost reduction.

· Drive & overlook the launch and LCM of key brands, in a cross-functional setting – for all business units (Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare, Therapeutic Dermatology).

· Ensure a strong integration of the ‘Integrated Dermatology Strategy’ across the business units.

· Collaborate with and leverage the capabilities available at cluster and regional level.

· Establishing and maintaining strong external relationships with Key Opinion Leaders, Health Care organizations, and Government Authorities to differentiate Galderma's products.

· Reviewing financial statements, sales results, and activity reports to ensure the organization’s objectives are met.

· Identifying areas requiring attention or adjustment and managing the organization to mitigate risks.

· Optimizing Galderma’s organizational design and overseeing internal control procedures.

Skills & Qualifications

· Strong market knowledge of Switzerland and Austria, with proficiency in English, German and French.

· Strategic leadership with full P&L responsibility.

· High-energy, results-oriented leadership style.

· Proven experience as a Business Unit Head, Country Manager, or Commercial Lead.

· Exceptional interpersonal skills, adept at inspiring trust, and fostering collaboration.

· Well-organized, a self-starter, and a take-charge individual with a hands-on approach. Willing and capable of assuming additional responsibilities and growing with the company.

What we offer in return

You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base. In addition, we want to ensure our commitment towards equity and inclusion by offering a competitive and fair compensation with a bonus structure and full benefit package. You become part of a hybrid culture to ensure innovation and collaboration together with the right work-life balance. You will have a development plan, during which a personalized career path will be established, and you join a growing organization that believes in ownership from day one where everyone is empowered to grow and to take on accountability.

Next Steps

· Apply with your CV in English (just upload your CV in our system, you do not need to fill out your CV details manually)

· If your application is successful and your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter.

· The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager.

· The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team.

Our people make a difference

At Galderma, you’ll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.